Training & Skills Development
Online Inspiration - Talks, Workshops & Panel Discussions
Following on from the successful learning & skills program as part of the previous DLG project ‘Critical Mass What’s Next 22-24’, DLG has evaluated and consulted the Steering Group to identify key topics that we want to explore.
We will be engaging exciting artists, facilitators and companies, extending into international reach, offering opportunity to share their work and knowledge to inspire the sector in crucial areas.
The series of monthly sessions will be a mixture of free & 'pay what you can', mostly online with a few in-person options. We hope there is something for everyone, offering opportunities to learn, share and grow, up-skilling the region & beyond.
For the first time, sessions will be opened nationally & internationally to have wider reach and connectivity with the dance sector.
Upcoming Sessions
More information & booking links will be added once the sessions have been confirmed with each of the speakers.
Our CPD sessions are responsive to the needs of our network, so we are currently developing the content for the next few trainings.
Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for more information to be released.
Previous Sessions
International Collaboration: We are Epic Indonesian Exchange & Synergy by Mark Smith: South African Exchange
Bursary Opportunity for Midlands-based artists
Apply for up to £100 towards courses & training that will benefit you as an artist, thus contributing to a stronger, more skilled region of dance professionals.
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There is support for a maximum of 20 individuals.
Examples of Eligible Courses
This is just a suggestion list to give you an idea of the type of training we will support, but it can be any relevant training delivered.
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Access ALLways online workshop series (Kinetic Light Dance) $42 a session / approx £32 equivalent
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FABRIC International Producing 4 week online course £150-£200
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BSL Level 1 courses (Various Prices)
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People Dancing courses (Various prices)
Criteria for applying
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You must be working in the dance sector in some capacity.
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The training must happen, or have happened between October 2024 and March 2025.
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The training must relate to inclusive practice, or skills building as a leader in the region.
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The training can happen outside of the region, but must bring skills and practice back to the region.
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You must provide evidence of your booked place to receive the bursary.
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You can only apply & be successful once.
You will be contacted within 2 weeks if you have been successful with your bursary application. *Please note, you may be offered a smaller contribution amount depending on funds available.
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If you are unsure about booking a place on a course and your eligibility for receiving funds, please get in touch with sophie@fabric.dance to enquire about suitability and likliehood.
To apply for a bursary reimbursement, please complete the below expression of interest form.