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DanceEast
Based at the striking Jerwood DanceHouse in Ipswich, DanceEast's vision is a world where everyone can benefit from the vital and life-enhancing power of dance. Operating across the East of England and beyond, their mission is to create new and exciting ways for people to move or be moved, through participating in, experiencing, or producing dance at its very best.
DanceEast
Watch a performance, join a term of classes or attend a workshop at DanceEast this month.News
Five young producers bring free festival of dance and creativity to Ipswich
A team of five young producers who grew up dancing in Ipswich are creating a space where creativity, community and passion come together, offering a free festival that celebrates the power of dance to connect people.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Indigenous Taiwanese dancers bring moving story of nature and resilience to Ipswich
An immersive and emotional dance production that tells the story of a community confronting the power of wind and waves comes to DanceEast this Friday, as Taiwan's premiere contemporary dance company makes its UK debut.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Tickets still available for dance show exploring chaos, hope and humanity's bond with nature
Two internationally acclaimed choreographers have created contrasting visions of resilience and connection in a new double bill coming to DanceEast this Friday, with tickets still available.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Fresh take on Romeo and Juliet explores what happens after 'happily ever after'
A clever blend of dance, theatre and comedy at DanceEast reveals the real story of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers – they didn't die tragically young, they grew up and are now facing a mid-life crisis at 40.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Young and old unite through dance in groundbreaking project
Dancers spanning seven decades have come together to prove that dance "isn't just for one stage in life" but "something that can stay with you forever."byOliver Rouane-Williams
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One student's journey showcases huge impact of region's top dance programme
The DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training continues to shape the next generation of performers, with students like Eden demonstrating the programme's impact on young talent across the East of England.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Behind the scenes at DanceEast – Ipswich’s national dance house
Unpacking the purpose-built space, unseen work and everyday welcome behind the nationally-acclaimed dance house on Ipswich’s waterfront.by
Elouise Lavington
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Anthony Missen appointed new DanceEast chief executive
Anthony Missen will take over from Brendan Keaney OBE at the Ipswich dance organisation this autumn following a competitive recruitment process.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Making space: How youth-led culture is changing Ipswich
Whilst Westminster debates youth engagement and councils struggle with consultation fatigue, something different is happening in Ipswich. Here, young people aren't waiting for formal invitations to civic life—they're creating their own spaces, literally and figuratively, through dance, film, design, and community action.byElouise Lavington
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This is youth power: How Ipswich is leading a national movement
Welcome to the first in a four-part series on Ipswich as the UK’s first Town of Youth Social Action. We'll explore what it means for the town, county, and country, and share our plans on how, as a media outlet, we are committed to giving the young people of our town a voice.byElouise Lavington
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DanceEast seeks young producers for youth festival
Six young people from across the East of England will have the chance to produce their own cultural event, thanks to a new opportunity from DanceEast.byElouise Lavington
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Nearly 200 guests attend Suffolk New College industry partner gala
Suffolk New College hosted almost 200 guests at its annual industry partner dinner, celebrating 136 companies who formally work with the educational establishment.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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