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We are the Royal Academy of Dance, a world leader in dance education and training. We’ve been teaching the world to dance for over 100 years and believe passionately in its power to transform lives for the better. Through an international network of dance teachers, we support and connect a global community of more than 400,000 students, and dancers of all ages and abilities, in more than 80 countries.
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The results of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet competition
Find out about the winners of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet competition 2024.
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The Bedells Bursary 2024 - candidate applications
Apply now to take part in this year's bursary.
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Latest news
9 Sep '24
9 Sep '24
The winners of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024, one of the world's most prestigious dance events, staged at…
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6 Sep '24
6 Sep '24
Finalists announced for The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024
63 candidates from 13 countries took part in The Fonteyn semi-finals this week, with 12 dancers making it through to compete in the final at…
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6 Sep '24
6 Sep '24
Celebrating 70 Years of Karsavina
The Faculty of Education is delighted to announce that it will be hosting a one-day celebration to commemorate the life and influence of Tamara Karsavina.…
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5 Sep '24
5 Sep '24
Fonteyn grand draw winner generously gives her tickets away
RAD teacher, Jan Kilpatrick, was a winner in the recent grand draw offering the chance to attend the final of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet…
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28 Aug '24
28 Aug '24
Lee Miller and Margot Fonteyn at the RAD
Celebrating our longest-serving President, Dame Margot Fonteyn, at RAD headquarters, we are excited to be able to exhibit three astonishing portraits captured by one of…
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15 Aug '24
15 Aug '24
The Royal Academy of Dance unveils new augmented-reality experience outside its global headquarters
Stunning AR graphics have been installed outside the RAD's headquarters in Wandsworth, London to bring the traditional art form of ballet outside and into the…
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Save the date
We’ll be shining a spotlight on our community of licensees and dancers here at the RAD on Thursday 31 October and Friday 1 November – so get the dates in your diary!
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Register of Teachers
Our global register of teachers is a great resource to help you locate a professional dance teacher.
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Benesh International
We support the dance profession by preserving choreographic copyright, training the next generation of choreologists, and supporting the Benesh Movement Notation community.
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Upcoming workshops & events
Rambert Grades
A great new opportunity for RAD members to expand their dance offering by accessing this progressive and inclusive contemporary dance syllabus.
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Hire our Studio Theatre
Whether you are looking for the perfect stage for your next performance or hosting a corporate function, hire us for your next event.
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RAD Registered Teacher Eligibility
To apply as an RAD Registered Teacher, you should hold one of the following university-validated RAD awards, or meet eligibility via one of our accepted routes to RTS.
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Safeguarding
If you have any worries at all about your own wellbeing and safety, or that of a student, teacher, or a member of staff, you can find help and guidance on safeguarding here, along with information on who to contact.
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