News
Massive congratulations to our wonderful Miss Pippa and our fabulous students!
Winning 1st place in the choreographic section at the Classical Greek Finals!
Winning 1st place in the choreographic section at the Classical Greek Finals!
Ex-Pupil joins Sussex Dance Studios
11th August 2018
Sussex Dance Studios would like to welcome Mizoid Wells to our team from September - Maria was a pupil of ours
many years ago and now runs her own Circus School.
We are delighted that she has agreed to teach for us and pass on her skills to you in the new term classes are on Sat afternoon 2.30 Juniors (Under 12) 3.30 Senior (Over 12 ).
11th August 2018
Sussex Dance Studios would like to welcome Mizoid Wells to our team from September - Maria was a pupil of ours
many years ago and now runs her own Circus School.
We are delighted that she has agreed to teach for us and pass on her skills to you in the new term classes are on Sat afternoon 2.30 Juniors (Under 12) 3.30 Senior (Over 12 ).
4* Review for The Broadway Players, Juniors for Guys and Dolls!
16th July 2018
"The full company dance numbers are very well produced, making good use of all available stage space, and really ramping up the feel good factor in numbers like Luck be a Lady and Sit Down, You’re Rocking the Boat. Special mention also goes to Millie Jupp’s performance of Adelaide’s Lament and to Lewis Daynes and Hannah Richards romantic duet, I’ll Know."
Read the full review here:
www.thesussexnewspaper.com/review-guys-and-dolls-jr-royal-hippodrome-theatre/
16th July 2018
"The full company dance numbers are very well produced, making good use of all available stage space, and really ramping up the feel good factor in numbers like Luck be a Lady and Sit Down, You’re Rocking the Boat. Special mention also goes to Millie Jupp’s performance of Adelaide’s Lament and to Lewis Daynes and Hannah Richards romantic duet, I’ll Know."
Read the full review here:
www.thesussexnewspaper.com/review-guys-and-dolls-jr-royal-hippodrome-theatre/
5* Review for The Broadway Players - The Full Monty!
16th July 2018
"Some highlights in the well played score are the opening ensemble lament as all the workers get laid off, Scrap, the slightly naughty Big Black Man, delivered with style and panache by Eddie Samuel and the beautiful ballad Breeze off the River, sung with strength and conviction by the consistently good McFadyen."
Read the full review here:
www.thesussexnewspaper.com/review-the-full-monty-royal-hippodrome-theatre-eastbourne/
16th July 2018
"Some highlights in the well played score are the opening ensemble lament as all the workers get laid off, Scrap, the slightly naughty Big Black Man, delivered with style and panache by Eddie Samuel and the beautiful ballad Breeze off the River, sung with strength and conviction by the consistently good McFadyen."
Read the full review here:
www.thesussexnewspaper.com/review-the-full-monty-royal-hippodrome-theatre-eastbourne/
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Ex Sussex Dance Studios Pupil Starring in Bat Out of Hell - The Musical!
4th July 2018 We are beyond proud and delighted to announce that after years of hard work, ex pupil and daughter of Miss Lisa, Bethany will be joining the cast in Oberhausen in the amazing production of Bat Out of Hell - The Musical. The show will start in September and run for a year! Congratulations from all at Sussex! |
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Imperial Ballet Exams - London
12th March 2018
Some of our lovely students, Serena, Chloe, Sophie, Tia and Evie, travelled to London last weekend to take their Imperial Ballet exams. Well done girls your hard work paid off, you can relax a little now!
12th March 2018
Some of our lovely students, Serena, Chloe, Sophie, Tia and Evie, travelled to London last weekend to take their Imperial Ballet exams. Well done girls your hard work paid off, you can relax a little now!
The Broadway Players - Guys and Dolls Junior
27th February 2018
Tickets are now on sale from The Royal Hippodrome Theatre Box Office for The Broadway Players next production, Guys and Dolls junior. Prices are £13, concessions are £11 with family tickets just £44 for 4 people. Performances are on Friday 6th July at 7.30pm and two shows on Saturday 7th July at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Miss it, Miss Out!
