South West dance organisations shut up shop

Two dance organisations in Devon and Plymouth are shutting down due to a lack of funding.

Dance in Devon is pausing operations for six months as its board considers future options, whilst Plymouth Dance will close at the end of July.

Despite successful funding applications and commissions, the organisations say they are hamstrung by their inability to cover staffing and other costs. 

Online consultations to discuss a new model of support for dance in the South West are scheduled for April 5 and 6.

“We want to ensure that the people of Devon and Plymouth can participate in dance activities for their own creativity and wellbeing, and that dance professionals can continue to thrive in the region,” the organisations said.