Summer Intensive 2024: A Life of Business, the Business of Life

This eclectic mix of inspiring courses with artists from the leading edge of community and participatory dance is a chance for you to learn, experiment and reflect with like-minded colleagues.

There are ten courses to choose from, taking place virtually and in person. All of the courses are:

• Suitable for all career stages - often encouraging an effective blend of them for mutual learning and co-mentorship - for students, teachers and leaders of community and participatory dance and other performing arts specialists with an interest in the field

• Focused time to fill up on inspiration for the year to come by deepening your current practice or exploring new avenues

• Cost-conscious with fee reductions for Members of People Dancing

• A chance to network with peers as passionate as you from near and far, the welcoming People Dancing team and a general emphasis on respite, refreshment, and the joy of together!

Invest some time in developing confidence in yourself and your business skills on a classroom-based course full of insights and advice from one of the UK dance scene's most in-demand coaches and strategists.

June Gamble has a unique set of experience and skills spanning work with theatre and dance companies of all levels at all stages in their life span - from nurturing new artists, guiding them towards their first taste of success, to producing large-scale events, and helping well established companies breathe new life into their organisation. With 30+ years of experience working in the dance sector as a producer, facilitator and consultant, she will help you better understand how to share your vision and purpose effectively, see the bigger picture and put in place strategies that overcome blocks whilst you navigate challenge and change.

This one-day course is ideal for artists at any career stage who would benefit from guidance around developing confidence in themselves and their business skills.

Above image credit: June Gamble, personal collection.

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