The Helen Parlor Dance Bursary
Helen‘s passion and fire for dance continues in her memory through the Helen Parlor Dance Bursary, now in its second year.
Helen played a crucial role in uplifting the art of dance in Milton Keynes. She paved the way for dance professionals, nurtured the talents of aspiring dancers, utilised the power of the arts to energise communities, and brought incredible performances to Milton Keynes for the enjoyment of the public.
To honour Helen Parlor, this project continues her legacy.
In collaboration with MK Community Foundation and MK City Council, an endowment fund has been established to provide support for dancers and choreographers in Milton Keynes.
Congratulations to the 2025-26 recipient, Lisa Risdale.
The 2025-6 Helen Parlor Dance Bursary will be for £1000.00. To support their development, the recipient will also be offered two x two-hour mentoring sessions from their choice of a pool of successful dance artists, choreographers and producers.
For more information on the announcement click here:
This work has been supported by funding from the following:
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The Helen Parlor Dance Bursary allowed me to bring dancers from around the UK and internationally to Milton Keynes so that people can learn from them at an affordable cost, and also give some for free to those who can’t afford them.
I am grateful for the support because it allowed me to form a group of people based in Milton Keynes who shared similar mindsets and a love for dance.
Kane Walcott - 2024 recipient