MAKERSPACE
During the summer and winter months, when our programmed activities pause, the Jerwood DanceHouse embraces a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. During this rare period in our calendar when we are free of other commitments, we can support dance artists with studio space more than any other point in the year. DanceEast uses this opportunity to host Makerspace.
Need time and space to focus on your practice?
Makerspace offers dance artists dedicated studio time at DanceEast’s Jerwood DanceHouse in Ipswich.
Whether you’re developing a project, researching an idea, rehearsing, experimenting or taking stock of where your practice is heading, Makerspace gives you the opportunity to spend time in the studio focusing on what matters to you.
Open to artists at any stage of their career, Makerspace supports a wide range of dance practices, approaches and interests.
Key Dates
Applications open | Tuesday 30 June
Applications close | Friday 31 July, midday
Application Outcome | Friday 7 August
Makerspace Week 1
Monday 7 – Friday 11 September
9.00am–5.00pm
Makerspace Week 2
Monday 14 – Friday 18 September
9.00am–5.00pm
Cost | £5
What's included?
- Hands-off Studio Time: A dedicated space to explore, rehearse, and move freely without pressure.
- Warm Welcome: Enjoy the friendly support of our Box Office team in an accessible and welcoming building.
- Studio Availability: Up to 1 week of studio time (Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm) per artist or company.
- Scenic Breaks: Take advantage of beautiful walks along the sunny Ipswich Waterfront – we’ll even share tips on the best ice cream spots!
HOW TO APPLY
If you’d like dedicated time and space to focus on your practice, we’d love to hear from you. Apply using the form below, or via our Video Application page.
Successful applications will be required to pay a £5 fee upon arrival.
If you have any questions about Makerspace, please contact Katie Byford, Programme Coordinator, on Katie.Byford@danceeast.co.uk or 01473 235581 (Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm).
If you are interested in signing up for our Artist Newsletter, please click here to sign up to the mailing list. It’s sent on the last Friday of every month, sharing artistic opportunities upcoming at the Jerwood DanceHouse and beyond.
