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Inside the studio: Julia Ellis on preparing for auditions and our Associate Programme

Inside the studio: Julia Ellis on preparing for auditions and our Associate Programme Auditions to The Royal Ballet School are currently open, and there’s much to think about. Whether you’re considering auditioning for full-time training or our Associate Programme, auditioning can be an intimidating process. At the School, we want to make your audition process […]

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Inset 2024 

INSET 2024 

INSET 2024  Before welcoming our students back for the start of the academic year, our staff engaged in diverse training sessions during our annual INSET week. Last Thursday, the entire team gathered at White Lodge for a full day of professional development and collaboration.  Introducing the new year  The day commenced with an introduction from

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Celebrating one year of Digital Members, what our Members had to say 

Celebrating one year of Digital Members, what our Members had to say  Last year, we launched our Digital Members programme to broaden access to the ways our supporters can be involved in the School. Over the past year, we’ve welcomed Members from over 15 countries and held three online events at White Lodge and Upper

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Back to the studio: insights from three dance schools using primary steps on demand 

Back to the studio: Insights from three dance schools using Primary Steps on Demand 

Back to the studio: Insights from three dance schools using Primary Steps on Demand  As the new school year approaches in September, dance educators prepare to welcome their students back to the studio. Our online learning platform, Primary Steps on Demand (PSOD), has proven invaluable in this process. Primary Steps on Demand offers a flexible

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10 ways to maintain your dance practice over the summer holidays 

10 ways to maintain your dance practice over the summer holidays 

10 ways to maintain your dance practice over the summer holidays  After the summer holidays, we might feel anxious about getting back into the dance studio and wonder if we’re ready to return. By incorporating healthy habits to maintain our dance practice during the holidays, we can stay on track and improve our skills while

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New chapters in amsterdam and london: q&a with graduates joseph, rebecca, and emile on their next steps 

New chapters in Amsterdam and London: Q&A with graduates Joseph, Rebecca, and Emile on their next steps 

New chapters in Amsterdam and London: Q&A with graduates Joseph, Rebecca, and Emile on their next steps  In 2024, 24 graduates of The Royal Ballet School will join leading ballet companies worldwide, fulfilling their long-awaited dreams of becoming professional dancers.  Following their final bows as students on the Royal Opera House stage, our graduates will

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In conversation with ashley page and gemma bond: insights on their summer performance pieces

In conversation with Ashley Page and Gemma Bond: insights on their Summer Performance pieces

In conversation with Ashley Page and Gemma Bond: insights on their Summer Performance pieces This year at our annual Summer Performances, we were delighted to welcome alumni and renowned choreographers Ashley Page and Gemma Bond to work with students on two new creations. We spoke to them about their work and the creation process. Ashley

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A photo of gretchen ward warren's book, the art of teaching ballet, next to a photo of herself.

In conversation with Gretchen Ward Warren – what makes a good ballet teacher?

In conversation with Gretchen Ward Warren – what makes a good ballet teacher? We were thrilled to welcome Gretchen Ward Warren, an esteemed alumna and renowned ballet expert, to speak to our Diploma of Dance Teaching students. The author of two iconic ballet books with a new one just released, she shared her rich history

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