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Rhythms of Immunity 2025
Following on from the successful collaboration between the Francis Crick Institute and the RAD, a series of public engagement events alongside the Centre of the Cell, Queen Mary University of London have been organised that bring to life the immune response to viruses and vaccines through science workshops, choreography, dance and film. On Saturday 21…
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Stars of British ballet unite in support of dance education
On Monday 16 June, ballet stars from Britain’s top ballet companies came together to advocate for training dance teachers, who go on to inspire the dancers of the future, at a fundraising event, ‘A Midsummer Night’, produced by the charity, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and its President, Dame Darcey Bussell. The event, which…
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Building communities through in-person, in-studio, shared learning
In an increasingly digital world, the value of in-person, in-studio, shared learning has never been more significant. Whether it’s a weekly technique class, a dance teacher training session, or a professional development workshop, these shared spaces are more than just places to learn dance — they are sites of connection, creativity, and community. The dance…
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Young dancers to shine at Step Live 2025
On Tuesday 1st July, over one hundred secondary school students from across Greater London will take part in Step Live 2025, one of the biggest annual dance events specifically for secondary school students in the UK. At Step Live 2025, young people will take to the Cadogan Hall stage to perform a variety of dynamic…
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Transforming lives through dance
We believe in the power of dance to transform lives. That’s why, at the Royal Academy of Dance, our mission as a registered charity is to inspire the world to dance. Championed from our headquarters in London, our global network extends to over 80 countries, reaching diverse communities everywhere to widen access to dance. We’re…
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Royal Academy of Dance’s response to the UK Supreme Court ruling
At the Royal Academy of Dance, we believe that dance is for ‘every body’. We believe that everyone should be able to experience the huge benefits and enjoyment of dance in a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment that allows them to flourish. We are aware that the recent UK Supreme Court ruling on the legal…
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Robin Windsor Dance Award entries open
The RAD, and mental health charity SANE, have launched the Robin Windsor Dance Award, a nationwide competition recognising someone who has harnessed the power of dance and movement to help them through challenging times, overcome adversity, and improve their mental wellbeing. The award is aimed at those whose mental health has been positively affected by…
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Looking back on Members’ Day 2025
Members’ Day 2025 opened with a warm welcome to everyone from our president, Dame Darcey Bussell, and our chief executive, Elizabeth Honer. We leapt into the day with the An American in Paris masterclass in the Aud Jepson Theatre, led by James Butcher. The workshop was an energising blend of ballet and Broadway flair that…
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Honorary awardees at the RAD Awards 2025 ceremony
Last week, we were proud to honour five individuals who have each made an outstanding contribution to the RAD and dance teaching profession. Lucia Millas, Thérèse Cantine, and the late Dr. Susan (Susie) Cooper were presented with the RAD’s prestigious Fellowship of the Royal Academy of Dance (FRAD), which is awarded to individuals in recognition…
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Celebrating 90 years of the RAD in Australia
To celebrate the Royal Academy of Dance’s 90th anniversary in Australia, we’re launching a new initiative: 90 Stories Across 90 Years. As part of this project, we’re collecting 90 personal stories from across the Australian RAD community — students, teachers, examiners, staff, volunteers, and supporters — to showcase the people, places, and moments that have…