The Royal Ballet School is deeply saddened to learn that Dr Susan (Susie) Cooper, former student and Choreography Tutor at the School, has died after a brief illness.
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We are excited to announce that Kevin Emerton, dancer of The Royal Ballet and alumnus of the School, will join The Royal Ballet School in January as Pre-professional Year Ballet Teacher.
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As part of The Royal Ballet School’s commitment to prioritising student development and well-being, Artistic Director Iain Mackay will implement a new assessment process for White Lodge Foundation Programme students.
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Celebrating 10 years of Christopher Powney’s artistic directorship On 19 September, staff, supporters, and friends gathered at The Royal Ballet School to celebrate the remarkable tenure of Christopher Powney, who served as Artistic Director of the School from 2014 to 2024. The event paid tribute to his decade of visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and passion
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Natasha Kaplinsky OBE announced as Chair of The Royal Ballet School We are delighted to announce broadcaster and journalist Natasha Kaplinsky OBE will become Chair of The Royal Ballet School on 1 October 2024. She will succeed Anna Birkett, who has served as Interim Chairman since January 2024. Previously, the role was held by Christopher
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Nicola Gaines (1955 – 2024) The Royal Ballet School is deeply saddened to hear that Nicola Gaines, an Associate Teacher at the School and renowned expert in Early Dance, has died. Nicola Gaines was a luminary in the field of historical dance whose contributions have left an immense mark on both students and colleagues. A graduate
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Some changes for the 24/25 School year Next week, we will welcome our students back to the School, many of them new students. Our staff have enjoyed coming together this Inset week to prepare for the new term. We announce some changes to our Executive Leadership and Artistic teams for the 24/25 academic year. Executive
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Changes to The Royal Ballet School’s auditions The Royal Ballet School will open applications for full-time and Mid, Senior and Advanced Associate training programmes on Tuesday 3 September. Following a review of the audition process, there will be some changes to The Royal Ballet School’s audition applications for the 2025/26 academic year. As one of
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The Royal Ballet School announces special project in collaboration with The Australian Ballet School We’re thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration with The Australian Ballet School to bring The Royal Ballet School’s renowned dance teacher training to Australia later this year. From 29 September to 3 October 2024, The Royal Ballet School will deliver Inspire,
Barbara Fewster (1928 – 2024) Barbara Fewster (born 4 Sept 1928 – died 4 July 2024) The Royal Ballet School is deeply saddened to learn that Barbara Fewster, former Ballet Principal and Associate Director of the School, has died, aged 95. An English dancer and renowned teacher, Barbara Fewster began her ballet training as a
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