JV2 Audition

JV2 October 2025 Cohort Audition 

We will hold an audition for our training programme JV2 (October 2025 – April 2026).
Audition taking place at JV H.O.M.E, Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood Estate, Ashford, Kent TN24 8FN.

Click here to register for the JV2 audition.

JV2 is based in our brand-new building JV H.O.M.E in Ashford, Kent.

It is highly important to us to continue to hold open auditions, ensuring equal opportunities for all but due to limited space, registration is required to attend the audition.

Open audition will take place at JV H.O.M.E, Ashford on Saturday 22nd February 2025 from 10am, with registration starting at 9:30am.

Please bring a printed CV with a headshot on the day. We also recommend bringing kneepads, shoes you are comfortable dancing in and a refillable water bottle.

We look forward to seeing you in the studio.

Please sign up to our mailing list and keep an eye on our social media for updates about auditions.

The Jasmin Vardimon Company Access Fund

We are delighted to announce the launch of our Spacehive Fundraising Campaign – The Jasmin Vardimon Company Access Fund.

Jasmin Vardimon Company is a dance company based at JV H.O.M.E in Ashford, a new creative space, housing research, creation and a multi-disciplinary creative learning programme. We work internationally taking a creative and expressive approach to dance, and bringing world class talent and training opportunities to Kent. Through the access fund, we will provide opportunities within the local community for children, young people and adults who could not otherwise engage, watch, or participate in the arts. This project contributes to providing access to our weekly community classes, holiday intensives, and performances, nurturing aspiration and inspiration in local young people and their families.

What we’ll deliver:

  • Bursary places for children and young people for dance classes and intensives at JV H.O.M.E.
  • Bursary places for JVyoU dancers, Jasmin Vardimon Company’s new youth company.
  • Free taster classes at JV H.O.M.E.
  • Subsidised tickets for Jasmin Vardimon Company performances to support people living in financial difficulty.
  • Evaluation of the project to support future projects and fundraising.

Why it’s a great idea:

Our project will make a positive difference by:
• Improving quality of life for local children, young people, and their families.
• Improving our community offer and reaching new audiences.
• Supporting the development of the Ashford Borough. The project will improve mental wellbeing, community cohesion, fitness, health and confidence in local people. We will work collaboratively to design creative dance sessions that will enable participants the opportunity to engage, watch, or participate in the arts.

 

If you can support via donation or sharing this wonderful campaign, we would be very grateful.

Click here to find out more.

JV2 Audition

JV2 April 2025 Cohort Audition 

We will hold an audition for our training programme JV2 (April 2025 – October 2025).
Audition taking place at JV H.O.M.E, Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood Estate, Ashford, Kent TN24 8FN.

Click here to register for the JV2 audition.

JV2 is based in our brand-new building JV H.O.M.E in Ashford, Kent.

It is highly important to us to continue to hold open auditions, ensuring equal opportunities for all but due to limited space, registration is required to attend the audition.

Open audition will take place at JV H.O.M.E, Ashford on Saturday 5th October from 10am, with registration starting at 9:30am.

Please bring a printed CV with a headshot on the day. We also recommend bringing kneepads and shoes you are comfortable dancing in.

We look forward to seeing you in the studio.

Please sign up to our mailing list and keep an eye on our social media for updates about auditions.

 

Jasmin Vardimon Company announce new production in celebration of its 25th Anniversary Year – ‘NOW’

On Thursday 19th September 2024, Jasmin Vardimon MBE will premiere her new production NOW at the Gulbenkian in Canterbury, Kent, before the Company tours the UK.

Award-winning choreographer Jasmin Vardimon’s creation will reflect the current moment, the present, and the continuous movement of time. Renowned for her uniquely theatrical choreography, interest in contemporary lives and the ever-changing socio-political dynamics, NOW is set to be an enticing and gripping production, where Vardimon uses her distinctive dance theatre and creative approach to tell a story of our time.

With a remarkable international cast of performers, incredibly thought-provoking choreography and iconic moments from the Company repertoire, NOW will celebrate the beauty of imagination and art.

NOW is co-commissioned by Sadler’s Wells London, Kent County Council, and the Institute of Cultural and Creative Industries, University of Kent. Jasmin Vardimon has been an Associate Artist for Sadler’s Wells and the iCCi for many years and the relationships have continued to develop through the creation, premieres and performances of Jasmin’s critically acclaimed works.

The premiere of NOW will take place at the Gulbenkian, Canterbury, Kent on Thursday 19th September 2024, with further performances on the 20th & 21st of September. After these performances, the production will go on to tour around the UK: starting at the Northcott in Exeter on 24th September, DanceEast in Ipswich on 26th, 27th & 28th September, Connaught Theatre in Worthing on 1st October, Lawrence Batley in Huddersfield on 4th October, Theatre Severn in Shropshire on 8th October, Nottingham Playhouse on 11th October, His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen on 19th October, and Aberystwyth Arts Centre on 23rd & 24th October. The Company will continue to tour NOW in 2025 around the UK including some London dates. The Company are excited to bring the creation to audiences far and wide with more dates to be announced soon.

