Two people in a dimly lit room; one person is sitting or kneeling and appears to be assisting or observing, whilst the other bends backwards dramatically during what seems to be a dance or movement practice.
A sunlit living and dining room with wooden furniture, bookshelves, framed pictures on white walls, and a mix of chairs around a dining table. Light streams in from a glass door leading outside.
A cosy covered patio with cushioned seating, a wooden table, and chairs, overlooking a green garden. Sunlight brightens the space, and decorative cushions add a colourful, inviting touch.
Four dancers, each in unique expressive poses, rehearse in a studio with mirrored walls, wooden barres, and jackets hanging in the background. Sunlight streams in from above, illuminating the energetic scene.
A person stands on a wooden stage in front of seated audience members, speaking or presenting. The room has black curtains, a screen at the back, and wooden walls.
A cosy bedroom with a single bed, white bedding, and patterned blanket. There are wooden-framed windows, a wooden bedside table, shelves, and natural light streaming in, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
A cosy attic room with a sloped wooden ceiling, skylight, sofa with striped cushions, coffee table, armchair, and bed with a pink blanket; curtains partially divide the sleeping area. Warm natural light fills the space.

Shawbrook Residential

  • Family friendly
  • Free to visit
  • Rainy days

Dance centre of excellence nurturing creativity and artistic talent.

Shawbrook Residential is a contemporary dance and creative arts centre in County Longford, dedicated to performance, artistic development, and immersive residency programmes.

What You’ll Find

  • Professional dance training and workshops
  • Live performances and showcases
  • Rural on-site accommodation for residents

Good To Know

  • Located in rural Longford countryside
  • Residential stays available for artists

Shawbrook Residential is a leading centre for contemporary dance and creativity — offering space, time, and inspiration for artists to develop and perform in a unique Longford setting.

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Events & Programmes
  • Creative Space residencies
  • Performance showcases and events
  • Seasonal artistic development programmes
  • Cultural exchange initiatives
  • Visiting artist opportunities