Passing the torch – insights from our Year 7 and Pre-professional students Our Summer Performances are a bittersweet time at the School. For some of our students, it’s their first time performing as a Royal Ballet School student. For others, it’s the last time they will take the stage with their peers before embarking on […]
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Barbara Fewster (1928 – 2024) Barbara Fewster (born 4 Sept 1928 – died 4 July 2024) The Royal Ballet School is deeply saddened to learn that Barbara Fewster, former Ballet Principal and Associate Director of the School, has died, aged 95. An English dancer and renowned teacher, Barbara Fewster began her ballet training as a
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End-of-year celebrations and prize-giving ceremonies As another academic year comes to a close, we’ve been celebrating our White Lodge and Upper School students’ extraordinary achievements over the past year at The Royal Ballet School. Year 11 Celebration Friday 21 June marked one of the highlights of the School calendar for our White Lodge Year 11
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Reflecting on our Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park We have just wrapped up our annual Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park, performing a selection of new choreographies and classical works. These performances were a resounding success, marking the debuts of some and the final bows of others. We had the pleasure of speaking with
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The next generation of choreographers at Opera Holland Park Each year, our Summer Performances repertoire includes a selection of student works originating from the Ninette de Valois Choreographic Programme. The programme gives students at different stages in the School an opportunity to create and stage their own pieces. We sat down with three of our
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Summer Fair 2024 One of the most anticipated events of the School year, we held our annual Summer Fair on Saturday 15 June. It was a day brimming with activities, performances, and fun. Nestled in the heart of Richmond Park, our historic White Lodge grounds are usually closed to the public. The Summer Fair is
Lady Sarah Chatto named President of The Royal Ballet School The Royal Ballet School is delighted to announce that The Lady Sarah Chatto has taken on the role of President of The Royal Ballet School. Having previously served as Vice-President since 2004, Lady Sarah has now taken on the distinguished position, succeeding His Majesty King
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Jean-Pierre Frohlich on Mistake Waltz for our Summer Performances Our Summer Performance season is fast approaching and is the culmination of this year’s training. Students will perform works that showcase their skills and artistry, from classical ballet to contemporary works. Mistake Waltz is an enchanting piece amongst them which portrays a more comedic element by
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Iain Mackay appointed as Artistic Director of The Royal Ballet School The Royal Ballet School is delighted to announce the appointment of Iain Mackay as its next Artistic Director following an extensive international search. Educated at The Royal Ballet School’s Upper School, on graduating, Iain Mackay joined Birmingham Royal Ballet, under the direction of Sir David
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Primary Steps Graduation 2024Â On 25 May, we held the annual graduation for our Primary Steps programme. Primary Steps, established in 2005, is a national junior school programme that engages students in Years 3-6 in a positive introduction to ballet and initial creative ballet training. Through national partnerships, the programme aims to increase access to
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