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Summer School fun
In July we hosted a Summer School for over 40 children and young people.
ReadSparking possibility: whatever your goals, we’re here to help.
To create outstanding events and performances, sometimes you need support. Whatever your background or experience, we’re here to help creatives in performing arts make the most inspiring work they can. This is at the heart of everything we do.
Offering Support
Every one of us is on a journey. Wherever you are on yours, we’ll do our best to help. Our wealth of experience, gained over more than 30 years, makes us a great sounding board and source of information on all aspects of creating live performance.
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Network
We’re here to help you make the connections you need and find your professional community.
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Creatives at work
See how we’ve helped others navigate the unique challenges of making theatre, dance, outdoor or site-specific performances.
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Opportunities
We provide sources of information on all aspects of creating live performance, including funding opportunities and jobs.
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Resources
We’ll give practical advice, moral support, and help you reach your potential.
Latest Resources
Discover articles, case studies and practical guides to support you in your creative work.
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Latest News for Creatives
Keep up to date with the latest jobs, training, funding and opportunities.
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Support us
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. Your generosity will help us give creatives the support they need to make outstanding work and strengthen the performing arts sector across Dorset.