Background Information
The school was first established in 2001 by Sarah Burnell. She is a fully qualified teacher with I.S.T.D (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) and has worked extensively in dance, theatre and choreography. She has also taught drama and was a member of The National Youth Music Theatre UK.
 The school is based in the Pencoed area. Its main aim is to offer students the opportunity to learn in a happy and exciting environment. Classes are offered in Modern Theatre, Jazz and Tap. Students are taken from 3 years and upwards with boys and girls both welcome! Adult classes are also offered in jazz and tap. Students are encouraged to take examinations with the I.S.T.D. (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) however, this is not compulsory. Major vocational examinations also studied. The school boasts a 100% pass rate.
The school also takes part in many festivals and shows. Results in recent years have shown what exceptional standards the school’s students have achieved.
Achievements
- 100% pass rate in children’s grades and vocational grades
- Success at the All England Dance Finals both at regional and national finals
Charity Performances
Fund raising performances for good causes have always been important to the school, examples of such shows included:
- 5th March 2005, Bridgend Recreation Centre, Performance in aid of Nail Patella Syndrome.
- 4th March 2006, the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, “Let’s Entertain You”
- 3rd March 2007, the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, “Let’s Face the Music and Dance” proceeds in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
- 8th April 2011, concert at Llanharan RFC Hall, - an Evening of Song and Dance supporting "Cymorth I Cerys"
Shows
- Saturday 8th March 2008, the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, "Dancing on the Ceiling".
- Sunday 8th March 2009, the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, "One Night Only !"
- Sunday 21st March 2010 , the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, "Dancing in the Street"
- Sunday 20th March 2011 , the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, "Dancing Feet !"
- Sunday 11th March 2012, the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, TBA
BLOG
Some of the school’s students have started their own Blog (on BEBO) where they exchange comments (requires membership / password access).
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