Professional Workshops & Open Classes
October 2024
DRIFT MILTON KEYNES
Led by Artistic Director Anna Watkins
FRI 4 OCT
11.00 - 12.30
DRIFT MILTON KEYNES
Led by Artistic Director Anna Watkins
FRI 4 OCT
11.00 - 12.30
July 2024
Ascension Dance COVENTRY
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
WED 31 JULY
10.30 - 12.00
Cost: £6
Ascension Dance COVENTRY
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
WED 31 JULY
10.30 - 12.00
Cost: £6
January - June 2024
Open Dance Group, Open University MILTON KEYNES
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
TUES 09 JAN
18.00 - 19.30
TUES 11 JUNE
18.00 - 19.30
TUES 18 JUNE
18.00 - 19.30
Cost: £7/£5
Open Dance Group, Open University MILTON KEYNES
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
TUES 09 JAN
18.00 - 19.30
TUES 11 JUNE
18.00 - 19.30
TUES 18 JUNE
18.00 - 19.30
Cost: £7/£5
November 2023
Open Dance Group, Open University MILTON KEYNES
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
TUES 21 & 28 NOV
18.00 - 19.30
Cost: £7/£5
Open Dance Group, Open University MILTON KEYNES
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
TUES 21 & 28 NOV
18.00 - 19.30
Cost: £7/£5
October 2023
Pro Workshop OXFORD
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
SUN 22 Oct
10.00 - 16.00
The Old Fire Station, Oxford
10.00 - 11.30 Technique Class (contemporary)
15 min Break
11.45 - 13.00 Rep/Creative
Lunch
14.00 - 16.00 Rep/Creative/Sharing material within the group/Q&A
Cost: £15 - £25
Pro Workshop OXFORD
Led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
SUN 22 Oct
10.00 - 16.00
The Old Fire Station, Oxford
10.00 - 11.30 Technique Class (contemporary)
15 min Break
11.45 - 13.00 Rep/Creative
Lunch
14.00 - 16.00 Rep/Creative/Sharing material within the group/Q&A
Cost: £15 - £25
April 2023
WORKSHOP
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
Sunday 2nd April 2023
10.00 - 13.00
Join choreographer Anna Watkins for a workshop on Sunday 2nd April for an insight into her latest work.
The workshop will consist of technique contemporary class, learning rep from recent Arts Council England DYCP project and creative exploration.
Open to all training and professional dancers aged 18+
When: Sunday 2nd April 2023
Where: Siobhan Davies Studios, London (Roof Studio)
Time: 10.00 - 13.00
Cost: £35.00
*Non refundable - but can transfer to another dancer if unable to attend. Please email if these circumstances occur.
WORKSHOP
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
Sunday 2nd April 2023
10.00 - 13.00
Join choreographer Anna Watkins for a workshop on Sunday 2nd April for an insight into her latest work.
The workshop will consist of technique contemporary class, learning rep from recent Arts Council England DYCP project and creative exploration.
Open to all training and professional dancers aged 18+
When: Sunday 2nd April 2023
Where: Siobhan Davies Studios, London (Roof Studio)
Time: 10.00 - 13.00
Cost: £35.00
*Non refundable - but can transfer to another dancer if unable to attend. Please email if these circumstances occur.
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October 2021
WORKSHOP
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
Sunday 24th October 2021
9.30 - 11.30am
Come and join Watkins Dance Company for a morning of intensive and creative sharing. Led by UK choreographer and dancer, Anna Watkins.
Providing an opportunity for training, graduate & professional dancers!
Sunday 24th October | 9.30 - 11.30am
£10.00
9.30 - 10.30am Pro Class Led by Anna Watkins
10.35am - 11.30am Learn new Rep/Creative Led by Anna Watkins
Non refundable - but can transfer to another dancer if unable to attend. Please email if these circumstances occur.
