Body politic youth
professional training for 16-21yrs
Body Politic YOUTH is a brand new Oxford-based dance training initiative created to nurture the next generation of young artists.
The programme has been designed to provide opportunities for young dancers to train and develop as performers, dancers, and choreographers through the fusion of hip-hop, and dance theatre.
This 6-month training programme will be led by Artistic Director, Emma-Jane Greig and includes collaborations with some of the UK’s leading Hip Hop Dance artists. Across the 6 months, dancers will work to create innovative performances and digital works performed both regionally and locally. Dancers will explore their own creative practice, broaden their understanding of hip hop foundations and build their own identity as a young artist. Featuring: Jamaal O’Driscoll, Luke Lentes, Far From the Norm and many more!
All of our practitioners work hard to share their expertise, nurture talent, and create a supportive environment for young artists to flourish.
Body Politic YOUTH also includes collaborations with Ella Goodwin to create a piece of work that will be performed at thePLATFORM on 2nd March 2024 at Pegasus Theatre.
The programme will be delivered for 2 hours per week on Tuesday evenings and run from 16th January- 9th July 2024.
Body Politic YOUTH runs from 16th January- 9th July 2024
The programme includes:
- Weekly training with industry professionals
- 3 day performance intensive during February half term with Ella Goodwin (12-14th February 2024)
- Performance opportunities (local and regional)
- Mentoring and support
- Discount on further training and activities.
- Cost: £399*
*Body Politic is committed to ensuring that dance training is accessible, inclusive and appropriately supported. If you would like to discuss a payment plan please email Nat at education@staging.bodypoliticdance.com
Venue: Fly Dance Studio, City of Oxford College, Oxpens Road, OX1 1SA
Time: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm (Please note this programme includes a commitment to some Saturday intensives. Please check the timetable for more information).
Important Information:
- Please note that this programme is for young people with dance experience. Please click here for classes that are suitable for beginners.
- Spaces for Body Politic YOUTH will be capped at 15 to ensure that we are able to nurture and prioritise the needs of each dancer.
- In special circumstances, we may consider 15yr olds for the programme. Please email emj@staging.bodypoliticdance.com for more information.
- Dancers must commit to the full six month programme. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer spaces on a week-by-week basis.
- We will be hosting an informal workshop audition on Wednesday 13th December for applicants. This is an opportunity for us to get to see you move, pick up choreography and ask any questions about the programme.
- The deadline for registration is Monday 11th December 2023.
- All applicants will be informed by 18th December.
Please register here
Download Body Politic YOUTH timetable
This project is funded by Access Sport, Public Health England, Youth Ambition and supported by Dancin’ Oxford, Oxford City Council
If you would like to know more or get involved please email emj@staging.bodypoliticdance.com
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