Dance Consortium holds a unique place in the cultural sector as the only consortium of 21 large-scale theatres that work together to promote and present international dance across UK and Ireland.

Dance Consortium was formed in 2000 with the aim of enriching high quality dance in the UK by presenting regular tours from international companies. A core aim of Dance Consortium is the development of audiences for dance in the UK, demystifying dance to new audiences and promoting the artform as a source of accessible enjoyment and entertainment.

Since its formation Dance Consortium has presented 53 tours by 29 different companies whose performances and education activities have been experienced by hundreds of thousands of people across all parts of the UK and Ireland.

For more detailed information on each of our member venues, click on the map or on a venue name below.