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On Stage Wed 16 - Wed 23 Dec

A brilliant festive show for families from world-renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse.

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Join London Contemporary Dance School for world leading dance education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

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Weekly classes for all ages and abilities, taught by inspiring professional dance artists

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A pre-vocational training programme for young people aged 11-18 years to explore and hone their passion for dance

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  6. The Place launches new MA Creative Dance Education to prepare the next generation of skilled dance teachers