Cool Company Dance and Movement Workshops

a group of people doing improvisational dance in an art gallery amongst an installation of hanging motorbike parts

Cool Company is a dance improvisation ensemble for people aged 55 and over based between The Space at Nottingham Contemporary and Studio 1 at Fabric. Referencing our current exhibitions, the group explore and develop relationships between visual arts, mixed media and movement. Key to these workshops is the integration of social and creative elements which empower the work of the group. Cool Company is an established and welcoming group. Workshops are facilitated by Deane McQueen, professional choreographer/ director and Backlit Gallery studio artist.

No previous experience is required.

Workshops will take place on the following dates:

Workshop One
Mon 21 Sep 2pm-4pm
The Space, Nottingham Contemporary

Workshop Two
Mon 12 Oct 2pm-4pm
Studio 1, Fabric

Workshop Three
Mon 2 Nov 2pm-4pm
Studio 1, Fabric

Workshop Four
Mon 16 Nov 2pm-4pm
The Space, Nottingham Contemporary

Workshop Five
Mon 30 Nov 2pm-4pm
The Space, Nottingham Contemporary

Workshop Six
Mon 14 Dec 2pm-4pm
Studio 1, Fabric

The cost for the series of workshops will be provided on application. New members can confirm payment following the first session.

To book a place or for further information please email membership secretary cool.julie@btinternet.com

Information

  • Booking required
  • Designed specifically for/ with people aged 55+
  • No prior dance/movement experience required
  • Please wear loose and comfortable clothing with bare feet, non-slip socks or light flexible footwear; lockers are available on-site and bathrooms are available to change in if required

Access

Find information about getting here and Nottingham Contemporary's building access and facilities by clicking here. Find out more about Fabric's building access and facilities by clicking here.

Workshops one, four and five are held in The Space in Nottingham Contemporary. Workshops two, three and six are held off-site at Fabric, NG3 2AR.

If you have any questions around access or have specific access requirements we can accommodate, please get in touch with us by emailing cool.julie@btinternet.com and info@nottinghamcontemporary.org or phoning 0115 948 9750.

Cookie Consent