This October, we hosted our annual Autumn Intensive, welcoming young dancers for a one-day immersive experience exploring the art of performance and dynamics, and stagecraft using repertoire from Giselle. Â
We caught up with two of our teachers from the Intensive, Leanne Cope and Sabina Westcombe, to get their reflections.
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Members of our Training & Access Team have been sharing their expertise with dance educators worldwide, most recently hosting our Inspire teacher training seminars in Melbourne, Australia.
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At The Royal Ballet School, we believe every child should have access to the arts. That’s why we created our Primary Steps programme. With support from the Department for Education, we offer a joyful introduction to dance to students across the UK who might not otherwise have the opportunity. Each year, we stage demonstrations and workshops at our partner primary schools, inviting students to participate and discover the magic of ballet.Â
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The Royal Ballet School’s guide to audition preparation With applications now open for our next cohort of students, we’re excited to welcome aspiring dancers to showcase their passion and potential for classical ballet. Auditions can often feel daunting and nerve-wracking, but they’re also a wonderful opportunity to showcase your love for ballet to an audience
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Dance teachers: what you need to know about our auditions Last week, we held two webinars for over 150 dance teachers worldwide to learn more about The Royal Ballet School’s auditions. The webinars, led by Mark Annear, Director of Training & Access, and Kim Sheard, Auditions and Admissions Manager, delved into various aspects of the
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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 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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Our 2024 Summer Intensive, from a student perspective Over the past five weeks, from July 9 to August 9, the School has hosted aspiring young dancers from around the globe at our White Lodge and Upper School studios for this year’s Summer Intensive. The Summer Intensive is designed to introduce dancers to The Royal Ballet
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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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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
