Northern School of Contemporary Dance's 40th Anniversary
Northern School of Contemporary Dance, 98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 4BH
Step inside the Northern School of Contemporary Dance and discover the people, places and stories that have shaped one of the UK's leading contemporary dance institutions.
As part of NSCD's 40th Anniversary celebrations, this special Heritage Open Day offers a unique opportunity to explore our historic Chapeltown site. Including the former 'New Synagogue', now 'Riley Theatre', which has been home to the school since 1987. Visitors will learn about the building's rich heritage, its significance within Leeds' Jewish community, and the school's journey from Harehills Middle School to an internationally recognised centre for dance education.
Explore displays, photographs, archive materials, co-creative artworks and community stories gathered through NSCD's 40th Anniversary Heritage Project 'Kaleidoscope'. Discover memories, from former students, staff, local residents and community groups, revealing how dance, creativity and cultural exchange have connected generations and communities across Leeds.
Whether you have a connection to NSCD, an interest in local history, architecture, dance or community heritage, everyone is welcome!
'Kaleidoscope' is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery Players.
This event was supported by leading family history website, Findmypast, who provided access to their records as part of their sponsorship of ‘Everyday Histories’, the festival theme. Discover your ancestors' stories at findmypast.co.uk
Timings
- Sunday 20 September:
- 1030-1230 & 1330-1530
Location & directions
Northern School of Contemporary Dance, 98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 4BH
- Directions:
- For more information on getting to our venue visit: www.nscd.ac.uk/contact-us/
- Contact on day:
- Alice Boulton-Breeze
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Places for the NSCD 40th Anniversary Heritage Open Day must be booked in advance. We are unable to accept visitors on the day without a pre-booked ticket. Bookings open Monday, 3rd August, 12pm. To receive the booking link and secure your place, please email the Kaleidoscope Project team at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you.
- Booking contact name:
- Alice Boulton-Breeze, Kaleidoscope Project Manager
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking opens:
- 03 Aug 2026 12:00 PM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2026 05:00 PM
Accessibility details
For further access information, please visit: www.nscd.ac.uk/about/building-access-information/
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 30
- Estimated duration:
- 2 hour(s)
