Sparking possibility
discover moreLive performance fires the imagination.
It uplifts and connects people like nothing else. That’s why we bring extraordinary events to unexpected places – town centres, village squares, beaches and hilltops – and everyone’s invited.
A creative family
We exist to promote, support and produce performing arts projects in our communities. In everything we do, we have just two rules. Anything’s possible. And everyone’s invited.
Latest News
Discover more about the work we do at Activate.
Specially created curtain raiser for Dorset Youth Dance
Activate's Dorset Youth Dance were invited to perform a specially created curtain-raiser with professional company Ceyda Tanc Dance.
Dance talent at Origins
The Remix (Activate’s inclusive performance group for young people) and Dorset Youth Dance (our contemporary dance company) performed as part…
CREATE! participants receive seed funding
£2,500 offered to six early career creatives.
Jenna Hubbard joins Activate team
Activate's new Producer (Outdoor Arts, Festivals, Touring) is Jenna Hubbard.
Activate receive Bowland Award from National Landscapes Association
The award recognises outstanding contributions and achievements in caring for the UK’s National Landscapes and making them wonderful places to…
Inspiring experience at South East Dance
Activate's Trainee Producer had the opportunity to shadow and support staff at South East Dance during Brighton Screendance Festival.
Support us
We believe in creating moments that touch hearts and minds – and you can help us do that. Each year Activate offers thousands of people the chance to experience high quality performing arts. Whilst we receive core funding from Arts Council England, Dorset Council and BCP Council, as a charity we also rely on donations.