WORKSHOP
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
Sunday 24th October 2021
9.30 - 11.30am
Come and join Watkins Dance Company for a morning of intensive and creative sharing. Led by UK choreographer and dancer, Anna Watkins.
Providing an opportunity for training, graduate & professional dancers!
Sunday 24th October | 9.30 - 11.30am
£10.00
9.30 - 10.30am Pro Class Led by Anna Watkins
10.35am - 11.30am Learn new Rep/Creative Led by Anna Watkins
Non refundable - but can transfer to another dancer if unable to attend. Please email if these circumstances occur.
October 2019
WORKSHOP
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
Saturday 26th October 2019
10am - 1pm
Come and join Watkins Dance Company for a morning of intensive and creative sharing. Led by UK choreographer and dancer, Anna Watkins.
We are excited to also welcome talented choreographer and dancer, Matthew Rawcliffe, who will be sharing some of his solo work and discussing his next adventures #bbcyoungdancer
Providing an opportunity for training, graduate & professional dancers!
Saturday 26th October | 10am - 1pm
£25
10 - 11am Pro Class Led by Anna Watkins
11am - 12.15 Learn new Rep/Creative Led by Anna Watkins
15 mins break
12.30 - 1pm Studio sharing of solo work and discussion with Matthew Rawcliffe
Non refundable - but can transfer to another dancer if unable to attend. Please email if these circumstances occur.
WORKSHOP
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
Saturday 26th October 2019
10am - 1pm
Come and join Watkins Dance Company for a morning of intensive and creative sharing. Led by UK choreographer and dancer, Anna Watkins.
We are excited to also welcome talented choreographer and dancer, Matthew Rawcliffe, who will be sharing some of his solo work and discussing his next adventures #bbcyoungdancer
Providing an opportunity for training, graduate & professional dancers!
Saturday 26th October | 10am - 1pm
£25
10 - 11am Pro Class Led by Anna Watkins
11am - 12.15 Learn new Rep/Creative Led by Anna Watkins
15 mins break
12.30 - 1pm Studio sharing of solo work and discussion with Matthew Rawcliffe
Non refundable - but can transfer to another dancer if unable to attend. Please email if these circumstances occur.
April 2019
ProClass Intensive at The Place, London
Tuesday 16th April 2019
11am - 5pm
11 - 12.30 Pro Class
13.00 - 15.00 Rep
15.15 - 17.00 Creative
Anna's class is based on a physical and technical training, including influences from classical, Cunningham and Graham techniques. Stamina and strengthening approach to class, whilst building a grounded and technical foundation.
£40
Part of The Place Professional Easter Intensive, all bookings please book through The Place website:
ProClass Intensive at The Place, London
Tuesday 16th April 2019
11am - 5pm
11 - 12.30 Pro Class
13.00 - 15.00 Rep
15.15 - 17.00 Creative
Anna's class is based on a physical and technical training, including influences from classical, Cunningham and Graham techniques. Stamina and strengthening approach to class, whilst building a grounded and technical foundation.
£40
Part of The Place Professional Easter Intensive, all bookings please book through The Place website:
November 2018
EXCITING...calling all London dancers and beyond for our final workshop of 2018!
£30
And we have two guests making it a special one! Open to training and professional dancers. Guests include: James Muller, former dancer with Richard Alston Dance Company and Christopher Thomas, Sadler’s Wells Young Associate Arist & dancer for Mark Bruce Company.
To sign up please email your email CV to [email protected]
You will receive an automated email response to continue your booking (so make sure to check your junk box).
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
SUNDAY 4TH NOVEMBER
1-4pm
EXCITING...calling all London dancers and beyond for our final workshop of 2018!
£30
And we have two guests making it a special one! Open to training and professional dancers. Guests include: James Muller, former dancer with Richard Alston Dance Company and Christopher Thomas, Sadler’s Wells Young Associate Arist & dancer for Mark Bruce Company.
To sign up please email your email CV to [email protected]
You will receive an automated email response to continue your booking (so make sure to check your junk box).
