Jo (she/they)  is a queer, non-binary dance artist based in Scotland, currently looking for opportunities for freelance work, collaborative projects and teaching. 

 

Jo trained for three years at Dance Studio Scotland in Glasgow before completing her final year at The Scottish School of Contemporary Dance (The Space) in Dundee, graduating in 2024 with a BA Honours degree.

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So far, since graduating, Jo has been working as Engagement Dance Artist for acclaimed dance company, Shaper/Caper, was a member of Dance Base's 'Dancer's Emerging Bursary Scheme' (DEBS) for 2024-2025 and has recently completed a collaborative, interdisciplinary residency at Birnam Arts Centre in partnership with New Media Artist, Lyra Sands.

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​Currently, Jo's primary interests and focuses of their practice are: interdisciplinary projects, site-specific and outdoor work, screendance, community and participatory dance, and methods of making dance accessible for all.

 

With a previous BSc degree in Zoology and a background working in wildife conservation, Jo also maintains her keen interest in nature and the environment, with a desire to incorporate her passion and knowledge in these areas into her artistic practice.