To mark the 90th anniversary of the Ashington Group, Eliot Smith Dance encompasses the return of Eliot Smith’s most popular dance work, PITMAN.

Experience the world of the Pitmen Painters, the famous amateur art group from Ashington, through powerful and entertaining contemporary dance. With intimate solos, duets and dramatic ensemble dancing the work explores the hopes, dreams and determination of the Ashington Group.

"IMPRESSED BY THE DEPTH OF TECHNIQUE, PRECISION AND ORIGINALITY ON DISPLAY" - NARC.

"CHECK OUT THE EXCELLENT WORK OF ELIOT SMITH DANCE COMPANY" ★★★★★ - Jack the Lad.

Ticket holders will receive a link on 26 December 2024 at 10.00am via email to access the online performance.

Pitman is created with the kind permission of The Ashington Group Trustees and in collaboration with Woodhorn Museum, supported by public funding by Arts Council England, and funding from Northumberland County Council, Friends of ESD, and Anonymous Donors.