27th February 2018
Tickets are now on sale from The Royal Hippodrome Theatre Box Office for The Broadway Players next production, Guys and Dolls junior. Prices are £13, concessions are £11 with family tickets just £44 for 4 people. Performances are on Friday 6th July at 7.30pm and two shows on Saturday 7th July at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Miss it, Miss Out!
Eastbourne Music and Arts Festival 2018
20th February 2018
A number of our students took part in this years Festival at The Causeway School in Eastbourne and we are pleased to say the final medal tally was...
5 Gold
2 Silver
5 Bronze
2 Trophy’s
Congratulations to all of you!
20th February 2018
A number of our students took part in this years Festival at The Causeway School in Eastbourne and we are pleased to say the final medal tally was...
5 Gold
2 Silver
5 Bronze
2 Trophy’s
Congratulations to all of you!
ISTD Boys Day at Laine Theatre Arts
5th February 2018
Lewis D & Lewis T spent the day in London at the weekend attending the ISTD Boys Day at Laine Theatre Arts. They were lucky enough to be tutored by Richard Ramsey, Stuart Hardwick & Philip Joel. Hard work pays off!
5th February 2018
Lewis D & Lewis T spent the day in London at the weekend attending the ISTD Boys Day at Laine Theatre Arts. They were lucky enough to be tutored by Richard Ramsey, Stuart Hardwick & Philip Joel. Hard work pays off!
With Great Sadness The Power Project Closes
31st January 2018
It is with much regret that The Power Project has now closed. Miss Jade would like to thank everyone so much for all the support and dedication over the last 5 years.
31st January 2018
It is with much regret that The Power Project has now closed. Miss Jade would like to thank everyone so much for all the support and dedication over the last 5 years.
Broadway Players - Rehearsals are Underway
31st January 2018
Rehearsals have started for The Broadway Players next productions. The Full Monty and Guys and Dolls for the Juniors! Any men that would like to join the cast of The Full Monty get in touch, you do not have to take all your clothes off!!!
31st January 2018
Rehearsals have started for The Broadway Players next productions. The Full Monty and Guys and Dolls for the Juniors! Any men that would like to join the cast of The Full Monty get in touch, you do not have to take all your clothes off!!!
Exciting New Classes Launching in January!
20th November 2017
Sussex Dance Studios are pleased to announce the launch of 5 new classes starting in January 2018!
PBT - Progressive Ballet Technique with Miss Kirsty on Thursdays 4.30 - 5.30 for those Grade 3 Ballet and above. As well as the introduction of 'Junior/Senior Acro' lessons, these are taught by an Acting Moon Qualified Teacher, and Contemporary lessons taught by Miss Emily/Miss Kirsty.
For more information please contact us.
20th November 2017
Sussex Dance Studios are pleased to announce the launch of 5 new classes starting in January 2018!
PBT - Progressive Ballet Technique with Miss Kirsty on Thursdays 4.30 - 5.30 for those Grade 3 Ballet and above. As well as the introduction of 'Junior/Senior Acro' lessons, these are taught by an Acting Moon Qualified Teacher, and Contemporary lessons taught by Miss Emily/Miss Kirsty.
For more information please contact us.
SEPTEMBER SPECTACULAR!!!!!
When you join Team Sussex in September you get one of our BEST ever offers for your first term....
Buy one class GET ONE FREE
Or
Take up our package deal for HALF PRICE...
Come and join us on Registration Morning Sat Sept 2nd 💖💖
When you join Team Sussex in September you get one of our BEST ever offers for your first term....
Buy one class GET ONE FREE
Or
Take up our package deal for HALF PRICE...
Come and join us on Registration Morning Sat Sept 2nd 💖💖
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An End to a Successful Summer School
18th August 2017 What a fabulous week at our Summer School! Thank you to our visiting teachers, Abigail Welford, Becki Baldwin, Kimberley Maguire, Emily Nash and Bethany Terri, and congratulations to all our winners! Well done to everyone involved! |
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Results are in...
27th July 2017
Once again maintaining our 100% examination pass rate in Imperial Ballet, Classical Greek, Modern & Tap with over half our students achieving Distinction over 71 examinations this year. Come and join us in September to be in the Broadway Players production of "Oliver!" and take advantage of our BOGOF deal #teamsussex
27th July 2017
Once again maintaining our 100% examination pass rate in Imperial Ballet, Classical Greek, Modern & Tap with over half our students achieving Distinction over 71 examinations this year. Come and join us in September to be in the Broadway Players production of "Oliver!" and take advantage of our BOGOF deal #teamsussex
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Triple Threat Summer School is back!
