Resident Dance Companies

Scatter Dance Company
Scatter Dance Company is The Place’s adult dance company for people who have previous dance experience. The company meet once a week during autumn and spring terms. They take part in class with company Rehearsal Director Tory East, work with a guest choreographer for a term, and have the opportunity to perform at various venues and festivals such as Bloomsbury Festival and Innovate Dance Festival.
How to join
To be a part of the company you must attend one of the auditions. The audition for entry to Scatter Dance Company 2022/23 will take place on Wed 14 Sep. Please contact classes@theplace.org.uk to join our mailing list and keep updated about the company.
Timeframe
Autumn term: mid-September to mid-December
Spring term: mid-January to mid-March

Shift Dance Company
Shift Dance Company for young people aged 14-19 years meet every Thursday evening during term time.
The company is led by a rehearsal director, who supports the group throughout the creation of their own choreographic project, in working with guest artists and choreographers, and in presenting shows on professional stages.

Shuffle Dance Company
Shuffle Dance Company for young dancers aged 10-14 meet every Saturday afternoon during term time.
The company is led by a rehearsal director who works collaboratively with the group to create new dance pieces that are performed throughout the year.
Timeframe
Shift Dance Company requires a year-long commitment from September through to July.
How to join
To be a part of Shift or Shuffle Dance Company you must attend an audition. To be considered for 2023-2024, please sign up for an audition taking place on Saturday 15 July. For more information, please visit the audition page or contact childrenandyouthdance@theplace.org.uk to join our mailing list and keep updated about the companies and future auditions.
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