Speak_Up_And_Dance

Speak Up & Dance was founded by a group of friends in November 2025 in memory of their dancefloor brother, Stuart Shone, who tragically took his own life in April 2021.

The aim is to bring people together through a shared love of music – predominantly house - creating a non-toxic, welcoming dance floor where love, hope and connection can be experienced by everyone.

By creating this space, we hope those struggling with their mental health feel encouraged to speak up, dance, and feel seen and supported. If just one person chooses the dance floor over isolation or suicide, we’ve achieved something meaningful.

We are a completely non-profit collective, running Bristol club nights where our DJs – both SU&D residents and guests from across the UK – give their time free of charge. Funds are raised through donations at events and through our fundraising partner, Music for Walking, which releases weekly DJ mixes on Soundcloud to help promote exercise and support mental health.