Kate Church attended the School from 1989-1996 before dancing with various ballet companies, including London City Ballet. She later earned a History of Art degree, worked as a print journalist, and transitioned into film and television, where she now works as a freelance producer and director specialising in arts documentaries.
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We are excited to announce that Kevin Emerton, dancer of The Royal Ballet and alumnus of the School, will join The Royal Ballet School in January as Pre-professional Year Ballet Teacher.
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This year, we welcomed Adam Keppel as our new Wardrobe Supervisor. Adam plays a pivotal role in shaping the student experience at The Royal Ballet School, from collaborating on student choreography costumes to managing the intricate preparations for our year-end performances.
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At The Royal Ballet School, we believe every child should have access to the arts. That’s why we created our Primary Steps programme. With support from the Department for Education, we offer a joyful introduction to dance to students across the UK who might not otherwise have the opportunity. Each year, we stage demonstrations and workshops at our partner primary schools, inviting students to participate and discover the magic of ballet.
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Since its inception in 1948, The Royal Ballet School’s Associate Programme has been dedicated to nurturing and inspiring pre-vocational students.
Inside our Associate Programme: Mbayang and Jude share their experiences Read More »
Today we celebrated World Mental Health Day at the School. The day focused on the theme of mental health in the workplace and provided both students and staff with opportunities to reflect on their mental health and emotional states in a creative and engaging way.
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In 2023, our graduating students achieved remarkable success, with all 24 receiving contracts. After completing their first year in professional roles at companies worldwide, we reached out to some of our 2023 graduates to celebrate their accomplishments.
Our 2023 graduates: where are they now? Read More »
As part of The Royal Ballet School’s commitment to prioritising student development and well-being, Artistic Director Iain Mackay will implement a new assessment process for White Lodge Foundation Programme students.
Changes to White Lodge training programme progression Read More »
Celebrating World Teachers’ Day At The Royal Ballet School, we’re excited to celebrate World Teachers’ Day by honouring the incredible teachers who inspire and support our students every day. From ballet and academic teachers to those leading our Primary Steps and online programmes, each teacher plays a vital role in shaping the future of our
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Creative Artist Talk: Gareth Haw and Anna Rose O’Sullivan We recently had the privilege of welcoming alumni Gareth Haw and Anna Rose O’Sullivan to White Lodge, where they shared their journeys and insights with our students as part of the School’s Creative Artist Talk series. Both Gareth and Anna Rose trained at the School and
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