A Creative Artist talk from Leanne Benjamin We were delighted to have Leanne Benjamin deliver a Creative Artist talk on Tuesday 22 February. Leanne was interviewed by two of our students before a captivated audience of students and staff at Upper School. Leanne Benjamin joined The Royal Ballet School at 16, winning both the Adeline […]
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In conversation with Didy Veldman We welcomed Didy Veldman to the School in September as Contemporary Programme Manager. We were excited to hear more about her previous work and how she felt about her new role. It’s wonderful to have you at the School! How do you feel about your role here? I’m honoured to be part
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Workshops for our Associate students Last week we hosted several workshops for our Associate students. The workshops were held at Upper School and gave our Junior, Senior and Advanced Associates an exciting opportunity to attend the School and enhance their training with some new experiences. Â New Adventures and audition preparation On Monday 14 February
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Enabling students to thrive A piece by Karen Berry, Senior Teacher Training Manager at The Royal Ballet School Since its inception, The Royal Ballet School has produced exceptional young dancers and choreographers. Our students are renowned for being in great demand: directors know when they employ our graduates, they gain highly-skilled, dynamic, and versatile artists.
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The School launches new Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme This week we launched our new Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme with three launch events. Members of the press and dance industry professionals were invited to learn the details of the programme, hear from some of the programme’s students and ambassadors, and ask questions. The events
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Students awarded the E. John Busser Scholarship We are very proud to announce that the E. John Busser Scholarship has been awarded to four of our students this year: Maia Rose Roberts, Emile Gooding, Rebecca Stewart and Chaeyeon Kang. Supporting the next generation of dancers The E. John Busser Scholarship was created to recognise and
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In conversation with José Carayol In September José Carayol joined the School as Artistic Manager of the Foundation Programme at White Lodge. We’re delighted that he took the time to share some of his insights with us here. It’s wonderful to have you here at the School! How do you feel about your appointment? I’m
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National Apprenticeship Week 2022 This week is National Apprenticeship Week, an annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships that takes place across England. It celebrates the positive impact that apprenticeships bring to employers, individuals, and the economy. The Royal Ballet School has a number of apprentices who are an integral part of our team, bringing immense value
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Primary Steps extends to Wales The Royal Ballet School, in partnership with Rubicon Dance, are thrilled to announce the launch of a new Primary Steps centre in Cardiff. The first centre in Wales, this partnership will bring the Primary Steps programme to six new schools, in addition to the 28 participating schools across England. Weekly
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In conversation with Zenaida Yanowsky In September we welcomed Zenaida Yanowsky to the School as Coach for the Pre-professional Programme. We asked her a few questions about her experience. It’s wonderful to have you here at the School! How do you feel about teaching here? On a personal level, it’s always a joy when you
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