Dance Base has been serving Scotland’s professional dance community for almost 30 years. Whether you’ve recently graduated and are looking to make your first professional break, or are seeking mid-career support to continue your development, we’re here to offer facilities, training, advice, and opportunities to progress your career.
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & PRACTICE SESSIONS
Throughout the year we run a programme of classes, workshops and practice sessions for professional dance and movement artists.


Current Opportunities
Check out our opportunities for dance and movement professionals to showcase work and develop their careers at Dance Base.
Artist Residencies
Our rolling series of Artist Residencies provide dance and movement artists with the studio space, facilities, and funding they need to develop their creative practice.


Use Our Studios
Artists working in dance, choreography or movement practice can access studio space at Dance Base through our paid artist residency programme, our in-kind support offer, or our open studio space.
Scottish & International Projects
At any one time, Dance Base is involved in a number of projects to address particular areas of need within our sector or to encourage international co-operation and exchange between dancers across the globe.


Support & Advice
Robust, free-to-access, personal advice and practical support for dance and movement artists across Scotland.
The Festival
Each August Dance Base presents a vibrant programme as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, welcoming dance artists from around to world to perform along the very best live dance work from Scotland.


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