The 25th Anniversary year of the Company has already been momentous with the UK tour of ALiCE in January, the launch of JVyoU, a Youth Company, a brand-new website for the company, the continuing success of the purpose-built JV H.O.M.E in Ashford, and the creation and premiere of NOW. The company is also set to tour internationally with a first visit to China in August.

Tour dates can be found and booked here. 

Jasmin Vardimon choreographs Carmen at Glyndebourne Festival 2024

In May, June & August 2024, 6 Company dancers and JV2 graduates will be performing new choreography by Jasmin Vardimon MBE at the Glyndebourne Festival. Bizet’s ‘Carmen’ directed by Diane Paulus features fierce choreography by Jasmin Vardimon MBE.

The Company dancers will be performing from 16 May – 17 June & from 1 August to 24 August 2024. For more information or to purchase tickets, please click here. 

 

Welcoming in the 25th Anniversary year of the Jasmin Vardimon Company

The Jasmin Vardimon Company is celebrating its 25th Anniversary year and the first year of JV H.O.M.E., its purpose-built building – the only building for a choreographer outside of London.

 

Jasmin Vardimon MBE is a leading force in British dance theatre and has built her distinctive trademark through her unique theatrical approach, creative observation, and socio-political thematic interest. Over the past 25 years, there have been hundreds of performances, 17 company productions, numerous commissions for reputable venues, companies, and organisations, and 13 JV2 cohorts – the Professional Development Diploma that launched in 2012. The company’s vision of nurturing talent and potential has been at the heart of what we do and has led to a large amount of educational and community projects.

Jasmin Vardimon speaks on the anniversary and its achievements “Now after a whole year in JV H.O.M.E, I’m delighted to continue to share more unique artistic opportunities and experiences with our audiences and community. To nurture, develop, and inspire through the art of dance”.

ALiCE, Jasmin Vardimon’s latest production, will be performed on Friday 8th, and Saturday 9th December 2023 at JV H.O.M.E. Ashford, Kent. ALiCE has been heavily praised for its extreme physicality, thematic visuals, and kinetic scenery. North West End gave ALiCE a 5-star review with a highlight of the ‘arresting images and thought-provoking choreography’.

Following the Saturday performance of ALiCE, there will be a Creative Minds Symposium taking place on Saturday at 4:30 pm where you are invited to join and listen to a panel of leading thinkers, contemporary philosophers, and creative minds to analyse, respond to, and debate the critically acclaimed production.

ALiCE will tour around venues in the UK in January 2024 – Connaught Theatre in Worthing, Richard Burton Theatre, Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield, DanceEast in Ipswich, and Taliesin Arts Centre in Swansea – before touring internationally later in the year. Booking links for all performances can be found on the Jasmin Vardimon website. (jasminvardimon.com)

The December performances of ALiCE will take place in JV H.O.M.E., the Company’s purpose-built building in Ashford, Kent that opened to the public exactly a year ago. Jasmin Vardimon and the team of staff and dancers are all very proud to call this spectacular building their home of creativity.

JV H.O.M.E. is a huge achievement, with it being the only building built for a choreographer-led organisation, outside of London. The building is supported by the Arts Council England, SELEP, and Ashford Borough Council, Kent County Council. Alison Tedbury, Executive Director speaks on the achievements, ‘the work we do would not be possible without the generous support of Arts Council England, various trusts & foundations, and corporate partnerships.

With a new year comes a new company and a new production.
JVyoU is a Company launching in January 2024 for young people aged between 12 – 18 years old to nurture their creativity.

The Jasmin Vardimon Company will premiere a new production in 2024 to celebrate the Company’s 25th Anniversary year. Jasmin will use her distinctive observations and theatrical approach to convey a story of our times, the production will integrate new technology and robotics. Dates, venues, and more information to be announced soon…

The Jasmin Vardimon Company invites you all to join us in celebrating the achievements and creativity curated over the past 25 years and to look forward to all that is to come.

ALiCE – a critically-acclaimed stage adaptation of Alice in Wonderland – touring the UK

The Jasmin Vardimon Company will be taking ‘ALiCE’ around the UK this January.

Award-winning choreographer Jasmin Vardimon’s creation is a re-imagining of the ground-breaking classic Alice in Wonderland, and promises a sensory feast of arresting images, powerful performers and striking kinetic scenery. This performance has a parental advisory in place as the piece contains some adult themes and is advised for children aged seven and over.

On Tuesday 16th January, ALiCE will be at Connaught Theatre in Worthing, Friday 19th & Saturday 20th January ALiCE will be taking to the Richard Burton Theatre stage at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Dance, Wales. On the 23rd & 24th of January, the Jasmin Vardimon Company will be performing in Huddersfield at the Lawrence Batley Theatre and then moving over to DanceEast, Ipswich, on Friday 26th & Saturday 27th January. The Final stop on the January UK tour is at Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea on Tuesday 30th & Wednesday 31st January 2024.

