On Point: Royal Academy of Dance at 100

The On Point display is now on until 29 August 2022 at the V&A Museum in London.

The free display, celebrating 100 years of the RAD, tells the story of how it shaped the future of dance training, the famous faces who lead the way, and how it continues to bring the joy of dance to the lives of people across the world. The RAD is home to one of the largest dance collections in Europe, and this is the first time in its history it has given access to its archive on this scale.

Where to find the display

The display is situated in rooms 103 – 106, Theatre & Performance.

You can follow this map upon arrival at the V&A.

If you require assistance in locating the display, please visit the Information Services desk at the museum and ask to be directed to the Theatre and Performance galleries.

Guided tours

Led by Jane Pritchard (Dance Curator, V&A) and Eleanor Fitzpatrick (Archives Manager, RAD) on 20 July.
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On Point: the display

Find out more about the display at the V&A museum in London and book your free entry.
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Children's Syllabus with Margot Fonteyn

Watch footage of Margot Fonteyn from 1972, demonstrating the Children's Syllabus. Part of the On Point display at the V&A.
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Read about the display in the Dance Gazette

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The Guardian

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7 Dec '20
The Times

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6 Jan '21
The New York Times

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