Dance has the power to bring people together

We make exceptional dance experiences accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. We work in community centres, theatres, schools, parks, village halls, care settings and unexpected places because creativity should be part of everyday life. We nurture dancers, artists and dance leaders, creating opportunities to learn, perform, choreograph and lead.

Take part in dance classes

Join us for weekly dance classes for all ages across Worcestershire and Herefordshire - contemporary technique, creative, youth and children’s dance, parents and toddlers sessions, over 55s classes, inclusive, gentle and seated dance.

And look forward to very special performances and events this autumn and winter!

Dance class for all ages

Pigeon Performance Project

We're working with dance artist Kate Taylor, to create an outdoor performance, Flock, in Worcester on Sunday 4 October - and it's free to take part!

The Pigeon Project celebrates place, migration, belonging and connection, and Kate is looking to recruit an intergenerational cast. So if you’re aged 6-100, and have a passion for performing, she'd love to work with you.

Kate with a young dancer
A group of dancers in an inclusive dance class

Inclusive

We have weekly dance classes for people with learning disabilities and/or autism in Hereford, Worcester and at Malvern Theatres

We've recently worked with Stopgap, who led a residency with Jigsaw dancers, and we're planning more co-creation, collaboration and work with guest artists soon!

2 women dancing outdoors

Making Waves

Making Waves is our performance company for experienced dancers aged 50 and over, who like to create new work and perform, often in site-specific, outdoor spaces.

The company collaborates with other groups, and works with a variety of choreographers. New dancers are always welcome.

Youth dance performance

Youth Dance

We're developing our youth dance programme to support more young people to get into dance.

We have weekly youth classes in Worcester. As well as developing contemporary technique and choreography skills, there are opportunities to perform, work with guest choreographers and dance artists.

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Who takes part in Dancefest's classes and projects?

Find out who comes to our classes, and find how you can get involved with Dancefest.

Arts Award

Dancefest is an Arts Award supporter. Young people can use our classes, workshops and performances to help them gain an Arts Award.

Support us

As a registered charity we rely on funding and donations from our supporters. Every donation made to us is vital to help us continue our work.

Feedback

I am thoroughly enjoying the Chance to Dance and Dancefest Fit classes with Liz and Beth. Normally I'm not available to join your classes so it's wonderful to have the opportunity via Zoom.

Can't imagine my week without the regular fun and company of my Dancefest Fit session!

Arts Council England Worcester Municipal Charities Laslett's Charities The National Lottery Community Fund Roger and Douglas Turner Trust Public Health, Worcestershire County Council. The Bransford Trust People Dancing Professional Member

Dancefest is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and also gratefully receives funding from Worcester Municipal Charities, Laslett's Charities, The National Lottery Community Fund, Public Health, Worcestershire County Council, The Roger and Douglas Turner Trust and The Bransford Trust.