About DanceBase
ActOne's DanceBase projects are inspiring spaces where young people (age 5 to 25) explore dance theatre in a fully accessible, supportive environment. ActOne has accumulated 10 years' experience adapting classical and contemporary techniques to suit every body and ability. DanceBase dancers go home feeling exhilerated and satisfied with their achievements.
DanceBase projects are led by experienced inclusive choreographers and dance professionals, who are all committed to ActOne's philosophy. Each project is supported by a minimum of two professional Support Workers and two trained Volunteers.
Dancers take part in
- Adaptable exercises tailored to each individual
- Warm ups concentrating on breathing, relaxation and gentle stretching exercises ideal for those with chronic conditions such as breathing difficulties or long term pain
- Exploring maximum movement potential supported by dance tutors with experience of injury technique and remedial exercise
- Collaborative choreography where individual creativity is nurtured and encouraged
Performances
DanceBase have taken their uplifing repertoire to Saddler's Wells, the Barbican, the StAlbans festival and the Kaleidoscope festival. There is a performance at the end of each term and once a year participants from ActOne and partnership projects come together to stage a full scale showcase production at a local theatre.
Other Inclusive Projects
If you, or someone you know is interested in dance but are outside the age range of ActOne please get in touch! We may be able to advise you of other projects you could access. There are lots of opportunities in Hertfordshire for people of all ages to dance!
Times and Venues
- DanceBase Ware takes place on TUESDAYS at Middleton School, Walnut Tree Walk, Ware SG12 9PD
View map » - DanceBase Watford takes place on WEDNESDAYS at West Herts College, Watford Campus, Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 3EZ
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Projects are divided into 2 groups roughly split by age:
- Intermediate class for 5-12 year olds meets from 5.15pm until 6.30pm
- Advanced for 13-19 year olds, from 6.30pm until 8pm.
Fees
The cost of attending ActOne projects is always kept to a minimum so that no-one is excluded from participating. Fees are subsidised by various funding bodies and grants.
The fee per term at DanceBase is £95. This can be split into two parts with the first payment due on the first session of term and the second on the first session after the half term. Please note that if a participant leaves before the second payment is due it is still counted as the balance owed for the term and should be paid in full.
Unfortunately in the event of a session being cancelled by ActOne refunds cannot be made and fees are non-refundable after registration.
Cheques should be made payable to ActOne Theatre Company (please note our legal name remains ActOne Theatre Company not ActOne ArtsBase)
Further Assistance
If you think you can't afford it please get in contact with us. This is the standard fee which is applicable to all participants. We can advise you on how to get individual financial support to participate in our projects. This can take time so please apply as soon as possible.
Uniform
DanceBase T-Shirts and Sweatshirts are available to buy, please contact Jo at ActOne for more details. Participants must wear clothes that are comfortable and easy to move around in and soft shoes such as dance shoes or indoor trainers. Do not wear jeans, tight trousers, skirts, low cut tops or low waisted trousers. For your own and others safety please do not wear any jewellery or bring valuables to sessions.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Jo (Administrator) or Suzie (Artistic Director) at the ActOne office between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
Have Your Say Meetings
Parents, Guardians and Friends of DanceBase are invited to attend a termly meeting with the aim of sharing feedback on all aspects of what we do. Meetings are held on the last session of each term during normal session times.