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100 years of The Royal Ballet School
In 2026, The Royal Ballet School celebrates 100 years of nurturing the next generation. With a legacy built on excellence, and a future focused on expanding opportunity and access, The Royal Ballet School remains at the forefront of shaping the next century of classical ballet.
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100 stories - Anthony Dowell and Antoinette Sibley
Today, we share the story of Anthony Dowell and Antoinette Sibley, a celebrated Principal partnership in The Royal Ballet.
100 stories: Arnold Haskell
Today, we share the story of Arnold Haskell, the first appointed Director of The Royal Ballet School.
The evolution of The Royal Ballet School crest
The crest is one of the most recognisable symbols of The Royal Ballet School, but what does it really represent? In honour of our centenary, we are reflecting on the evolution of the School’s Coat of Arms over the past decades.
100 stories: Lauren Cuthbertson
Today, we share the story of alum Lauren Cuthbertson, now Guest Principal Artist of The Royal Ballet and current student of our Diploma of Dance Teaching, and how she has come full circle through the ecosystem of the School.
100 stories: Lesley Collier
Today, we share the story of former Principal and rèpetiteur at The Royal Ballet Lesley Collier CBE.
Centenary publication
An eye-catching publication showcasing the evolution of The Royal Ballet School over the last 100 years, featuring 60 pages of exclusive interviews, photos and timelines.
100 stories: Yaoqian Shang
Today, we share the story of alum, Yaoqian Shang, Principal dancer with Birmingham Royal Ballet.
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Limited-edition centenary dancewear collection now available
Centenary clothing launch
Celebrate 100 years of The Royal Ballet School in style with our limited-edition centenary clothing collection, featuring photographs by acclaimed photographer Robbie Lawrence and our exclusive centenary branding. Whether your style is bright and playful or more minimalistic, this range has options for all so you can show your support for the School with pride.
100 stories: Dr Susie Cooper
Today, we share the story of Dr Susie Cooper, former Choreography Tutor at the School and former dancer with Ballet Rambert and Scottish Ballet.
100 stories: Choreography at the School
Today, we share the important part that choreography plays in the School's story.
100 stories: Iain Mackay
Today, we share the story of Artistic Director of The Royal Ballet School, Iain Mackay.
100 stories: Baroness Deborah Bull CBE
Today, we share the story of alum and former Royal Ballet Principal dancer Baroness Deborah Bull CBE.
Past, present, future: the School announce a series of insight events to open centenary year
We are excited to kick off our public centenary celebrations with three insight days exploring the past, present and future of the School.
100 stories: Charlotte Edmonds
Today, we share the story of alum Charlotte Edmonds, dancer, choreographer and director.
100 stories: Kenneth Olumuyiwa Tharp
Today, we share the story of Kenneth Olumuyiwa Tharp, performer, choreographer, teacher and director.
2026 centenary calendar
Celebrate 100 years of the The Royal Ballet School with our limited-edition 2026 centenary wall calendar.