Upcoming events
Photo: Evan Li, courtesy of RAD
Show Dates
It's finally here!! This term is our show term and we will be performing 'Alice's Adventures', our very own journey through Wonderland, at Medina Theatre on the Sunday 3rd July. All students from our Dance to Your Own Tune class and upwards are invited to take part and there will be two performances on the 3rd July. The technical rehearsal for the show is on Tuesday 28th June and our dress rehearsal is on Thursday 30th June. Both of these rehearsals will take place at Medina Theatre from 4.30pm-8.30pm. We will rehearse the pieces for our younger students first and students in Grade 1 and below will be allowed to leave as soon as their group has rehearsed and finished onstage. Further rehearsal and show details will be emailed at a later date.
Commercial Workshop with Elle
A fun and high energy commercial style workshop aimed at students aged 8+
Peter Rabbit Workshop
With Easter around the corner join guest RAD teacher Megan Harris for a high-energy workshop with a focus on cheeky Peter Rabbit, accompanied by the wonderful soundtrack to Peter Rabbit the movie and Tales of Beatrix Potter the ballet.
Suitable for ages 3-7.
Senior Ballet repetoire
Senior Ballet Repertoire workshop with guest teacher Roberta McClelland.
Learn the beautiful Spanish Doll variation from Coppelia. You will need a fan, or a home-made paper one will do! Click here for a sneak preview of the variation Spanish Doll Variation from Coppelia
Roberta was formerly a Senior Royal Ballet Associate who then went on to train at the English National Ballet School and later the Royal Academy of Dance. She is now a Royal Academy of Dance examiner and also teaches in a variety of settings, such as Arts Educational School and Urdang Academy in London.
Suitable for age 12+
Junior Ballet repertoire
Junior Ballet Repertoire workshop with guest teacher Roberta McClelland. Learn a section of the doll’s mime, inside Dr Coppelius’ workshop, from Act 2 of the ballet Coppelia. Follow this link to see Act 2 of the ballet for yourself. Act 2 Coppelia
Suitable for age 7-11
Roberta was formerly a Senior Royal Ballet Associate who then went on to train at the English National Ballet School and later the Royal Academy of Dance. She is now a Royal Academy of Dance examiner and also teaches in a variety of settings, such as Arts Educational School and Urdang Academy in London.
Roberta was also one of my tutors when I studied at the Royal Academy of Dance and grew up on the Isle of Wight!
Strictly Family Fun
Glitter-ball at the ready for our Strictly Style Family fun workshop with guest teacher, Natalie Relf. Natalie is a graduate of the prestigious Laine Theatre Arts school and has a wealth of experience managing performances for Carnival Cruise Line Entertainment. She will be teaching both a solo and partner basic Salsa for the whole family to get involved in!
Suitable for ages 7+ and all the family is welcome to join in!
We’re Going on a bear hunt
A creative ballet based workshop aimed at students aged 3-7 years.
Lyrical Workshop
Intermediate/Senior Lyrical workshop with guest teacher Lauren Ede.
Lauren trained at Chichester College and Chichester University and is a qualified ISTD teacher. Lauren is a keen Irish dancer and has competed at the World Championships in recent years.
Suitable for ages 11+
Lyrical Workshop
Junior Lyrical workshop with guest teacher Lauren Ede.
Lauren trained at Chichester College and Chichester University and is a qualified ISTD teacher. Lauren is a keen Irish dancer and has competed at the World Championships in recent years.
Suitable for ages 7-10
billionaire boy - musical theatre workshop
Musical Theatre Workshop based on David Walliam’s Billionaire Boy, run by Theatre Works.
For students aged between 5 - 11 years, this workshop promises lots of silliness and fun! Come and join us to learn the song and dance - ‘Bum Fresh!’
princess dress up and dance party
Come and join a Princess Dress-up and Dance Party with VIP host;Cinderella!
Dancing, games and lots of fun for children aged 3-7 years.
Musical Theatre Workshop (with heels)
Aimed at our Senior students (12+), this workshop with Elle Crees will be a great way to kickstart your weekend!
Get in touch to book your space!
Pilates for dancers
Aimed at students aged 10+, this practical workshop will put you through your paces, introducing safe pilates exercises to include in your training, to support your dance classes and technique.
Tik Tok Masterclass
Tik Tok workshop with choreographer and performer Jonathan Mawson, for all students aged 7+
Jonathan is a graduate of Laine Theatre Arts and has performed internationally in music videos, commercials, tv shows and London’s West End.
His workshops come highly rated - this is set to be a super fun session!
creative kids - the tiger that came to tea
A creative ballet based dance workshop for students aged 4-7 years - led by Sally Mitchell
Dance your way through the story of the very hungry tiger who came for a tea party. Explore all of the funny things the tiger does and embody some of his characteristics in your dance movements.
A fun packed workshop which will leave you smiling (and growling) for the rest of the day!
West end workshop
Saturday Night Fever Jazz Workshop with Mike Denman of Denman Theatre.
Guaranteed to leave the room sweating and smiling - jam packed with the best 70’s moves!
“Without a doubt one of the UK’s leading and loved West End stars. With two decades in the industry Mike has enjoyed unrivalled success jumping from one iconic West End show to the next.”
Read more about Mike at www.denmantheatre.com
Age 8+