Dance & Education
Dance within formal education settings and prestigious UK dance institutions. Articles examine curriculum requirements, summer programmes and the history of major ballet organisations.
A History of Sadler's Wells
Sadler's Wells in north London has hosted world-class dancers for nearly 300 years, evolving from a music hall with a medicinal well into a premier dance venue.
A History of the Royal Academy of Dance
How the Royal Academy of Dance went from fixing poor teaching standards in 1930 to becoming a global institution.
A History of the Royal Ballet
From a 1926 dance school to one of the world's most prestigious ballet companies, here's how the Royal Ballet came to be.
Dance in Schools: National Curriculum and Extra-curricular
UK schools teach dance in PE, but quality varies widely depending on whether teachers have proper training in the subject.
Dance Summer Schools: Are They Worth It?
Dance summer schools offer intensive training and performance opportunities, but parents should weigh the cost against their child's skill level and interest.