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a creative powerhouse for dance in the heart of London
One of Europe’s most exciting, innovative dance spaces and home to London Contemporary Dance School (LCDS); where artists from all over the world come to push creative boundaries, to experiment and to perform outstanding new work for audiences who expect to be surprised, inspired and delighted.
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Study
Join London Contemporary Dance School for world leading dance education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
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Weekly classes for all ages and abilities, taught by inspiring professional dance artists
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Centre for Advanced Training
A pre-vocational training programme for young people aged 11-16 years to explore and hone their passion for dance
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News and stories

The Place presents RONiN by Yukiko Masui – on a major UK Tour

Mumbai-based MA student Vidushi D'Souza on what set LCDS apart when choosing where to study dance

Colossus by Stephanie Lake - a co-production with London Contemporary Dance School at The Place and Southbank Centre

Funding Secure for Next Year for CATs National Youth Dance Training Scheme

Q + A with Anna Helsby, Director of Student Lifecycle and Well-Being at London Contemporary Dance School

Chief Executive Clare Connor receives the Jane Attenborough Award at the 2026 One Dance UK Awards


