£100,000 boost for Swindon Dance in latest round of Arts Council funding

There is good news for Swindon Dance in the latest round of Arts Council England's Capital Investment Programme.

The Regent Circus based organisation, whose classes and events have nurtured many dance careers, will receive £100,000 to improve the on-site experience for all users.
Projects will include new changing rooms, accessible facilities and refurbished stairways and studios, providing a more comfortable and environmentally sustainable space for staff and students alike.
Arts Council England says that by investing in the building's future, people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities can access high-quality dance provision in their area.
The first round of funding included a grant for Swindon's Create Studios, helping to equip the organisation with state-of-the-art technologies and expand its reach in the community.
Darren Henley, Chief Executive at Arts Council England said: “This infrastructure investment will help a whole range of different cultural organisations across England to flourish, increasing opportunities for people to enjoy creatively excellent cultural events close to where they live. 

"It’s particularly important that we’re making this happen in communities where cultural investment has historically been low."
Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay, Minister for Arts, Heritage and Libraries said: “Cultural venues enrich our lives, and it’s vital that their infrastructure matches the excellence of the creative work that goes on inside them.
"Our funding is helping both to create new venues and to adapt existing ones to make them more accessible, helping to deliver the Government’s plan to make sure that everyone, no matter where they live or what their background, has access to excellent, life-changing cultural opportunities.”
Phil Gibby, South West Area Director, Arts Council England, said: “We are thrilled to be investing over £2.7 million in ten organisations, unlocking creative potential throughout the South West.  It's not just bricks and mortar - with better buildings comes improved accessibility, new technology and a reduced environmental footprint. This public funding comes at a crucial time and matters more than ever to staff, volunteers and visitors. We can't wait to see plans take shape.”