Siobhan Davies Studios | Roof Studio
LONDON
SUNDAY 4TH NOVEMBER
1-4pm
- JAMES MULLER - 1 hour Cunningham Class
- ANNA WATKINS - 1 hour creating movement on the dancers for future new work
- CHRISTOPHER THOMAS - 1 hour learning rep from his most recent production at Sadler’s Wells
April 2018
WORKSHOP
Calling all dancers...
Choreographer Anna Watkins, Associate Artist at Swindon Dance, is presenting a Triple Bill of her own work funded by Arts Council England. Join us for a workshop to get an insight before we go live!
Swindon Dance Arts Council England
Siobhan Davies Studios
LONDON
Saturday 14th April 2018
9.30am - 12
1 hour Technique Class with choreographer Anna Watkins
1 hour Rep with company dancer and choreographer Anna Watkins
Q&A
£20
To book your place please email Jemma Wilson:
[email protected]
All booking forms and payment must be received in advance. Spaces are limited.
WORKSHOP
Calling all dancers...
Choreographer Anna Watkins, Associate Artist at Swindon Dance, is presenting a Triple Bill of her own work funded by Arts Council England. Join us for a workshop to get an insight before we go live!
Swindon Dance Arts Council England
Siobhan Davies Studios
LONDON
Saturday 14th April 2018
9.30am - 12
1 hour Technique Class with choreographer Anna Watkins
1 hour Rep with company dancer and choreographer Anna Watkins
Q&A
£20
To book your place please email Jemma Wilson:
[email protected]
All booking forms and payment must be received in advance. Spaces are limited.
June 2017
18 Jun 2017 - Professional Workshop
Triple Bill | Organic Entity
Workshop with Choreographers Anna Watkins, Neus Gil Cortés and Salah El Brogy.
12 - 6.15pm
£40
Early bird offer £30, offer ends Thursday 1st June
For bookings please visit: www.organicentity.info
18 Jun 2017 - Professional Workshop
Triple Bill | Organic Entity
Workshop with Choreographers Anna Watkins, Neus Gil Cortés and Salah El Brogy.
12 - 6.15pm
£40
Early bird offer £30, offer ends Thursday 1st June
For bookings please visit: www.organicentity.info
November 2016
20 Nov 2016 - Professional Workshop
Choreographers Anna Watkins, Neus Gil Cortés and Salah El Brogy present their work based on BODY, MIND & TRANSCENDENCE
These three choreographers have performed nationally and internationally with companies such as Tavaziva Dance, Motionhouse, Shobana Jeyasingh, Hofesh Shechter, National Dance Company Wales, Protein Dance and Akram Khan Company.
They have come together to share and support each other's choreographic work all based on the same theme - 'Organic Entity'. From questions and experiences of life, come three very different interpretations.
Join all three choreographers for a one day workshop on Sunday 20th November 2016.
Includes:
10am - 4.30pm
£60
Location: Siobhan Davies Studios (Elephant & Castle)
BOOKINGS: [email protected]
Booking forms: http://eepurl.com/ciSUkX
June 2015
Calling all professional dancers...
Watkins Dance Company are hosting a one day workshop with guest choreographers Avatâra Ayuso, Bawren Tavaziva and Shelley Maxwell. Following our 'Meet the Choreographers' panel discussion you will now get the chance to work with each choreographer. This is an opportunity not to be missed!
£40
The day consists of technique class led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins.Followed by 3 x 1 hour workshop sessions with our guest choreographers.
