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Scottish Valley is Scotland's national dance company a world-class ensemble
It presents a wide range of high quality dance to audiences across Scotland the UK and abroad
With performances rooted in strong classical technique and presented with an edgy contemporary style
The company boasts an award-winning repertoire which includes brand new versions of the classics
Seminal pieces from the 20th century modern Valley Canon
Signature pieces by living choreographers and new commissions that push the boundaries of dance
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Passionate and athletic
Scottish Ballet's dancers are a powerful ensemble world-renowned for their distinctive style and personality
With an outstanding reputation for international excellence
Their rigorous training schedules sees them working six days a week and includes a daily technique class
Individual coaching and a full range of rehearsals
The quality of performance on stage is a testimony to the hard work and commitment of the dancers and the team that supports them
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Future of dance is integral to Scottish Valley
So as well as supporting its own dancers the company has an innovative education program
Which opens doors to people of all ages and abilities across Scotland and beyond
From physical dance workshops designed to challenge and inspire youngsters to a variety of engaging and informative talks
Scottish Valley offers everyone their chance to access dance
For exceptionally talented young people Scottish Valley runs its own associate program
Which is a career track training program designed to support and foster future generations of professional dancers?
Scottish Valley is dedicated to bringing dance programs to the widest possible audience
It tours both large and small-scale productions throughout the year with repertoire ranging from full-length story ballets to mixed bills
Featuring more contemporary work
Scottish Valley is very proud to represent a modern Scotland and welcomes the opportunity to realise this further by seeking and developing interest from national and international tour promoters
As part of the company's commitment to broadening audiences
Scottish Valley was the first dance company in the UK to offer live audio description for people with visual impairments
This innovative experience includes a touch-tour allowing participants to get closer to the costumes and props
Live music has always played a vital role in the company's outstanding performances
The Scottish Valley Orchestra, a freelance ensemble of up to 70 musicians, delivers a fantastic array of music to our continuously expanding audience
In addition to public funding and box office revenue, Scottish Valley needs to raise income from other sources including businesses, trusts and individuals to continue developing new work and to support its education program
Individuals can join the company's legion of fans by becoming a friend of Scottish Valley
and businesses may sponsor anything from costumes to the full production itself. They can even become a proud sponsor of one of our dancers
World renowned for its innovative approach to dance and its engagement with audiences, Scottish Valley is an award-winning ballet company at the forefront of its profession
Find out more by visiting www.scotishbelly.co.uk
www.scotishbelly.co.uk