25th July 2017 We have a few spaces left at our triple threat summer school which starts on 14th August and runs for five days. The children will take part in a range of singing, dancing and acting activities and we can guarantee there'll be lots of fun! Please email us or contact us on Facebook to book. New Class for the adults coming next term!
15th July 2017 Miss Pippa will be starting "Body Blitz" for adults, come and sort out those wobbly bits ladies to the sounds of the 80s and 90s. Monday's 8-8.45pm £30 for a 6 week session. Contact us on Facebook to book! |
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That's a wrap for Back to the 80's and Spamalot!
10th July 2017
The Broadway Players have taken their final (and well deserved!) bow at The Royal Hippodrome Theatre after putting on two fantastic shows, Back to the 80's and Spamalot. The whole cast in both productions were amazing and the 5* reviews have been flooding in. If you'd like to find out what our theatre company, The Broadway Players, are all about, check out their page here.
Don't despair they'll be back again for our Christmas production of Oliver, and rehearsals begin in August.
10th July 2017
The Broadway Players have taken their final (and well deserved!) bow at The Royal Hippodrome Theatre after putting on two fantastic shows, Back to the 80's and Spamalot. The whole cast in both productions were amazing and the 5* reviews have been flooding in. If you'd like to find out what our theatre company, The Broadway Players, are all about, check out their page here.
Don't despair they'll be back again for our Christmas production of Oliver, and rehearsals begin in August.
All England Semi-Finals Results!
31st May 2017
We are so proud of all our girls who competed at the All England Semi-Finals! Our classical Greek dancers walked away with a 3rd place Distinction with Special Commendation and Lillia achieved a Distinction with Special Commendation for her Greek solo. Go Team Sussex!
31st May 2017
We are so proud of all our girls who competed at the All England Semi-Finals! Our classical Greek dancers walked away with a 3rd place Distinction with Special Commendation and Lillia achieved a Distinction with Special Commendation for her Greek solo. Go Team Sussex!
Casting for talented children for our 2017 Christmas production
28th May 2017
We're on the lookout for children to join The Broadway Players Juniors - and perform in our Christmas production of Oliver! The Broadway Players – Juniors will be gracing The Royal Hippodrome stage this winter, with an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist.
Our pupils meet every Thursday evening at Broadway United Church Centre, Hampden Park to rehearse, so why not come along to see what The Broadway Players – Juniors are all about!
Contact Lisa Innes on 01323 643475 / jadepowers@hotmail.com to find out more!
28th May 2017
We're on the lookout for children to join The Broadway Players Juniors - and perform in our Christmas production of Oliver! The Broadway Players – Juniors will be gracing The Royal Hippodrome stage this winter, with an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist.
Our pupils meet every Thursday evening at Broadway United Church Centre, Hampden Park to rehearse, so why not come along to see what The Broadway Players – Juniors are all about!
Contact Lisa Innes on 01323 643475 / jadepowers@hotmail.com to find out more!
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Success at Eastbourne Carnival!
28th May 2017 We won! The Broadway Players won best float at Eastbourne Carnival on Saturday! Thank you to everyone who helped decorate the float, and to those of you who walked with us! Roll on 2018! |
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Sussex Dance, Power Project and Broadway Players set for Eastbourne Sunshine Carnival
28th April 2017
Eastbourne's ever popular Sunshine Carnival is back again this year and we're thrilled to say all parts of the dance school will be joining the parade. So come along and support Sussex Dance Studios and a range of other local businesses on Saturday 27th May at 2pm.
28th April 2017
Eastbourne's ever popular Sunshine Carnival is back again this year and we're thrilled to say all parts of the dance school will be joining the parade. So come along and support Sussex Dance Studios and a range of other local businesses on Saturday 27th May at 2pm.
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All England Semi-Finals in May!
12th March 2017 Today our girls danced beautifully at Hastings Festival and we are so excited to announce that our Classical Greek Dancers are heading to the All England Semi-Finals in May! #TeamSussex couldn't be more proud of our incredible dancers! |
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Results are in - Eastbourne Music and Arts Festival!
