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How School Holidays Are Creating New Opportunities for Dance Studios

During the summer break, dance studios have the chance to support more than just lessons — from workshops and rehearsals to community events.

Neon Dance to open LEV Matadero with Spanish premiere of Last and First Men

Neon Dance will open this year's LEV Matadero festival, highlighting the growing appetite for UK contemporary dance at interdisciplinary festivals.

Last chance for dance artists to apply for Resolution 2027 at The Place

Last chance for dance artists to apply for Resolution 2027 at The Place

Royal Academy of Dance announces winners of the RAD Awards 2026

Dance teachers and professionals were honoured at a ceremony at the RAD’s headquarters late last month, as part of its Members’ Conference 2026.

How to Choose the Right Dance Studio for Different Creative Projects

As the role of the dance studio expands, so do the demands placed on the space itself. The question is “Which space best supports the project?”

The Garden - UK Tour

An Immersive Journey of Self Discovery through Hip Hop Dance by Lindon Barr

Call out: Professional contemporary dancer for Dancers Connected (Aberdeen)

White and Givan is seeking professional contemporary dancers to take part in the development of Dancers Connected.

September at Sadler’s Wells

The Dance Floor is Black final weekend and legendary companies return

Urja Desai Thakore and Professor John Blake join the Board of Governors of The Place

The Place welcomes two influential leaders whose work is helping to shape the future of culture, creativity and learning in the UK.

From TikTok Trends to Studio Floors: How Dance Spaces Are Evolving in 2026

With short-form video transforming how dance is experienced, studios are evolving into creative spaces where dancers rehearse and film content.

Assam’s Art and Culture Shine at the House of Lords, UK Parliament

London-based Sattriya dancer and artist Anannya Mahanta received the Cluster of Achievers Award 2026 for her contribution to the performing arts.

Leading North West Partnership Launches New Model for Dance Talent Development

12 leading North West venues, promoters and organisations have launched a new model to transform opportunities for dance artists across the region.

From a workaholic who ended up stuck in a hospital bed, to part of a dazzling tap troupe

Although none of his colleagues believed he’d ever retire, Stephen Walsh found a new lease of life in a retirement community where he discovered dance

Meet National Dance Company Wales’ Creative Associates

NDCWales are pleased to announce George H Wale and Phoebe Davies as Creative Associates 2026-2028.

How Flexible Studio Hire Is Changing the Dance Community

Discover why dancers, choreographers, and performance groups are opting for hourly dance studio hire.

The Royal Ballet School launch new Diploma of Classical Ballet Teaching

A two-year, hybrid programme marks the next chapter in the School's 100-year legacy of world-leading teacher training.

Birmingham Royal Ballet announce new dancers for the 2026/7 Season

New dance show The Brown Suite brings iconic music to UK audiences this September

Fundamentally Dance presents The Brown Suite - getting audiences groovin’ to the iconic music of James Brown, Etta James and Sam Cooke

Leading arts bodies call on the government to go further to fully restore the status of arts subjects in schools

Leading arts organisations are calling on Andy Burnham and Lucy Powell to ensure the arts are a “fundamental part of every child’s school experience”.