‘ALiCE’ tells the story of a woman, or perhaps a child, unsure of her identity or where she is going. Escaping and exploring, discovering the powers within her changing body. The world around her is different, curious, and compelling – at times absolutely bonkers!

“We see time, choices, regrets, politics, love, loss – all the stuff of life played out with agency and consequences.” said the Guardian.

ALiCE is not one to miss and the Jasmin Vardimon Company looks forward to welcoming you to the amazing UK venues to witness its magic. Jasmin Vardimon MBE is renowned for her uniquely theatrical choreographic and directorial style combining physical theatre, quirky characterisation, innovative technologies, text, and dance.

The Jasmin Vardimon Company is looking forward to performing for the audiences and hopes that they step into the curiosity of ALiCE and all that it brings to the stage. It tells a different story with each chapter and explores life stages with each turn. Let time stand still and enjoy the magic of ALiCE!

JVyoU

JVyoU – a new company for young dancers aged 12-18 – will launch in January 2024!

The Jasmin Vardimon Company is looking for creative young dancers to join JVyoU – a new company for young dancers aged 12-18. JVyoU will train at the new purpose-built JV H.O.M.E in Ashford on Saturdays from 1:30pm – 4:30pm term-time only.

Why JVyoU? 
Jasmin Vardimon MBE, the first Artistic Director of the National Youth Dance Company (NYDC) and developer of their programme, decided to launch a new Youth Company, in our Company home in Kent – JVyoU.

The JVyoU Company, following Jasmin’s method, will develop technical, creative and performance skills, working with professional Jasmin Vardimon Company dancers and collaborators, aiming to inspire creative development.

These young dancers will be supported to develop their own creative voice through dance and theatrical skills, and have many performance and collaboration opportunities within the wider industry and sector.

JVyoU – nurturing you and your creativity. 

£150 per season
Season 1 runs January – March 2024
Please note, there are three seasons per calendar year
Limited bursaries available

Jasmin Vardimon Company & JV2 Auditions

Jasmin Vardimon Company & JV2 Audition

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We are looking for versatile dancers with strong technique and theatrical ability to join Jasmin’s new creation. Contract from February 2024.

Click here to register for the Company audition.

At the same time, we will hold a final audition for our training programme JV2 (April-September 2024).

Click here to register for the JV2 audition.

If you would like to audition for both professional company and JV2, please ensure you fill both registration forms.

The company & JV2 are both based in our brand-new building JV H.O.M.E in Ashford, Kent.

It is highly important to us to continue to hold open auditions, ensuring equal opportunities for all.

 

Open audition will take place in JV H.O.M.E on Saturday 28th October 10am – 6pm, registration starting at 9:30am.

Dancers selected from this stage for the professional company, will be invited to a second stage audition on Sunday 29th October.

Please bring a printed CV with a headshot on the day. We also recommend bringing kneepads and shoes you are comfortable dancing in.

Address:
JV H.O.M.E, Creative Enterprise Quarter,
Javelin Way, Ashford, Kent
TN24 8FN

We look forward to seeing you in the studio.

Please sign up to our mailing list and keep an eye on our social media for updates about auditions

Honorary Ambassador of Ashford Award for Jasmin Vardimon MBE

Ashford Borough Council established an Honorary Ambassador of Ashford Award Scheme to recognise and honour individuals who have made or are making a significant contribution to the development, wellbeing, strength and/or civic dignity of the borough of Ashford.

This month the Mayor of Ashford, Cllr Larry Krause, had the pleasure of presenting two new recipients with this prestigious honour – Jasmin Vardimon MBE and Mr Doodle.

The award was presented to internationally known Jasmin Vardimon MBE who has a truly inspiring career covering world tours, multiple educational programmes, expert staff (on and off stage) and an MBE for services to the arts. This award acknowledges and celebrates how Jasmin Vardimon uses her talent and profile to locally, nationally and internationally attract world class artists to the borough. The award presentation took place in the new Jasmin Vardimon creative studio, which is already establishing itself as a flagship centre of dance in the UK.

The Mayor of Ashford, Cllr Larry Krause, said of Jasmin Vardimon: “Presenting this award to Jasmin Vardimon was a great honour, to celebrate her incredible talent, creative mind and ambition. Over the past 13 years Jasmin Vardimon has called Ashford home, she has been ensuring others get to explore and harness their own unique skills and to change the world in which they live, culturally, whether that be in a small or large way.”

Jasmin Vardimon was honoured in receiving this award and hopes to continue her involvement in developing the opportunities in Ashford. Jasmin said “Now that our home is built in Ashford, our commitment and dedication to our local community has grown deeper with an expanding range of opportunities to take part in, and I look forward to developing these further more in years to come”.

Photo credit: Jasmin Vardimon Company

Press release: Ashford Borough Council