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Baby Loves Disco
Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.
Audio, Brighton
Mon 27 May
£8 / 08444 999990
Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.
- 12:00 – 14:00
- 15:00 – 17:00
Electric Circus, Edinburgh
Sun 26 May
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 30 Jun
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 28 Jul
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Mansion House, Glasgow
Sun 2 Jun
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 7 Jul
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 4 Aug
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
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Meadowlands Festival
Set in the heart of the beautiful South Downs and boasting outstanding views all around, this music and arts festival will once again take place on the bank holiday weekend within the grounds of Glynde Place, featuring many outstanding international, national and local acts. Music, theatre, comedy, spoken word, art, DJs…
Glynde Place, Lewes
Fri 24 May
Sat 25 May
Sun 26 May
The London Wonderground Spiegeltent, SE1
Sun 26 May
£8 (under six months free)
- 15:00 – 15:45
Sun 9 Jun
£8 (under six months free)
- 15:00 – 15:45
Sun 23 Jun
£8 (under six months free)
- 15:00 – 15:45
Glasgow Schools’ Street Dance Championships
Forty teams of 7–18 year olds from primary and secondary schools across Glasgow bust a move for glory and bragging rights in this inaugural competition. Expect tons of swagger and a fair amount of popping and locking.
Emirates Arena, Glasgow
Fri 7 Jun
Prices to be confirmed / 0141 287 7000
- 09:00 – 17:00
Aberdeen International Youth Festival
Classical and chamber music, contemporary and traditional dance, jazz and theatre is on offer from a cast of rising international and local stars, with companies travelling from the USA, Russia, Middle East, Africa and Asia to perform.
Various venues, Aberdeen
Fri 26 Jul
Times & prices vary (free–£15) / 01224 213800
Sat 27 Jul
Times & prices vary (free–£15) / 01224 213800
Sun 28 Jul
Times & prices vary (free–£15) / 01224 213800
Ageas Salisbury International Arts Festival 2013
The 41st Salisbury International Arts Festival presents a bountiful programme of theatre, music, dance, visual art, kids and literature events.
Salisbury Arts Festival
Fri 24 May
Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651
Sat 25 May
Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651
Sun 26 May
Times vary / £10–£50 / 0845 241 9651
Cool Beans
'Cool Beans' is a feature-length show that has been handmade by performers with learning disabilities. Through dancing and acting, our funny characters come to life as we explore the four seasons through the use of exciting music and sounds, creative costumes, animation, sensory lighting and shadow imagery. ‘Cool Beans…
The Salvation Army Brighton Congress Hall
Tue 28 May
Wed 29 May
Thu 30 May
Fri 31 May
SWAYED Dance Crew
Drop - In Dance Session for 12-18 year olds
Lourdes Secondary School, Glasgow
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 276 8770
- 19:00 – 21:00
Fri 31 May
Free / 0141 276 8770
- 19:00 – 21:00
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0141 276 8770
- 19:00 – 21:00
Wiggle & Giggle 2
Incorporating music, props and mime, Wiggle & Giggle will bring out the little dancer within! This class will also help encourage confidence and working alongside other children in a fun and exciting environment. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and indoor trainers.
Thomas Morton Hall, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
£3.50 (Free) / 0131 529 6185
- 10:15 – 11:00
Sat 1 Jun
£3.50 (Free) / 0131 529 6185
- 10:15 – 11:00
Sat 8 Jun
£3.50 (Free) / 0131 529 6185
- 10:15 – 11:00
Yoruba Arts Festival
African festival of music, arts and culture with activities and entertainment for all the family.
Clissold Park, London N16
Sat 27 Jul
Free / 020 7249 1222
- 11:00 – 21:00
Ballet
An introduction to the world of dance and a chance to test out those pretty, but painful, shoes. Ages 13–17.
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Wed 22 May
£52 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 17:30
Wed 29 May
£52 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 17:30
Wed 5 Jun
£52 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 17:30
Belly Babies (course)
Belly Babies is an innovative class for mums and babies, which explores music and dance from around the world. Connect with your baby and other new mums while engaging mind and body and strengthening core muscles which are often affected during pregnancy and birth. Please bring a sling to attach your baby onto your…
Dance Base, Edinburgh
Wed 22 May
£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:30 – 14:30
Wed 29 May
£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:30 – 14:30
Wed 5 Jun
£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:30 – 14:30
Blackwood Summer Festival
The second edition of the Blackwood Summer Festival kicks off in the first official days of summer, with funfair rides, street entertainment, food stalls and all other sorts of exciting summertime things.
