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Royal Academy Of Dance's THE FONTEYN Comes To Brazil
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2025

The Royal Academy of Dance has announced that applications are now open for its flagship event The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition which will take place at Auditório Ibirapuera, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Royal Academy of Dance Receives Sir Kenneth MacMillan's Archive
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

The Royal Academy of Dance has received British choreographer Sir Kenneth MacMillan's archive. Sir Kenneth MacMillan (1929-1992) was the leading choreographer of his generation, creating world-renowned ballets.

Layton Williams and Thao Nguyen Join MOVE IT 2025 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

MOVE IT, the world's biggest dance event has announced its next batch of headliners and special guests for 2025's 20th anniversary event which kicks off on 7th March at London's Excel Centre.

Royal Academy Of Dance Reveals Winners Of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024

The Royal Academy of Dance has announced the medallists of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024 final which took place at His Majesty's Theatre in London this evening.

Alexander Campbell Becomes Artistic Director Of Royal Academy Of Dance
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2024

The Royal Academy of Dance has announced Alexander Campbell as its new Artistic Director. Alexander will begin his tenure in April 2024.

Royal Academy Of Dance Launches New Leadership Training Programme
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2023

On 7 December, leading dance education and training organisation Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) launched RAD Leadership Training, a initiative which uses the power and influence of movement to help corporate leaders take their leadership skills to the next level.

Royal Academy Of Dance Reveals Winners Of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2023
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2023

The Royal Academy of Dance has announced the medallists of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2023 final at His Majesty's Theatre in London.

Royal Academy Of Dance Acquires Dancing Times Photographic Archive
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023

Leading dance and teaching organisation Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) has acquired Dancing Times' photographic archive. Learn more about the archive here!

Former Students Allege 'Toxic' Culture at Top Ballet Schools
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 14, 2023

Two of the UK's most prestigious ballet schools have been accused of 'toxic' culture of body-shaming and bullying, according to the BBC.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Reveals Added Artists for Fall Festival 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2023

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park announces the addition of new and rarely seen classical works to their Fall Festival 2023 lineup. Get ready to experience Kenneth MacMillan's Ballade, Gemma Bond's Brain on Fire, and Herman Cornejo's The Apartment. Find out more about these captivating performances and secure your tickets today.

RAD's Prestigious The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition Comes To London UK This October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2023

The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition, also known as The Fonteyn, returns to London from 22-29 October 2023. Witness the pinnacle of ballet achievement as talented young dancers compete for prestigious medals and scholarships. Don't miss this dazzling event for dance, arts, and culture lovers.

The London Cabaret Club Presents KINGS & QUEENS to Celebrate The Coronation Of King Charles III
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023

Pioneering entertainment troupe The London Cabaret Club have announced a series of special shows in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III. 'Kings & Queens' is a production that has been specifically created to compliment this once in a lifetime event.

Eddie Izzard, Tim Minchin, Lea Salonga, and More Will Present at the 2023 Olivier Awards
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2023

Ahead of the ceremony this Sunday (2 April), the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard has announced its line-up of presenters for the event taking place at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Hannah Waddingham.

El film COPPELIA se estrena hoy en cines
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Mar 17, 2023

La película, dirigida por Jeff Tuddor, Steven de Beul y Ben Tesseur, se presentó en el Festival Chorescope

Dame Darcey Bussell DBE Announced as New Chair of the Board at Theatre Royal Plymouth
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2023

Theatre Royal Plymouth has announced that Dame Darcey Bussell DBE will become Chair of their Board of Trustees from 1 April. Darcey will be taking over the position from Nick Buckland OBE who is retiring from TRP's Board after 13 years.

Birmingham Royal Ballet Returns To Wolverhampton Grand Theatre With New BRB2
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2023

Birmingham Royal Ballet has announced the launch of its new company BRB2 which will be visiting Wolverhampton Grand Theatre on Saturday 24 June 2023 as part of its inaugural UK tour with CARLOS ACOSTA'S CLASSICAL SELECTION.

Birmingham Royal Ballet Announces BRB2 Company and UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2023

Birmingham Royal Ballet has announced the launch of its new company BRB2 and its inaugural UK tour in April - June 2023.

The Best Of Royal Opera House Stream Will Kick off 2023
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2022

This New Year, the Royal Opera House will add six new performances to Royal Opera House Stream for audiences around the world to enjoy: The Cellist, Romeo and Juliet and Sylvia from The Royal Ballet; and La traviata, Fidelio and Madama Butterfly from The Royal Opera.

BBC Will Broadcast Animation and Live Action Dance Adaptation of COPPELIA this Winter
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 30, 2022

A new adaptation of Coppélia this winter combines enchanting animation and live action dance in a modern take on the much-loved ballet.

The Beanie Hat Ian McKellen Wears in Each Performance of HAMLET Will Be Auctioned
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2022

The beanie hat Ian McKellen wears in each performance of 'Hamlet' at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival will be auctioned after the show to support a bursary fund bearing his name to help future young dance students at Edinburgh Festival Ballet School.