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Are you ready for your RAD Debut?
Calling all young people aged 11–13 in Wandsworth. Have you never taken a dance class before, or maybe you have,…
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The RAD at London Pride 2025
The Pride parade in London this past weekend featured 16 walkers representing the RAD. There was a great mix of…
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South African examiner, Sheila Stirling FRAD, passes away
Sheila Stirling (Mrs Dove) was a Life Member of the Royal Academy of Dance. She held membership with the organisation…
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Young people from London perform at Step Live 2025
Yesterday (Tuesday 1 July) over 300 school students from secondary and SEND schools across Greater London took part in Step Live…
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The RAD celebrates Pride Month
Each year, Pride Month is a key opportunity for charities like the RAD to highlight their commitment and allyship to the…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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