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Announcing the winners of the Bedells Bursary 2026
The Royal Academy of Dance is delighted to announce the winners of The Bedells Bursary 2026 which took place at the RAD’s headquarters in Battersea, London, across Sunday 25 and Monday 26 October 2026. Now in its 47th year, The Bedells Bursary competition recognises young dancers’ excellence in artistic and technical achievement. Named in honour…
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The RAD exam journey to The Fonteyn
The journey to The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition is built on dedication, discipline, resilience and a love of dance. For many young dancers, the Royal Academy of Dance exam pathway provides the foundations for technical excellence, artistry and confidence. It is a journey that takes years of commitment, countless hours in the studio and…
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Marella announced as Supporting Sponsor of The Fonteyn 2026
We are pleased to announce Marella, the contemporary Italian fashion brand owned by the Max Mara Fashion Group, as a Supporting Sponsor of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2026. Known internationally as The Fonteyn, the competition is dedicated to promoting and rewarding excellence among the next generation of ballet dancers. One of the world’s…
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RAD Archives catalogue
The RAD archive is pleased to announce the launch of a new searchable catalogue that will improve the discoverability of the wealth of resources held within the RAD’s archives and special collections. The Kenneth MacMillan archive is one of the first collections to be made available following a cataloguing project supported by a grant from…
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The RAD celebrates the next generation of dance teachers at its 2026 graduation ceremony
Yesterday, the Royal Academy of Dance held its annual Faculty of Education graduation ceremony at Cadogan Hall in London, celebrating the achievements of its international student body as they embark on careers as dance teachers. The event featured a welcome address from RAD Chief Executive, Elizabeth Honer CB, with Artistic Director, Alexander Campbell, and President,…
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Step into Dance celebrates 20 years of transforming lives through dance
The UK’s largest inclusive dance programme for secondary school students marks two decades of empowering over 60,000 young people across London and Essex. Step into Dance, the pioneering flagship programme delivered by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) in partnership with the Jack Petchey Foundation, proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Since 2006, Step…
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Celebrating 90 years of exams in New Zealand
A remarkable weekend of dance in New Zealand brought together past, present and future as the Royal Academy of Dance celebrated 90 years of examinations in New Zealand. Held at Te Whaea in Wellington, the three-day celebration opened with the prestigious Solo Seal, providing an opportunity to witness the exceptional artistry, musicality and technical accomplishment…
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Sir Richard Alston RIP
At the RAD, we are saddened to learn of the passing of iconic contemporary dance choreographer and teacher, Sir Richard Alston. Sir Richard was committed to young people’s dance, through his outreach work, as a former chair of Youth Dance England. He was also an ambassador for the U.Dance programme, and other educational projects. Sir…
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Christopher Wheeldon OBE presented with the RAD’s prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Award by RAD Patron Her Majesty The Queen
Today, The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) presented its highest honour, the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Award, to director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon OBE. The award was presented by Her Majesty The Queen at a special ceremony and visit to the RAD’s headquarters in Wandsworth, London. Christopher Wheeldon OBE was awarded this prestigious honour for his remarkable services…