Gailene Stock CBE AM, much admired Director of The Royal Ballet School, died on Tuesday 29 April peacefully at home after a courageous fight against cancer. Most beloved wife of Gary and devoted mother of Lisa. An exceptional dancer and teacher, loved by so many and an inspiration to even more. 

The family will be holding a private funeral for Gailene, however there will be a Service of Thanksgiving on Friday 13 June (midday), St Paul’s Church, Covent Garden, WC2E 9ED.

Please register your attendance by emailing: [email protected].

No flowers please – please send donations, if desired, to The Royal Ballet School (Reg Charity No: 214364) or Cancer Research UK (Reg Charity No: 1089464). These can be sent to The School Secretary, The Royal Ballet School, 46 Floral Street, London WC2E 9DA (020 7845 7081). Donations for the School can also be made online using our payments form.