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Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic released in cinemas for the first time
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27 Jun 24

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic released in cinemas for the first time

Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s dance version of Tim Burton’s classic, has been filmed for the big screen and will be released in cinemas.

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English National Ballet today announces promotions and new joiners for the 2024-2025 season

10 Jul 24

English National Ballet today announces promotions and new joiners for the 2024-2025 season

The Artistic Director of English National Ballet, has announced promotions within the Company, new joiners for the 2024-2025 season and those leaving.

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10 Jul 24

Dancing Dialogues – Latest news from the project

Dancing Dialogues is networking research with traditional, folk and national dance groups of all cultural identities.

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"Ballet is the passion of my life - I just feel free"  Meet the inspirational 92 year old ballet student

08 Jul 24

"Ballet is the passion of my life - I just feel free"  Meet the inspirational 92 year old ballet student

Sheila Wedgwood, 92, is celebrating her twenty-seventh consecutive year studying ballet at Morley College London.

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The National Ballet of Canada presents Frontiers: Choreographers of Canada

04 Jul 24

The National Ballet of Canada presents Frontiers: Choreographers of Canada

This triple bill includes works by three choreographers from Canada: Crystal Pite’s Angels’ Atlas, Emma Portner’s islands and James Kudelka’s Passion.

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National Dance Company Wales will tour a new life-affirming double bill this Autumn

03 Jul 24

National Dance Company Wales will tour a new life-affirming double bill this Autumn

Following sell out performances across Europe this Spring, National Dance Company Wales returns to UK stages with a double bill of dynamic dance.

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Joint Associate Artist – Swindon Dance & Pavilion Dance South West

26 Jun 24

Joint Associate Artist – Swindon Dance & Pavilion Dance South West

Swindon Dance & Pavilion Dance South West announce the appointment of South West dance artist Sean Moss as their Joint Associate Artist for 2024-26.

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Sadler’s Wells and Universal Music UK announce major new touring dance production of Pete Townshend’s Quadrophenia for 2025 plus return of The Rite of Spring and more

26 Jun 24

Sadler’s Wells and Universal Music UK announce major new touring dance production of Pete Townshend’s Quadrophenia for 2025 plus return of The Rite of Spring and more

Sadler’s Wells and Universal Music UK announce major new touring dance production of Pete Townshend’s Quadrophenia, and return of The Rite of Spring.

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Fostering a Sense of Belonging with Adolescent Dancers at New Adventures Cygnet School - Angela Pickard

24 Jun 24

Fostering a Sense of Belonging with Adolescent Dancers at New Adventures Cygnet School - Angela Pickard

Professor Angela Pickard has undertaken a three-year, longitudinal evaluation of New Adventures Cygnet School.

Dance News, Children, Young People and Education
balletLORENT's 16+ Snow White: The Sacrifice gets Newcastle premiere this Halloween. There's a family friendly version too

21 Jun 24

balletLORENT's 16+ Snow White: The Sacrifice gets Newcastle premiere this Halloween. There's a family friendly version too

This autumn, dance theatre company balletLORENT is bringing back the classic fairytale Snow White to Northern Stage.

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Sonia Sabri: Embracing Light and Darkness through Kathak

20 Jun 24

Sonia Sabri: Embracing Light and Darkness through Kathak

Writer of Reclamation Magazine, Aishwarya Viswamitra tells the biography of Sonia Sabri's journey into Kathak Dance.

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The Place announces its 2024 autumn season

18 Jun 24

The Place announces its 2024 autumn season

Celebrating the riches of dance in its many forms.

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Iain Mackay appointed as Artistic Director of The Royal Ballet School

18 Jun 24

Iain Mackay appointed as Artistic Director of The Royal Ballet School

The Royal Ballet School announces the appointment of Iain Mackay as its next Artistic Director following an extensive international search.

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Extraordinary work in the dance sector is recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List 2024

17 Jun 24

Extraordinary work in the dance sector is recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List 2024

Extraordinary work in dance and culture is recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List 2024

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Elmhurst Ballet School announces its 2024 summer performances

14 Jun 24

Elmhurst Ballet School announces its 2024 summer performances

The shows mark the 20th anniversary of the relocation of Elmhurst Ballet School from Camberley, Surrey to Birmingham.

Dance News, Children, Young People and Education
Philharmonia Orchestra announces Vidya Patel as Artist in Residence for the 24/25 Season

14 Jun 24

Philharmonia Orchestra announces Vidya Patel as Artist in Residence for the 24/25 Season

Vidya will be working with the Philharmonia and a group of musicians over the next 12 months to develop a new project.

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The UK premiere tour of Qudus Onikeku and The QDance Company’s dazzling Re:INCARNATION

12 Jun 24

The UK premiere tour of Qudus Onikeku and The QDance Company’s dazzling Re:INCARNATION

The creative dance energy of Nigerian mega-city Lagos hits UK stages.

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This Summer Protein presents award-winning There and Here and the third chapter of Woolwich based promenade En Route

11 Jun 24

This Summer Protein presents award-winning There and Here and the third chapter of Woolwich based promenade En Route

Luca Silvestrini’s award-winning Protein continues its celebrated work with refugees and people seeking asylum.

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Dance Umbrella Announces Full Programme 9-31 October 2024

11 Jun 24

Dance Umbrella Announces Full Programme 9-31 October 2024

Dance Umbrella is delighted to announce the full 2024 festival programme taking place across London, and online, from 9 - 31 October.

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When is it no longer acceptable to dance? Yorkshire Dance’s Ageless Festival continues to push boundaries

11 Jun 24

When is it no longer acceptable to dance? Yorkshire Dance’s Ageless Festival continues to push boundaries

Ageless Festival returns to Leeds on 12-13 July 2024, featuring an eclectic mix of new performances, inspirational talks and exhilarating workshops.

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Her Majesty The Queen retains Patrongage of Elmhurst Ballet School in the year the school celebrates 20 years in Birmingham

07 Jun 24

Her Majesty The Queen retains Patrongage of Elmhurst Ballet School in the year the school celebrates 20 years in Birmingham

Elmhurst Ballet School is delighted to announce that Her Majesty The Queen will retain her role as Patron of the School.

Dance News, Children, Young People and Education
English National Ballet School on stage this summer

07 Jun 24

English National Ballet School on stage this summer

This summer English National Ballet School is offering audiences the chance to witness the next generation of dance talent in three performances.

Dance News, Children, Young People and Education
Black British Theatre Awards co-founder Solange Urdang invested with OBE

05 Jun 24

Black British Theatre Awards co-founder Solange Urdang invested with OBE

Solange Urdang was invested as an OBE in recognition of a career dedicated to uplifting marginalised communities through the creative arts.

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The Royal Ballet School announces new CEO

04 Jun 24

The Royal Ballet School announces new CEO

The Royal Ballet School has appointed Patrick Harrison as its Chief Executive Officer after Chairman Christopher Rodrigues CBE has stepped down.

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His Majesty King Charles III announced as Patron of The Royal Ballet School

03 Jun 24

His Majesty King Charles III announced as Patron of The Royal Ballet School

His Majesty King Charles III has accepted the Patronage of The Royal Ballet School, previously held by her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Dance News, Children, Young People and Education
Ballet with attitude is Sadler's Wells ballet programme for all

03 Jun 24

Ballet with attitude is Sadler's Wells ballet programme for all

Sadler’s Wells presents Ballet with attitude, a year-round ballet offer with work from all corners of the UK and beyond.

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