Our Diploma of Dance Teaching 2024 graduates On 10 November, we celebrated the achievements of our 2024 Diploma of Dance Teaching graduates. Completing a rigorous two-year course, this dedicated cohort of 13 have developed the expertise to teach classical ballet at vocational and pre-vocational levels to the highest standard, embodying the values of The Royal […]
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Every student at The Royal Ballet School embarks on a unique journey, one that may lead to joining a company or inspire a new path entirely. Our mission is to nurture these young individuals into well-rounded artists.Â
Iain Mackay, our new Artistic Director, embodies this journey in a remarkable way. From being the only boy in his ballet classes as a child in Scotland to training at the Upper School in London, Iain’s path has come full circle as he returns to the School with a commitment to guiding the next generation of dancers. Recently, he spoke with our Upper School students during a Creative Artist Talk, answering their questions about his time at the School, his career, and his vision as Artistic Director.
From Scotland to Birmingham Royal Ballet, Iain Mackay’s ballet journey Read More »
Our Academic and Pastoral staff at The Royal Ballet School are dedicated to student well-being, continuously learning and implementing new tools and approaches to empower and support students holistically.
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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.
Inside our Autumn Intensive: highlights from Leanne Cope and Sabina Westcombe Read More »
We’re always looking for ways to support and inspire dance teachers, which is why we’re thrilled to host our upcoming Enlighten webinar: Postural Alignment with the Franklin Method. Dance educator Sarah Daultry will dive into a fresh approach to posture, challenging some of the common myths around ‘correct’ alignment and helping teachers explore new ways to guide their students.Â
Reimagining posture in ballet: Sarah Daultry on The Franklin Method® Read More »
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.
Highlights from The Royal Ballet School’s first Inspire Intensive in Australia Read More »
Kate Church attended the School from 1989-1996 before dancing with various ballet companies, including London City Ballet. She later earned a History of Art degree, worked as a print journalist, and transitioned into film and television, where she now works as a freelance producer and director specialising in arts documentaries.Â
Alumni spotlight: Kate Church Read More »
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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This year, we welcomed Adam Keppel as our new Wardrobe Supervisor. Adam plays a pivotal role in shaping the student experience at The Royal Ballet School, from collaborating on student choreography costumes to managing the intricate preparations for our year-end performances.Â
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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
Inspiring young dancers through our Primary Steps programme Read More »
