Theatre and Dance Groups

 

DPA encourages people of all ages and abilities to participate in community arts activities.

 

All Community Arts groups have regular performance opportunities at the many festivals and events organised by Dudley Performing Arts. Rehearsals are term-time and participation in regular groups is not subject to audition. 

 

 

 

nac Theatre Company was formed in the Spring of 2004. The group made their debut performance in the grounds of Dudley Castle in June 2004 with an open-air production of William Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' and have since gone on to perform professionally directed productions of:

 

'As You Like It' by Shakespeare in July 2005 at Himley Hall and Park

'Romeo and Juliet' by Shakespeare in June 2006 at Himley Hall and Park. 

'Weird Sisters' by Terry Pratchett in March 2007 at Earls High School.

'Gabriel's Hounds' by David Calcutt in June 2007 at Himley Hall and Park.

'Guards Guards' by Terry Pratchett in April 2008 at Earls High School.

 

The group work in close collaboration with professional Director Ian Cullen (Z Cars and Family Affairs).

 

Rehearsal: Earls High School, Wednesdays, 7 - 9pm

 

Contact: Sheila Chamberlain-Hyett tel: 01384 813907

 

   

 

 

 

The Company is a contemporary Dance Company supported by Dudley Performing Arts and is made up of professional Dance Artists. Each Dance Artist has at least 2 years professional dance practice experience and works within the Dudley Borough and surrounding region. Specialist dance teachers or community dance artists wishing to access regular performance opportunities and regular classes are welcome to join.

                                                                                                                   

Rehearsal: Coseley School, Mondays, 6 - 8pm

 

Contact: Maggie Lewis tel: 01384 813904

 

 

 

 

Urban Grace is a fun, creative dance group for young children aged 7and over. The classes develop basic dance skills and push creativity to the maximum in a safe and supportive environment.

 

Rehearsal: Redhill High School, Tuesdays, 4 - 5pm

 

Contact: Hayley Duffield tel: 01384 813904

 

 

 

 

This class is aimed at dancers aged 18 and over, predominantly those studying dance at University and beyond. The class is a fast paced, contemporary and physical theatre mix, including technique and creative work. The group perform regularly throughout the region and are always looking for new members.

 

Rehearsal: Netherton Arts Centre, Thursdays, 6 - 9pm

 

Contact: Laura Simmons tel: 01384 813904

 

 

 

 

An inclusive dance class for young people of all abilities. The class focuses on developing movement techniques and creative skills in a supportive environment.

 

Rehearsal: Old Park School, Thursdays, 3.30 - 4.30pm

 

Contact: Stacey Lunn tel: 01384 813904