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D.A.S.H

DASH stands for dancing ash and refers to an intellectual and musical community in the North East of England based around the teachings of Bryan 'Chas' Chandler of the Animals. Chas started a movement for dance and introspection after touring Jimi Hendrix around the UK in 1966 and 1967. Although Chas himself quickly took a backseat to pursue other commercial interests, DASH as an open collective remained as an integral part of youth culture in Newcastle.

Today DASH is led by four icons of Newcastle, Sarah Hewitt, Emma 'Robbo' Robinson, Katie Buller and Dan 'Bosswell' Horlock. They promote movement and hedonism for local patrons such as the 'Head of Steam' and 'Central' as well as more commercial venues such as 'Digital'.

The movement is sponsored by local contributors including IKEA, the British Pension Service and International House, however, Katie Buller continues as an independent.

DASH met less often than in the past but continue to exchange ideas on the future of fun.