So it’s the end of the academic year, I have just finished my second year of university. It’s a scaring feeling that this time next year I will be graduating and going into the big wide world! At the end of each academic years my course have a week-long conference that concludes with an award … Continue reading
In conversation with someone, they said I had to watch this clip: WOW the synchronization is insane! The moves are complete and gravity defying! Love the use of gaming as I think it is very on trend at the moment! Awesome!
This is something that has been bugging me for the past few days. Its merely something that I have noticed about myself. When I get upset, angry or have to take on a challenge, my immediate/automatic reaction is to put my hair into a ballet bun and to straighten my posture as if preparing to … Continue reading
It was announced earlier today that Darcey Bussell will be the new President of the Royal Academy of Dance. Darcey will be replacing Dame Antoinette Sibley who held the position for 21 years. Darcey will be the 4th of president in the organisation’s history, which spans 92 years. On the RAD website Darcey commented ”It is a privilege to be asked … Continue reading
The multi-award wining powerhouse for dance is swinging its doors open and offering a day of free taster classes and events. This looks to be a great event with talks from dancers & Academy staff, wardrobe demonstrations, taster classes and a talk from Mark Skipper, Northern Ballet Chief Executive Officer. All the events are free but … Continue reading
The English National Ballet School have announced that Samira Saidi will be the new Director of Dance. Samira will join the school in August. Samira has a breadth of experience, having danced with the Birmingham Royal Ballet for over 20 years and working for Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Education department. In a press release Samira said ‘Over … Continue reading
THIS LOOKS AMAZING! First Position is a film documentary due to be released on the 4th of May in the USA. Created by Sundance First position follows the story of 6 talented dancers as they compete in the Youth America Grand Prix. It has won a breadth of awards and I really hope it … Continue reading
