Royal Academy of Dance290 Videos

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Creating a Solo | Zoom in on The Fonteyn | Royal Academy of Dance

Gain expert insights on artistic considerations when preparing a new piece of work, including choreography, music selection, and what judges and audiences may look for. This panel discussion, chaired by Gerard Charles, Artistic Director of the Royal Academy of Dance, features Dame Monica Mason DBE (Former Director, The Royal Ballet), Christopher Hampson (Artistic Director, Scottish […]
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An interview with Cathy Marston – Why Dance Matters podcast

www.royalacademyofdance.org/podcast The choreographer Cathy Marston has a rare gift for telling stories in dance. Now a major player in leading ballet companies (including The Royal Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, American Ballet Theatre) that until recently were a boys’ own club, her starting point is often literature or history – in ballets about Jane Eyre or […]
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An interview with Mitchell Rayner | Why Dance Matters

‘Living in the movement’ is the motto of Australian Royal Academy of Dance teacher Mitchell Rayner. Enjoying and fully inhabiting your movement is a fantastic goal for anyone in dance. Mitchell came to dance training relatively late but progressed quickly, joining the Australian Ballet. He retired from the company in 2016, and re-trained as a […]
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Episode 2 – Tim Arthur

In this episode, we visit the Royal Academy of Dance’s global headquarters in London to meet its new chief executive – the ebullient Tim Arthur. Tim’s previous experience is dizzyingly varied – he arrives at the RAD via senior roles in theatre, publishing and finance, working with companies like Time Out and Virgin Money. Why […]
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Zoom in on The Fonteyn | The Fonteyn Experience

Hear from previous medallists about their experience of taking part in the competition from preparation to finals; how their careers have developed from the competition; and what they wish to share with today’s aspiring dancers. This video features Stella Abrera (Former Principal, America Ballet Theatre), Celine Gittens (Principal, Birmingham Royal Ballet), Mlindi Kulashe (Leading Soloist, […]
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How Step into Dance transforms young lives

Discover how Step into Dance transforms young lives! Through dance, we build essential life skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. It boosts confidence, emotional resilience, and physical health while enriching cultural understanding and even enhancing academic success. More than just dance – Step into Dance empowers the next generation. Watch now to see the impact! […]