22nd February 2017
Our incredible pupils danced absolutely beautiful at the recent Eastbourne Music and Arts Festival which was held at the Winter Gardens. Awards were flying out to our team, including:
1st Place in Greek Solos - 9 years old
2nd Place in Greek Solos - 11 years old
2nd Place in Greek Duet
3rd Place in Tap Solo
3rd Place in Older Girls Mini Groups
Well done to all those who competed and to our teachers for all their hard work and dedication too!
22nd February 2017
Our incredible pupils danced absolutely beautiful at the recent Eastbourne Music and Arts Festival which was held at the Winter Gardens. Awards were flying out to our team, including:
1st Place in Greek Solos - 9 years old
2nd Place in Greek Solos - 11 years old
2nd Place in Greek Duet
3rd Place in Tap Solo
3rd Place in Older Girls Mini Groups
Well done to all those who competed and to our teachers for all their hard work and dedication too!
Welcome to the Sussex Dance team, Kirsty Bond
22nd February 2017
We are pleased to announce the arrival of a new teacher at Sussex Dance Studios, Kirsty Bond. Kirsty has worked professionally in Musical Theatre, TV, Cruise Ships and Production Shows across the UK. She has now attained a teaching qualification in Imperial Ballet and Modern, and is looking forward to teaching our pupils!
You can find out more about Kirsty, and our other teachers here.
22nd February 2017
We are pleased to announce the arrival of a new teacher at Sussex Dance Studios, Kirsty Bond. Kirsty has worked professionally in Musical Theatre, TV, Cruise Ships and Production Shows across the UK. She has now attained a teaching qualification in Imperial Ballet and Modern, and is looking forward to teaching our pupils!
You can find out more about Kirsty, and our other teachers here.
Summer School is back for 2017!
15th February 2017
Back by popular demand is our Summer School August 14-18. Booking forms will be available next week, £130 for the week to include drinks and biscuits (not lunch) Schedule so far is.....
Monday - Abigail Burgess - Panto Workshop
Tuesday - Becki Baldwin - Contemporary & Commercial
Wednesday - Kimberley Maguire - Drama & Singing
Thursday - Emily Nash - Boot Camp & Performance Technique...
Friday - TBC - but possible Theatrical Set / mask Making
All teachers are ex Team Sussex ❤
You DO NOT have to be a pupil to join in the fun! Day rate is £40
15th February 2017
Back by popular demand is our Summer School August 14-18. Booking forms will be available next week, £130 for the week to include drinks and biscuits (not lunch) Schedule so far is.....
Monday - Abigail Burgess - Panto Workshop
Tuesday - Becki Baldwin - Contemporary & Commercial
Wednesday - Kimberley Maguire - Drama & Singing
Thursday - Emily Nash - Boot Camp & Performance Technique...
Friday - TBC - but possible Theatrical Set / mask Making
All teachers are ex Team Sussex ❤
You DO NOT have to be a pupil to join in the fun! Day rate is £40
Happy New Year!
31st December 2016
Wishing a very Happy New Year to all! 2017 is going to be busy but brilliant, it's not too late to join us so contact us to join Team Sussex!
Don't forget term starts on MONDAY 2nd JANUARY!!!!!
31st December 2016
Wishing a very Happy New Year to all! 2017 is going to be busy but brilliant, it's not too late to join us so contact us to join Team Sussex!
Don't forget term starts on MONDAY 2nd JANUARY!!!!!
Congratulations to our Ballet department on amazing exam results 100%! Miss. Pippa
Added Events
21st July 2016
We've recently added some events to the section of our website so be sure to check to find our more information on our exciting line up for summer school, our GRAND talent show and our Merry Christmas Disco Party!
21st July 2016
We've recently added some events to the section of our website so be sure to check to find our more information on our exciting line up for summer school, our GRAND talent show and our Merry Christmas Disco Party!
What's happening at Sussex Dance Studios in 2016?
December 2015
New beginnings for the drama department as we branch into ADULTS 'THE BROADWAY PLAYERS' starting on Tuesday 12th Jan 2016, 8 - 10 pm.
