Dance City is a vibrant and friendly place in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where people come together to take part, enjoy, experience and talk about dance; where professional and aspiring dancers meet, learn and train; somewhere to watch world class dance performances and somewhere for all to come along and get involved in dance. Established for over 30 years, it is the North East’s leading development organization for dance. People come to Dance City to socialise, learn new skills, keep fit and active, train professionally and find out more about dance. This all takes place under one roof, in our purpose-built dance-house, in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne.
We present a regular programme of dance performances from contemporary to ballet, world to breakdance bringing leading North East, British and International dance to Newcastle. We also commission original new works, which premiere in our theatre.
Dance City offers a regular program of dance performances from contemporary to ballet, world to breakdance. It also offers weekly classes in many different dance styles, open to all ages and absolute beginners and more experienced dancers. From contemporary to hip hop, ballet to ballroom, belly dancing to Pilates, from bumps to 55+ and for adults with learning disabilities, Parkinson’s and dementia.
The Engagement Team also offers workshops to schools and engages with hard-to-reach groups outside of our landmark building to engage with people and champion best practice in participatory dance across the region. Additionally, Dance City provides formal dance training through its Training Academy for young people aged 10 through to postgraduate level and supports professional dance artists and choreographers.