A M P L I T U D E

Inner Ground Dance Company brings a bold new work to life this autumn with A M P L I T U D E,

an ambitious production co-produced with Hall for Cornwall.

Choreography by Emily Alden and Pete Shenton
Choir & Musical Direction by Matthew Thomason.

Performed at St Petroc’s Church, Bodmin, on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th November 2025 at 7.30 pm, this work united

thirty performers – all aged fifty and over – in a powerful combination of live choral music and contemporary dance.

A regional first, A M P L I T U D E shines a spotlight on the creativity, vitality and experience of Cornwall’s mature artists.

Through movement, song and storytelling, it challenges traditional ideas about age and performance,

proving that artistic energy only deepens with time.

A M P L I T U D E transformed the atmospheric interior of St Petroc’s Church, Bodmin, into a living instrument

where voices, bodies and architecture resonated as one.

This was the first major headline event for Inner Ground and marked a milestone as we embarked on the production

of our largest show to date.

Jayne Devlin, co-artistic director of Inner Ground Dance Company, says:

“A M P L I T U D E is about power, connection and presence.

We wanted to create a space where the artistry of mature performers could take centre stage – not as an exception, but as a celebration.”

 Feedback from our performers:

“For me it was a beautiful experience that gave me confidence in myself. It has helped me both mentally and physically in so so many ways”

“I must say I felt both nervous & sometimes overwhelmed at the thought of performing! However once out there I became another being … (well most of the time I think !) Some greater energy & inner being came to light. So all in all it was a very uplifting experience & made me feel happy & very grateful to my fellow dancers for their support & companionship.”

“Gave me confidence in my own dance and to be with others. Emotionally gave me space from what can be a demanding world. After a period of serious ill health, hospitalisation with surgery it gave me an opportunity to gain strength and confidence in myself as a dancer and generally an opportunity to celebrate life.” 

Feedback from our audience:

“You are a complete inspiration…This is artistry, creativity living before my eyes. Congratulations. You give life and hope.”

“Very moving and in the most perfect venue. A triumph.”

“Made me think about connectivity and togetherness …webs of support.”

“Powerful and utterly riveting “ “Magnificent. Congratulations on a wonderful evening” 12 

We are hugely grateful for the support we have received for A M P L I T U D E from Hall for Cornwall, Wildworks and The Minack,

Thank you.