Guiding principles

For over 50 years, The Place has explored the possibilities of what dance can do. It seeks to engage with audiences and participants, champion the best ideas and create inspiring conditions for artists and enthusiasts to realise their potential. The Place combines London Contemporary Dance School, Richard Alston Dance Company and a 285 seat theatre, together with pioneering learning, outreach, recreation and professional development projects.

History

The Place has been a focal point of dance creativity in Britain, contributing to the development of cutting edge contemporary work, particularly new choreography, since it was founded in 1969.

Building and facilities

The Place has 11 state-of-the-art dance studios, a studio theatre and a cafe (open 6 days a week) and is situated in the heart of central London, between Kings Cross / St Pancras and Euston stations.

Contact
17 Duke’s Road
WC1H 9PY
London
United Kingdom
www.theplace.org.uk
info@theplace.org.uk

Feed Your Practice

8 May - 12 June 2024

Webinars for Professionals

Webinar Wednesdays is The Place's free, online series for dance professionals

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