MASS DANCE 2025
New Adventures, photo by Roswitha Chesher 2024
Swans Take Flight
Dance Network Association in partnership with New Adventures
In honour of Dance Network Association’s (DNA) 10th anniversary and New Adventures 30th anniversary of Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, we're thrilled to present a Mass Dance programme that promises an unforgettable year.
We’re partnering with New Adventures to bring you an extraordinary, reimagined experience of Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake as part of the Swan Lake Take Flight community engagement programme for 2025.
If you aren't familiar with Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, you can find more information here:
https://www.new-adventures.net/swan-lake#overview
DNA's Mass Dance programme is designed to increase confidence, improve physical health and enhance well-being for young people through the joy of movement. With a strong focus on physical and mental wellness, this programme offers over 2,000 young people each year the opportunity to participate in a creative dance and performance experience that goes beyond what is typically accessible in schools or community settings. It provides a supportive space for self-expression, builds essential movement skills, and nurtures a lasting sense of fun and achievement through dance.
DATES
Mass Dance Launch
Thursday 16 January 2025, 16:00 - 17:30
Eastbrook School, Dagenham Rd, Dagenham RM10 7UR
Led by DNA and New Adventures, the launch event brings everyone together to learn about Mass Dance 2025: Swans Take Flight. An opportunity for you to learn about the Mass Dance programme and introduce you to the amazing work of New Adventures, specifically Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake.
There will be nibbles, refreshments, discussions and a chance to dance together.
Teacher Training Day
Friday 21 March 2025, 09:00 - 15:00
Dagenham Park CofE School, School Road, Dagenham. RM10 9QH
Led by DNA and New Adventures, the teacher training day will provide you with everything you need to teach this years choreography to your students.
You will:
- learn the full choreography inc. variations for Early Years, Secondary students and adaptations for students with additional needs
- receive the full resource pack inc. video tutorials, resource pack and music
- have the opportunity to ask questions directly to the DNA and New Adventures creative team
- come together with other school staff across the Borough and Greater Essex
- receive refreshments and lunch
Ready to sign up?
Simply complete the form below
If you need support to complete the form or have any questions, please email our Education Manager, Steph, via steph@dancenetworkassociation.org.uk