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Government launches Schools White Paper, setting out its vision for education reform in England
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26 Feb 26

Government launches Schools White Paper, setting out its vision for education reform in England

It offers a commitment to a broad and balanced curriculum, alongside an ambition for a strong enrichment offer and a revitalised arts curriculum.

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Trinity Laban and Beijing Dance Academy Launch Landmark Joint Institute in China

26 Feb 26

Trinity Laban and Beijing Dance Academy Launch Landmark Joint Institute in China

The partnership represents a significant advancement in international dance education, combining the excellence of two world-leading establishments

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Further details announced for Pioneering International Collaboration between Rambert School, The Juilliard School and Studio Wayne McGregor

26 Feb 26

Further details announced for Pioneering International Collaboration between Rambert School, The Juilliard School and Studio Wayne McGregor

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Royal Ballet School students launch dance relay ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games

12 Feb 26

Royal Ballet School students launch dance relay ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Royal Ballet School partner with The Commonwealth Resounds to create a dance film to share around the world.

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U.Dance is calling on Youth Dance Groups across Wales

22 Jan 26

U.Dance is calling on Youth Dance Groups across Wales

If you love dance and want to perform on a national stage, U.Dance Cymru 2026 could be your moment.

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Northern School of Contemporary Dance launches new degree for dance makers

21 Jan 26

Northern School of Contemporary Dance launches new degree for dance makers

The new BA (Hons) Dance: Choreography, Producing and Teaching opens opportunities to train in creating, facilitating and shaping the future of dance.

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One Dance UK celebrates major wins for dance education

05 Nov 25

One Dance UK celebrates major wins for dance education

One Dance UK celebrates major wins for dance education in the Government’s Curriculum and Assessment Review

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Beyond the Mirror: National Youth Dance Wales member’s bold documentary challenges dance industry beauty standards

14 Oct 25

Beyond the Mirror: National Youth Dance Wales member’s bold documentary challenges dance industry beauty standards

Through her documentary, NYDW 2025 Member, Phoebe Clark, is amplifying the voices of young dancers determined to redefine the dance industry.

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Free festive dance show on Sadler's Wells Digital Stage

14 Oct 25

Free festive dance show on Sadler's Wells Digital Stage

The Little Match Girl is available completely free to access for schools, community groups and home educators.

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Young Creatives Launch 2025

23 Sep 25

Young Creatives Launch 2025

Young Creatives Launch 2025. One Dance UK welcome eight talented young choreographers to the launch of this year’s Young Creatives programme.

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Royal Academy of Dance hosts event in celebration of children’s scholarship scheme centenary

02 Sep 25

Royal Academy of Dance hosts event in celebration of children’s scholarship scheme centenary

‘Springboard to success’ – insights and celebration of the RAD Scholarship Scheme (1925-1985) will take place on 18 September.

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Northern School of Contemporary Dance announces degree awarding powers

21 Aug 25

Northern School of Contemporary Dance announces degree awarding powers

NSCD has been given full degree awarding powers for BA(HONS) and MA courses.

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Why joining bbodance is the perfect step for dance teachers!

11 Aug 25

Why joining bbodance is the perfect step for dance teachers!

Joining bbodance means investing in your future with complete peace of mind.

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Highlights from U.Dance National Festival 2025

07 Aug 25

Highlights from U.Dance National Festival 2025

Sadler’s Wells East came alive with energy and joy as hundreds of young dancers from across the UK gathered for U.Dance National Festival 2025.

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The Royal Ballet School announce future changes to entry into full-time training

29 Jul 25

The Royal Ballet School announce future changes to entry into full-time training

The Royal Ballet School announce future changes to entry into full-time training

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five female dancers one in the center with arms puhing out the other four leaning back from the push with arm out to the side. One a dark stage with smoke over back light on the right hand side. All wearing dark neutral tones

09 Jul 25

Young Creatives Premiere Bold New Works at Sadler’s Wells

Get ready for fresh, fearless energy of One Dance UK’s Young Creatives! Book now to see exciting emerging choreographers unveil their brand-new works

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Two dancers, one global majority female with one arm high wearing purple hoodie and a male global majority dancer hugged around female with arm reaching to the top right wearing wholly black jumper.

09 Jul 25

Young Creatives Applications are open!

Applications for Young Creatives 2025 are open! A prestigious, fully funded UK-wide initiative to discover the next wave of choreographers.

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Buzzing Britain: Bringing Morris Dancing to a New Generation

22 Apr 25

Buzzing Britain: Bringing Morris Dancing to a New Generation

In a unique project introducing Morris dancing to a new generation, "Buzzing Britain" set out to engage young people in traditional dance.

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One Dance UK joins arts leaders in signing an open letter on the EBACC

19 Mar 25

One Dance UK joins arts leaders in signing an open letter on the EBACC

One Dance UK's Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Hurst, is among leading arts figures to have signed their name on the open letter.

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diddi dance founder up for two prestigious awards!

18 Mar 25

diddi dance founder up for two prestigious awards!

Anne-Marie Martin, founder of diddi dance, has been announced as a finalist in two children's activities awards in 2025.

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Made by Katie Green presents The Story Detectives & SEED in over 40 libraries across the UK this year

06 Mar 25

Made by Katie Green presents The Story Detectives & SEED in over 40 libraries across the UK this year

The Story Detectives follows Playful and Particular as they guide the young audience on a journey through the library.

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Let's Dance at The Royal Ballet School

06 Mar 25

Let's Dance at The Royal Ballet School

The Royal Ballet School opened its doors to the public for the first time in our near 100-year history.

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Central School of Ballet announces significant increase in funding from the Leverhulme Trust

11 Feb 25

Central School of Ballet announces significant increase in funding from the Leverhulme Trust

Central School of Ballet has announced a significant increase in funding from its long-standing supporter the Leverhulme Trust.

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Putting creativity at the heart of the curriculum: leading figures in arts and creative fields launch the Arts & Minds campaign

11 Feb 25

Putting creativity at the heart of the curriculum: leading figures in arts and creative fields launch the Arts & Minds campaign

Leading lights from the arts join forces to launch the Arts and Minds campaign.

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05 Feb 25

Shobana Jeyasingh and Anthony Van Laast announced as ISTD Vice Presidents

Shobana Jeyasingh CBE and Anthony Van Laast CBE join ISTD as Vice Presidents to champion teachers and dance.

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Liverpool Theatre School Partners with Middlesex University to Launch Dance Degree with ‘Dual City’ Training

04 Feb 25

Liverpool Theatre School Partners with Middlesex University to Launch Dance Degree with ‘Dual City’ Training

Liverpool Theatre School is joining forces with Middlesex University to deliver a dance degree, which will be taught by industry professionals.

Dance News, Children, Young People and Education