Female and male student with a microphone dressed as clowns performing didy veldman's toot

Behind the choreography: Didy Veldman’s TooT

Behind the choreography: Didy Veldman’s TooT In 2008, Didy Veldman choreographed a contemporary piece for Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montreal, featuring a cast of 20 clownlike dancers. Sixteen years later, after re-staging for Introdans and Ballet Leipzig, students of The Royal Ballet School will perform the theatrical work for our 2024 Summer Performance season. […]

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What's it like to take a contemporary class with the royal ballet school? An interview with didy veldman

What’s it like to take a contemporary class with The Royal Ballet School? An interview with Didy Veldman

What’s it like to take a contemporary class with The Royal Ballet School? An interview with Didy Veldman Every classically trained dancer needs to have a great comprehension and appreciation of contemporary movement, to understand the importance of being grounded and stable in order to feel release and expansion. It’s an exciting part of our

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In review: the royal ballet school’s 2024 summer performances

In review: The Royal Ballet School’s 2024 Summer Performances

In review: The Royal Ballet School’s 2024 Summer Performances Saturday 6 July marked the final show of our 2024 Summer Performance season on the Royal Opera House main stage, following two stellar performances at the Royal Opera House and five at Opera Holland Park. Each year, our students exceed expectations, bringing energy, passion and immense

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A group students performing remembrance by joshua junker at opera holland park.

Reflecting on our Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park

Reflecting on our Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park We have just wrapped up our annual Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park, performing a selection of new choreographies and classical works. These performances were a resounding success, marking the debuts of some and the final bows of others. We had the pleasure of speaking with

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Three royal ballet school students smiling with joseph sissens

Summer Fair 2024

Summer Fair 2024 One of the most anticipated events of the School year, we held our annual Summer Fair on Saturday 15 June. It was a day brimming with activities, performances, and fun. Nestled in the heart of Richmond Park, our historic White Lodge grounds are usually closed to the public. The Summer Fair is

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The royal ballet school announces its 2024 summer performances 

The Royal Ballet School announces its 2024 Summer Performances 

The Royal Ballet School announces its 2024 Summer Performances  The Royal Ballet School’s Summer Performances are the highlight of the School calendar and a showcase of the extraordinary dedication and passion our students apply to their training throughout the year.  Students from White Lodge and Upper School will showcase their talent in an eight-show season

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