Artist Support
Learn more about our support for dance artists across the region.
Read MoreLatest News
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“The support and the reassurance helped make this project a success.” | Kayleigh Price on Dance Partner Projects
Wed 19 August 2026
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Announcing our 2026 Dance Partner Project
Wed 19 August 2026
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“I was reminded what it means to be an artist” | Phil Sanger on Dance Partner Projects
Tue 17 February 2026
Opportunities
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ArtistsArtist Social | 6.30pm, 20 November 2026
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ArtistsStandby Space | Discounted Studio Space for Artists
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Dance artists and companiesResidency
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About Artist Support
We invest in dance artists to make sure their practice can thrive:
- No Dress Code is our annual scratch night giving local artists the chance to share works-in-progress.
- Dance Partner Projects is our annual artist development programme offering producer support, studio space and a £3,000 commission.
- The Dance in the North Co-Commission is a joint artist development programme supporting one artist/Company every two years across the North of England with producer support, a commission and studio space.
- Annual Artist Gathering is an opportunity to network with the local dance community.
- Our festival programme provides opportunities to perform and lead workshops.
- Free artist co-working space in our building. The space includes free WiFi, access to hot drinks and a dance library. Open during Yorkshire Dance opening hours.
- We offer a range of services including standby studio space, residencies and much more. To keep up to date with the latest opportunities subscribe to our artist newsletter.
1 to 1 Artist Advisories
We offer creative and practical advice to dance artists based in and making work in Yorkshire, providing support for artist’s individual needs, at any stage of their career.
Our Producers have a wealth of experience in project- and artist-development and in community and participation work, and are able to help with areas such as:
- developing clear and compelling artistic ideas
- writing budgets and funding applications
- finding collaborators and partners
- planning and booking tours
- signposting contacts and opportunities
- marketing your work
To register your interest please email João Maio (JoaoMaio@yorkshiredance.com) and Tammy Tsang (Tammy Tsang@yorkshiredance.com) with a short statement on what you would like to discuss
Please view our policy for Working With Freelancers below.