Free professional class with Gary Clarke Company

To register your interest, please send a current CV or biography of experience and specify which date and class you wish to attend to [javascript protected email address] with the title AUTUMN 2025.

Gary Clarke Company are offering a unique opportunity for professional dancers and students in dance training to attend a FREE professional company class at South East Dance on Monday 13th October 2025 as the company tour their new mid-scale dance theatre show DETENTION.

The class is FREE OF CHARGE and will be led by members of Gary Clarke Company and various guest teachers. The class will be 1 hour 15 minutes in length, professional level and contemporary in style.

The class is a great way to maintain technical standards, further connect with the company and network with new people and creatives.

Participants taking part in classes will also have access to a special ticket offer to see DETENTION on tour!

Check the DETENTION website for more tour details, info and post-show talks.

Due to studio size, Gary Clarke Company can only offer limited places per class, with selections made by Gary Clarke. Classes are at a professional level, therefore selection is based on level of experience in contemporary dance styles.

Invited individuals will receive a confirmation e-mail at least 1 week prior to the class dates including special ticket offer codes.

Note: Gary Clarke Company advises that anyone taking part in our classes should be in good physical condition and able to participate safely. You should consider consulting a medical professional before engaging in any new form of physical exercise to make sure it is suitable. When you join our classes, you agree to take full responsibility for your own health and safety and any such injury or accident which might occur. We shall not be liable for any claims for injuries or damages resulting from or connected with participation in the classes. We also request that you do not attend class if you are unwell.

"Free open-class programmes like this are crucial in today’s dance industry. They foster community among dancers and support freelance artists in their training, athleticism, and artistry. It was incredibly enriching and inspiring"

Previous programme participant

Date and time
Monday 13 October 2025
Times
2.15pm - 3.30pm
Producer
Gary Clarke Company
Location
The Jamie Watton Creation Space at The Dance Space
Ticket Price
Free

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