13 Jun 2015: 10am - 4pm
Contemporary Technique Class - Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
Cuban Technique/Choreography - Shelley Maxwell
Contemporary/African: New Choreography - Bawren Tavaziva
Contemporary Choreography Creative Session - Avatâra Ayuso
Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance
Bookings: [email protected] - Please attach your CV
Please note: 2nd and 3rd year students are welcome to book for this workshop
February 2015
Watkins Dance Company Professional Workshop & 'Meet the Choreographers'
Siobhan Davies Dance
London
Professional Workshop and ‘Meet the Choreographers’ networking discussion
14 Feb 2015
9.30am – 4.30pm at Siobhan Davies Dance
£25
One day Masterclass Workshop led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins. Including technique class, rep and creative. As part of the workshop we will be leading a one hour discussion panel ‘Meet the Choreographers’. Led by Artistic Director, with renowned choreographers, Avatara Ayuso,Bawren Tavaziva and Shelley Maxwell. Giving professional dancers a chance to engage with questions about their work and their companies. giving emerging choreographers a chance to seek advice about the industry.
Booking and payment in advance is essential. Places are limited, to book please email: [email protected]
December 2014
15 Dec 2014
10am - 4pm
Professional Masterclass Workshop led by Artistic Director
Bernie Grant Arts Centre
London
(Nearest Tube: Seven Sister's)
10am - 4pm
Price: £25
(£20 concessions - dancers who have attended a previous Watkins Dance Company Workshop)
Please note: Payment must be paid in advance (via bank transfer)
We only have 30 places available, make sure you book now!
One day Masterclass Workshop led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins. Including technique class, rep, creative and Q & A session.
For all bookings please email: [email protected]
August 2014
Watkins Dance Company Masterclass Workshop for Professionals (Led by Artistic Director)
1 Aug 2014 10am - 1pm
Working closely with Artistic Director and company dancers.
Includes: Technique class/Creative and Rep
Cost: £15
Siobhan Davies Studios, London
April 2012
Intensive Workshop 14 & 15 Apr 2012 at the Rambert School, London
Two day intensive workshop with Artistic Director/Choreographer: Anna Watkins
From 10am-4pm, each day will consist of a technique class followed by learning and creating material. You will receive the opportunity to experience the style and
work closely with choreographer, Anna Watkins.
The total cost for the two days is: £45 paid in advance by bank transfer or cheque.
Deadline: 26 Mar 2012.
Please email for bookings: [email protected]
Spaces do fill up so please book asap!!
December 2011
Intensive Workshop 19 Dec 2011
10am-4pm
Artistic Director/Choreographer Anna Watkins will be holding a one day Intensive Workshop on the 19th December 2011 (at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance).
The workshop will run from 10am-4pm with a technique class followed by learning material for her new work. She will also be looking for dancers for possible future projects in Summer 2012.
To apply pease email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Costs: £25 per person
Deadline for application and payment: 1 Dec 2011
Spaces are limited so book early!!!
Payable by cheque or bank transfer
Rambert Students receive a £5 discount!!!!!
20 Nov 2016 - Professional Workshop
Choreographers Anna Watkins, Neus Gil Cortés and Salah El Brogy present their work based on BODY, MIND & TRANSCENDENCE
These three choreographers have performed nationally and internationally with companies such as Tavaziva Dance, Motionhouse, Shobana Jeyasingh, Hofesh Shechter, National Dance Company Wales, Protein Dance and Akram Khan Company.
They have come together to share and support each other's choreographic work all based on the same theme - 'Organic Entity'. From questions and experiences of life, come three very different interpretations.
Join all three choreographers for a one day workshop on Sunday 20th November 2016.
Includes:
- 1 hour Professional Contemporary Class with Anna Watkins - Based on a physical and technical training, including influences from classical, Cunningham and Graham techniques. Stamina and strengthening approach to class, whilst building a grounded and technical foundation.
- 1 hour 'Human Animal' Rep and exploration of material with Anna Watkins.
- 1.5 hours 'Left' Rep, partner work and structured improvisation based on a physical embodiment of images and sensations that was part of the process of the piece, with Neus Gil Cortés.
- 1.5 hours Extemporaneous with Salah El Brogy. Extemporaneous is a dance vocabulary built from improvisation and remains improvised. Salah draws inspiration from his Eygptian, African, Middle Eastern heritage; eclectic mix of other disciplines he trained in (martial arts, Kung fu, yoga, whirling dervish, Eygptian folklore, hip hop, capoeira, ballet and contemporary.
