East Midlands Dance Artist Network (EMDAN) is for those working in the dance sector.

The primary objective of East Midlands Dance Artist Network C.I.C. (EMDAN) is to provide a dynamic & interconnected network offering a platform that serves as a vital hub for dance artists in the East Midlands to develop their creative work, dance practice & skills for a successful career. The ultimate goal is to build sustainable collaboration, resource-sharing & skill development within the region.

Our vision is to expand & continuously support our empowered East Midlands dance community & organisation. We aim to provide and increase sustainability, capacity, accessibility & participation in dance activities and events, heighten visibility for artists, their work & practice and create a palpable sense of support & collaboration within the network. Ultimately, we seek to make a positive difference in the cultural landscape, creating a community where creativity flourishes, with artists finding the support & resources they need to excel in their dance endeavours.

Our current key goals include; implementing a fundraising strategy, innovating our mentoring programme & work sharing, generating further support & skill development, continuing to serve as a central repository for sharing dance-related opportunities & activities, maintaining a vibrant online presence.

History

EMDAN C.I.C. was established in 2018. From 2021 we have received regular, continuous support from Fabric. Since 2023 we have continued to develop and expand our supporting partnerships with organisations across the East Midlands. In September 2024 and again in March 2026 we received Arts Council England project grant funding for 14 month programmes.  Through these programmes we are successfully providing the following to our dance community;

• Mentoring Programmes and Scratch Nights
• In Person Activities including:
  • Open Classes,
  • Regional Pro Classes
  • Socials
  • Artist Day Events
  • Workshops with visiting Touring Companies
  • discounted tickets for Regional Performances
• Information Sharing
• Online Presence
• Collaborative Relationships

EMDAN Team

Directors

• Sarah Butler
• Alice Marshall

Administrator

• Karla Jones

Steering Group Members

Sarah Butler, Alice Marshall, Karla Jones, Kerryn Wise, Kirsty Russell, Emma Bouch, Claire Pring, Rebecca Cram, Seraina DeJaco, Huai-Wen Chang, Kiera Sanderson, Ana Raquel Azevedo, Katie Kelsey, Danni Chell, Frank McCarthy

Organisation partners and supporters: Fabric, Lakeside Arts, Nottingham College, Chapel Street Arts Centre, Derby City Council, University of Derby, University of Lincoln, The Hub Sleaford, LCB Depot and De Montfort University. 

Contact

To keep up to date with EMDAN, join them on Facebook, follow on Instagram or visit their website

For any queries and to be added to the EMDAN mailing list or whatsapp group, please email emdanetwork@gmail.com.

Upcoming Open Contemporary Classes