Thursdays 5.30 - 8pm - Youth Group (up to 16).
The Royal Hippodrome Theatre is booked for a double bill 30th June - 2nd July for BUGSY MALONE (Youth) and STEPPING OUT (Adults)
We've also booked 1st - 4th December 2016 at the Royal Hippodrome for our Christmas Production of 'ANNIE'.
December 2015
New beginnings for the drama department as we branch into ADULTS 'THE BROADWAY PLAYERS' starting on Tuesday 12th Jan 2016, 8 - 10 pm.
Thursdays 5.30 - 8pm - Youth Group (up to 16).
The Royal Hippodrome Theatre is booked for a double bill 30th June - 2nd July for BUGSY MALONE (Youth) and STEPPING OUT (Adults)
We've also booked 1st - 4th December 2016 at the Royal Hippodrome for our Christmas Production of 'ANNIE'.
Students starring in Christmas shows in Eastbourne
December 2015
Olivia Sorrell-Fleet is taking the Hippodrome by storm as the youngest performer in the Christmas Variety show. She has so far completed 9 shows out of the 15!
Lewis Daynes, Sean Wilson & Ben Evans have all appeared in PETER PAN at the Devonshire Park Theatre this December.
December 2015
Olivia Sorrell-Fleet is taking the Hippodrome by storm as the youngest performer in the Christmas Variety show. She has so far completed 9 shows out of the 15!
Lewis Daynes, Sean Wilson & Ben Evans have all appeared in PETER PAN at the Devonshire Park Theatre this December.
Success at the East Sussex Youth Awards
November 2015
Bethany Terri Abrahams - won young dancer of the year - for her work with disabled children in Sri Lanka in the summer and also her own personal achievements.
Michael Cullen - Our Musical Director - Won Young Musician of the year
Corey Hennelly - Highly Commended Young actor of the year
November 2015
Bethany Terri Abrahams - won young dancer of the year - for her work with disabled children in Sri Lanka in the summer and also her own personal achievements.
Michael Cullen - Our Musical Director - Won Young Musician of the year
Corey Hennelly - Highly Commended Young actor of the year
Sussex student shooting a series of educational films
27th September 2015
Olivia Sorrell-Fleet has been enjoying a few days filming with Helbling Languages. Olivia plays twin Lucy. The educational films will be shown worldwide, helping foreign teenagers learn how to speak English. The DVD's are then shown in schools.
Olivia is loving the experience of being in front of the camera filming. So far she has filmed at Brighton railway station and an antique shop. Soon she will be filming at Paulton's Park and the London eye.
27th September 2015
Olivia Sorrell-Fleet has been enjoying a few days filming with Helbling Languages. Olivia plays twin Lucy. The educational films will be shown worldwide, helping foreign teenagers learn how to speak English. The DVD's are then shown in schools.
Olivia is loving the experience of being in front of the camera filming. So far she has filmed at Brighton railway station and an antique shop. Soon she will be filming at Paulton's Park and the London eye.
Students to star in Treasure Island
2nd July 2015
Congratulations to Olivia, Faith, Evie and Mia for auditioning and being cast in the August professional production of Treasure Island at the Hippodrome Theatre!
2nd July 2015
Congratulations to Olivia, Faith, Evie and Mia for auditioning and being cast in the August professional production of Treasure Island at the Hippodrome Theatre!
Young Stars chosen for The Nutcracker
13th June 2015
Huge congratulations to Lucie, Faith, Olivia and Katie for all being accepted for Southern Youth Ballet's production of The Nutcracker in December! Showing in Eastbourne.
13th June 2015
Huge congratulations to Lucie, Faith, Olivia and Katie for all being accepted for Southern Youth Ballet's production of The Nutcracker in December! Showing in Eastbourne.
