ADJUSTMENTS

Supporting the Next Generation of Choreographers

Adjustments is a professional development programme created by MÓTUS to champion early-career dance artists and choreographers across Milton Keynes and the surrounding regions. The programme offers emerging creatives the space, skills and support they need to take the next step in their artistic journey.

Running from April to May 2026, Adjustments brings together mentoring, professional development, creative opportunities and a platform to share work publicly.

The programme culminates in a performance at centre:mk as part of the MÓTUS Festival on 23 May 2026. Join us for the New Works Sharing! Information below.

This programme is supported by The Leche Trust and Arts Council England.

New Work Sharing

Join us for an evening to meet the choreographers and witness their new works in progress.

Friday 15 May

Chrysalis Theatre, Camphill MK Directions
6:00pm-7:30pm
Meet the artists, mentors and other dance professionals from the region
Tickets are on a 'pay what you can' basis - registration essential

What is Adjustments?

Adjustments is designed to nurture new choreographic voices.

Mentoring

Each of the six selected artists is paired with an established choreographer for one-to-one tailored guidance. Mentors are matched to artists based on style, interests and development needs.

Professional Development

Across early May, participants take part in four specialist sessions covering:

Fundraising
Tour booking and producing
Creative health & wellbeing
Environmental sustainability

These sessions are delivered by leading professionals and supported with digital resources.

Creative Space & Support

Artists receive studio space in Milton Keynes, alongside advice from the MÓTUS team on structuring work, navigating the sector and preparing for performance.

This will be agreed with each artist individually, depending on availability and location.

Festival Performance

The programme culminates in a public platform at the MÓTUS Festival on 23 May 2026, giving artists the opportunity to share their developing work with audiences and industry peers.

Tickets