What's on
In The Brain | Shechter II
Hofesh Shechter’s new full-length work for Shechter II, IN THE BRAIN, is an invitation to let go - to move, to surrender to the music, and to be swept away in rhythm.
Lullaby | Jasmin Vardimon
Internationally acclaimed choreographer Jasmin Vardimon returns with a powerful new chapter in the world of Lullaby. That seminal piece, set in a hospital ward, established her as an Associate Artist at Sadler’s Wells and won her numerous awards.
Botis Seva | Far From The Norm | Sing Child Sing
This intimate, evolving portrait is an unfiltered exploration into identity, healing and the invisible legacies passed from one generation to the next.
YouthFest 2026
YouthFest 2026: A free dance festival created by young people, for young people! Take part in workshops, arts spaces, music and dance performances.
Baby Loves to Boogie
Celebrate autumn with your family at the coolest baby disco in town! Groove, move, and laugh together with our super fun dancers as you join in playful dance games, play with props, and boogie with your littlest disco stars. No experience needed, just bring your smiles and get ready for fun!
Kids Love to Boogie
Get ready to groove, laugh and have a blast with your family as our energetic dance party returns this autumn!
DanceEast Boys Project
Free weekly movement sessions for boys aged 11 to 18 in Ipswich. Join DanceEast Boys Project to build confidence, create and perform.
Contemporary (12 – 18s) | Open
A high-energy contemporary dance classes for young people aged 12-18, that pushes creativity and musicality.
Ashtanga Yoga (18+) | Open
Start your weekend right by focusing on synchronising breath and movement - which becomes a moving meditation.
WELCOME TO OUR HOUSE
Whether you are curious to experience dance live on stage for the first time or are keen to discover a local dance class, step inside the Jerwood DanceHouse this year to find all of this and more! Hear from our Audience Ambassadors, Gabrielle, Brian and Millie, about their experience of getting involved with DanceEast and their encouragement to you to discover world class performances, dance classes and workshops here in Ipswich.
Watch filmABOUT US
DanceEast is one of five DanceHouses in the UK and the only one in East Anglia. Involving over 65,000 people annually in dance activity, our vision is a world where everyone can benefit from the vital and life-enhancing power of dance.
Find out more about usGET INVOLVED
As the home of dance in the East of England, we create new and exciting ways for people to move or be moved, through participating in, experiencing, or producing dance at its very best. Find out more about our work, from supporting artists to providing opportunities for everyone to find their inner dancer.
Find out how you can get involvedSUPPORT US
As a charity, we rely on your support. Together, we can bring joyful, life-affirming dance to people and places across the East of England. For some people, this will brighten their day: for others, it will change their life.
“Dance is everything to me. Dance is expression, recovery, it’s a kind of beautiful art form.” – DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) student
Support UsVENUE HIRE AT THE JERWOOD DANCEHOUSE
Our house is your house. All spaces at the Jerwood DanceHouse are available for hire, including our state-of-the-art green screen digital suite. Whether you are hosting a function, looking for a welcoming space in central Ipswich, or using our digital facilities, the DanceHouse offers an exciting location for a variety of events and occasions.
Find out more about hiring the DanceHouse