Blackwood Town Centre
Sat 29 Jun
Prices to be confirmed / 02920 880011
- 09:00 – 17:00
Sun 30 Jun
Prices to be confirmed / 02920 880011
- 10:00 – 16:00
Break Free S1 - S3
Take the next step in your breakin’ adventure! B-boying or b-girling (formerly called break dancing) was one of the first styles that developed under the umbrella of hip hop dance, and it is still one of the best known today. In this class we will further develop the skills you’ve learned in Break Free P4-P7…
Dance Base, Edinburgh
Thu 23 May
£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Mon 27 May
£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Thu 30 May
£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Cloud Man
Cloudia has always had her head in the clouds. She is a cloud expert and has spent all of her life dreaming of seeing the elusive Cloud Man - an extremely rare creature who lives a quiet life high up in the sky. Follow the clues to the very top of Cloud Mountain where the views are always surprising - but if you are…
Loughborough Town Hall
Fri 31 May
£7 (£6) / 0116 261 6893
- 11:00
- 14:00
Creative Dance
This class uses learning through play to help the children develop their co-ordination, balance, and awareness.Working together also encourages confidence and builds social skills in a relaxed and fun environment. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an…
Dance Base, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Sat 1 Jun
£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Sat 8 Jun
£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Dance Jam
Get dancing at these sessions that combine hip hop and contemporary styles. Ages 5–8 from 4pm; ages 9–12 from 4.45pm.
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Thu 23 May
£42 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 16:00
- 16:45
Thu 30 May
£42 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 16:00
- 16:45
Thu 6 Jun
£42 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 16:00
- 16:45
Dance 'n' Play 1 (course)
We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working together as a group and in pairs with parents builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, whilst developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose…
Dance Base, Edinburgh
Wed 22 May
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 10:45 – 11:30
Wed 29 May
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 10:45 – 11:30
Wed 5 Jun
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 10:45 – 11:30
Dance 'n' Play 2 (course)
We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working together as a group and in pairs with parents builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, whilst developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose…
Dance Base, Edinburgh
Wed 22 May
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:45 – 12:30
Wed 29 May
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:45 – 12:30
Wed 5 Jun
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:45 – 12:30
Dance Your Socks Off
Interactive musical fun for little ones to dance off any excess energy. No shoes or socks allowed! Suitable for under 5s.
Tramway, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
£3.50 per family / 0845 330 3501
- 10:00 – 10:45
Thu 30 May
£3.50 per family / 0845 330 3501
- 10:00 – 10:45
Thu 6 Jun
£3.50 per family / 0845 330 3501
- 10:00 – 10:45
Dinky's Wild Adventure
The all-singing, all-dancing 3–6 year-olds from TFX Performing Arts Academy present their latest family show.
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Sat 15 Jun
£10 (£8) / 01463 234234
- 11:00
Sun 16 Jun
£10 (£8) / 01463 234234
- 11:00
Eden Court Youth Dance Group
Learn the basics of jazz, contemporary and street styles.
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Thu 23 May
£52 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 19:30
Thu 30 May
£52 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 19:30
Thu 6 Jun
£52 for a ten week term / 01463 234234
- 19:30
ENB Youth Ballet Workshop
A chance for dancers at the beginning of their career to workshop with the English National Ballet.
Milton Keynes Theatre
Tue 15 Oct
Prices to be confirmed / 0870 060 6652
Fame Summer School
A summer school to introduce budding performers aged 16–19 to Fame: The Musical. No audition is necessary to join the chorus. To audition for one of the lead roles, contact the creative learning team at Horsecross (contact details above). Ticket price is for the entire five-day summer school. Bring a packed lunch.
Perth Theatre
Mon 22 Jul
£75 / 01738 477729
- 09:30 – 17:00
Tue 23 Jul
£75 / 01738 477729
- 09:30 – 17:00
Wed 24 Jul
£75 / 01738 477729
- 09:30 – 17:00
How to Host a Dinner Party
The stage is set with dining room furniture. Two women enter; they prepare for a lavish dinner party. Will anyone turn up? Join them on a journey of expectation, nerves and despair in this minimalist dance work which looks at the challenges of throwing a dinner party and the character developments the party has on the…