Student secures part in Snow White with the London Children's Ballet
23rd April 2015
Congratulations to Faith Moloney on successfully auctioning for and performing in Snow White at The Peacock Theatre, London with the London Children's Ballet 23-26 April 2015. Faith was also cast in one of the principal roles as Sleepy the dwarf. We are all incredibly proud of her achievement. www.londonchildrensballet.com
23rd April 2015
Congratulations to Faith Moloney on successfully auctioning for and performing in Snow White at The Peacock Theatre, London with the London Children's Ballet 23-26 April 2015. Faith was also cast in one of the principal roles as Sleepy the dwarf. We are all incredibly proud of her achievement. www.londonchildrensballet.com
Students Highly Commended
22 March 2015
All our students achieved a Highly Commended at the Sussex Heat of the Classical Greek Dance Festival
22 March 2015
All our students achieved a Highly Commended at the Sussex Heat of the Classical Greek Dance Festival
Ruby Ginner Awards 2014
19th October 2014
Very proud of Team Sussex today! Callie achieved Commended, Faith and Lucie achieved Highly Commended and Olivia 3rd place for Class A. Whoo Hoo!!!
19th October 2014
Very proud of Team Sussex today! Callie achieved Commended, Faith and Lucie achieved Highly Commended and Olivia 3rd place for Class A. Whoo Hoo!!!
Grade 1 and 2 Ballet Students accepted into the Southern Youth
Ballet
18th June 2014
Big congratulations to Olivia (grade 2) and Katie (grade 1) for successfully auditioning for Southern Youth Ballet's production of Coppelia which will be on stage on the 29th November at the Congress Theatre Eastbourne.
We're all very proud!
18th June 2014
Big congratulations to Olivia (grade 2) and Katie (grade 1) for successfully auditioning for Southern Youth Ballet's production of Coppelia which will be on stage on the 29th November at the Congress Theatre Eastbourne.
We're all very proud!
Sussex Dance Events is a cha cha cha success!
17th June 2014
Sussex Dance Events attended a very special wedding at the weekend. Claire and David were our first dance couple who learned the Cha Cha Cha and wowed their guests at their evening reception! The routine was choreographed by our very own Miss Pippa.
If you have a special event coming up and would like Sussex Dance Events to provide the entertainment please get in touch!
17th June 2014
Sussex Dance Events attended a very special wedding at the weekend. Claire and David were our first dance couple who learned the Cha Cha Cha and wowed their guests at their evening reception! The routine was choreographed by our very own Miss Pippa.
If you have a special event coming up and would like Sussex Dance Events to provide the entertainment please get in touch!
School production rehearsals begin
16th June 2014
Red Riding Hood Ride Again! Rehearsals start on Thursday (Still at the TREES) 5:30pm - 8pm.
We are looking forward to welcoming some new faces to the cast. £7.50 per session.
16th June 2014
Red Riding Hood Ride Again! Rehearsals start on Thursday (Still at the TREES) 5:30pm - 8pm.
We are looking forward to welcoming some new faces to the cast. £7.50 per session.
Pupils shine in Wind and the Willows production
14th June 2014
This year's first school production of Wind in the Willows was performed at Broadway United Church over the weekend and was a huge success. The cast put on two great shows and worked so hard to pull this together learning the songs, scripts and dances. The dedication of the whole team allowed each pupil to shine, and what a talented cast they were! Thank you to all who came and supported the show.
A note from Miss Lisa "What a talented cast we have! This just goes to prove that we are getting stronger and better and better - onwards and upwards my little soldiers. A massive thank you to ALL the parents that have supported the show!"
Now onto rehearse our next school production of 'Red Riding Hood Rides Again' which will be performed early December.
14th June 2014
This year's first school production of Wind in the Willows was performed at Broadway United Church over the weekend and was a huge success. The cast put on two great shows and worked so hard to pull this together learning the songs, scripts and dances. The dedication of the whole team allowed each pupil to shine, and what a talented cast they were! Thank you to all who came and supported the show.
A note from Miss Lisa "What a talented cast we have! This just goes to prove that we are getting stronger and better and better - onwards and upwards my little soldiers. A massive thank you to ALL the parents that have supported the show!"
Now onto rehearse our next school production of 'Red Riding Hood Rides Again' which will be performed early December.
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Full set of Distinctions achieved at the Imperial Ballet exams
9th May 2014
We are thrilled to announce that our junior ballerinas who attend the Imperial Ballet examinations up at ISTD HQ last month all achieved a Distinction!
What a great set of girls!
9th May 2014
We are thrilled to announce that our junior ballerinas who attend the Imperial Ballet examinations up at ISTD HQ last month all achieved a Distinction!
What a great set of girls!