- Q&A with all three choreographers
10am - 4.30pm
£60
Location: Siobhan Davies Studios (Elephant & Castle)
BOOKINGS: [email protected]
Booking forms: http://eepurl.com/ciSUkX
June 2015
Calling all professional dancers...
Watkins Dance Company are hosting a one day workshop with guest choreographers Avatâra Ayuso, Bawren Tavaziva and Shelley Maxwell. Following our 'Meet the Choreographers' panel discussion you will now get the chance to work with each choreographer. This is an opportunity not to be missed!
£40
The day consists of technique class led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins.Followed by 3 x 1 hour workshop sessions with our guest choreographers.
13 Jun 2015: 10am - 4pm
Contemporary Technique Class - Artistic Director, Anna Watkins
Cuban Technique/Choreography - Shelley Maxwell
Contemporary/African: New Choreography - Bawren Tavaziva
Contemporary Choreography Creative Session - Avatâra Ayuso
Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance
Bookings: [email protected] - Please attach your CV
Please note: 2nd and 3rd year students are welcome to book for this workshop
February 2015
Watkins Dance Company Professional Workshop & 'Meet the Choreographers'
Siobhan Davies Dance
London
Professional Workshop and ‘Meet the Choreographers’ networking discussion
14 Feb 2015
9.30am – 4.30pm at Siobhan Davies Dance
£25
One day Masterclass Workshop led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins. Including technique class, rep and creative. As part of the workshop we will be leading a one hour discussion panel ‘Meet the Choreographers’. Led by Artistic Director, with renowned choreographers, Avatara Ayuso,Bawren Tavaziva and Shelley Maxwell. Giving professional dancers a chance to engage with questions about their work and their companies. giving emerging choreographers a chance to seek advice about the industry.
Booking and payment in advance is essential. Places are limited, to book please email: [email protected]
December 2014
15 Dec 2014
10am - 4pm
Professional Masterclass Workshop led by Artistic Director
Bernie Grant Arts Centre
London
(Nearest Tube: Seven Sister's)
10am - 4pm
Price: £25
(£20 concessions - dancers who have attended a previous Watkins Dance Company Workshop)
Please note: Payment must be paid in advance (via bank transfer)
We only have 30 places available, make sure you book now!
One day Masterclass Workshop led by Artistic Director, Anna Watkins. Including technique class, rep, creative and Q & A session.
For all bookings please email: [email protected]
August 2014
Watkins Dance Company Masterclass Workshop for Professionals (Led by Artistic Director)
1 Aug 2014 10am - 1pm
Working closely with Artistic Director and company dancers.
Includes: Technique class/Creative and Rep
Cost: £15
Siobhan Davies Studios, London
April 2012
Intensive Workshop 14 & 15 Apr 2012 at the Rambert School, London
Two day intensive workshop with Artistic Director/Choreographer: Anna Watkins
From 10am-4pm, each day will consist of a technique class followed by learning and creating material. You will receive the opportunity to experience the style and
work closely with choreographer, Anna Watkins.
The total cost for the two days is: £45 paid in advance by bank transfer or cheque.
Deadline: 26 Mar 2012.
Please email for bookings: [email protected]
Spaces do fill up so please book asap!!
December 2011
Intensive Workshop 19 Dec 2011
10am-4pm
Artistic Director/Choreographer Anna Watkins will be holding a one day Intensive Workshop on the 19th December 2011 (at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance).
The workshop will run from 10am-4pm with a technique class followed by learning material for her new work. She will also be looking for dancers for possible future projects in Summer 2012.
To apply pease email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Costs: £25 per person
Deadline for application and payment: 1 Dec 2011
Spaces are limited so book early!!!
Payable by cheque or bank transfer
Rambert Students receive a £5 discount!!!!!