London Summer School 2019 Information Pack

LONDON SUMMER SCHOOL 2019

Photo: David Tett

INFORMATION PACK

CONTENTS

Page

1. Contact List 3

2. Map of venue 4

3. Travel information 5-7

4. Hotels near the RAD 8-10

5. Registration information 11

6. Collection information 12

7. General information 13-15

8. Accommodation information 16

9. Outings and Events 17-20

10. Uniform Checklist 21

11. Faculty Biographies 22-29

12. Open Day and Tuition Award 30

13. Other RAD Summer Events 2019 31

14. Forms (to be completed and returned at registration) 32-33

a. Parental Permission Consent Form (residential students) b. Parental Permission Consent Form (non- residential students)

15. Code of Conduct 34

16. Merchandise Flyer 35

1. CONTACT LIST

Student Activities Department Royal Academy of Dance 36 Battersea Square London, SW11 3RA

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7326 8072 Fax: +44 (0) 20 7924 3129 Email: [email protected] Website: www.rad.org.uk

Summer School Venue Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) headquarters 36 Battersea Square London, SW11 3RA

Summer School Accommodation Elm Grove Roehampton University Digby Stuart College Roehampton Lane London, SW15 5PU

If you wish to send correspondence to students at the accommodation, please ensure you indicate that they are marked ‘C/O Royal Academy of Dance’.

The telephone number for the Summer School Housemother (to be used in emergencies only) will be confirmed prior to arrival at the Summer School. For non-emergencies, the office number above should be used.

Please note that the Housemother may not be able to answer the phone or call you back immediately.

2. MAP OF ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE HEADQUARTERS

3. TRAVEL INFORMATION

For up-to-date travel information please visit the Transport for London website: www.tfl.gov.uk www.journeyplanner.org/

FROM THE AIRPORT TO CENTRAL LONDON:

There are two main London airports: Heathrow and Gatwick.

HEATHROW

Airport Website: www.heathrowairport.com/

Buses – National Express run frequent coach services throughout the day with journey times to London Victoria of between 45 minutes – 1 hour.

Underground - The Piccadilly Line runs from the airport into central London.

Train – Heathrow Express trains run to and from London Paddington every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 15 minutes. Heathrow Connect trains stopping service to London Paddington runs every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 26 minutes.

Taxi - London taxis are available outside each terminal. The cost to central London is approximately £45- £70, and the journey time is approximately 1 hour.

GATWICK

Airport Website: www.gatwickairport.com/

Buses – easyBus to Fulham Broadway (West London) runs every 15 minutes and the journey takes 1 hour. National Express coaches run every hour and the journey takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

Train – Gatwick Express trains run to London Victoria every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 30-35 minutes. Southern Trains to London Victoria via East Croydon and Clapham Junction run every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 35 minutes.

Taxi - Journey times and costs vary depending on your destination, but take around 65 minutes to central London.

TRANSPORT LINKS TO ROEHAMPTON UNIVERSITY

From Heathrow Airport – travel by Heathrow Express train to Paddington Station, then travel by Underground train (District line) to Putney Bridge and take Bus 265 from Stop FB to Roehampton University.

From Gatwick Airport – travel by Southern Train to Clapham Junction Station. Change trains at Clapham Junction Station and take a Southwest Train to Barnes Station, then take Bus 265 from Stop B to Roehampton University. NB. It may be easier to travel to Roehampton University from Gatwick Airport.

Bus – Bus 265 travels from Putney Bridge Underground Station directly to Roehampton University Main Entrance.

Coach - There is a main coach station at London Victoria serving all areas of the country.

Train – The nearest mainline train station is Barnes Station from which Roehampton University is a 10 minute walk. Alternatively, you can take Bus 265 directly to Roehampton University Main Entrance from outside the train station.

Underground – The nearest underground station is East Putney (District line), which is 1.6 miles from Roehampton University.

Car – Car parking is available on the campus at Roehampton University on a first-come-first-served basis.

Taxi – Please find below a list of local taxi telephone numbers in Roehampton: Barnes Cars Ltd: +44 (0)20 8876 6666 Roehampton Cars Ltd: +44 (0)20 8780 9000

TRANSPORT LINKS TO RAD HEADQUARTERS, BATTERSEA

Train The nearest mainline train station to RAD headquarters is Clapham Junction. From Clapham Junction Station (Grant Road exit) the Academy headquarters is a 15 minute walk or take the 170 bus which stops outside the main gates (Battersea High Street).

Underground The nearest underground stations to the Academy headquarters are:

South Kensington (Piccadilly, District and Circle lines) Take the 345 or 49 bus from outside the underground station.

Sloane Square (District and Circle Lines) Take the 319 or 19 bus from outside the underground station.

All of the above buses stop at Battersea Bridge and the Academy is a 10 minute walk along Battersea Church Road / Westbridge Road.

London Victoria (Victoria, District and Circle Lines) Take the 170 bus from outside the mainline station directly to RAD headquarters.

THE ACADEMY REGRETS THAT OUR STAFF ARE UNABLE TO MEET ANY STUDENTS AT THE AIRPORTS OR TRAIN STATIONS.

For students who are travelling unaccompanied and wish to be chaperoned from their point of arrival to their accommodation, there are a number of services available that operate in the London area. Please note that the Chaperone Services are independent companies, and are not linked to the Academy.

CHAPERONE SERVICES:

AIRPORT ANGELS Tel: +44 (0) 7508 618 006 Email: [email protected] Website: www.airportangels.net You will find an enquiry form on the homepage of the website

ROSSTYLES CHAUFFEURS Tel: +44 (0) 1793 845791 Email: [email protected] Website: www.rosstyleschauffeurs.co.uk

If you decide to use these companies we would be most grateful if you could notify the Training Department of the arrangements.

4. HOTELS NEAR THE RAD

Teachers who are accompanying groups of students; parents who are arriving in London in time for the Open Day; or Non-Residential groups may require accommodation near to the RAD. Please find details of a range of accommodation options below:

Copthorne Tara Hotel London - Room Rate Kensington Rates from £130 per room per night, including Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London W8 5SR breakfast

Reservations 2.3 miles from the RAD +44 (0) 20 7872 2533 www.millenniumhotels.co.uk The Regency Hotel Room rate 100 Queen's Gate Rates from £120 per room per night South Kensington London SW7 5AG 2.3 miles from RAD

Reservations  020 7373 7878 [email protected] Express by Holiday Inn – Wandsworth Room rate Smugglers Way Rates from £105.00 per room per night, inclusive of Wandsworth breakfast and VAT London SW18 1EG 1.5 miles from RAD

Reservations 0800 897121 www.hiexpress.com Travel Lodge - Battersea Room rate 200 York Road Rates from £61.00 per room per night, inclusive of Battersea VAT London Breakfast available at an additional charge SW11 3SA 0.8 miles from RAD Reservations  0871 984 6189 www.travellodge.co.uk Travel Lodge – Clapham Junction Room rate 155 Falcon Road Rates from £56.00 per room per night, inclusive of Clapham VAT London Breakfast available at an additional charge SW11 2PD 0.8 miles from RAD Reservations  0871 9846370 www.travellodge.co.uk

The Lodge Hotel Room rate 52 – 54 Upper Richmond Road Rates available upon request Putney London 2.2 miles from RAD SW15 2RN

 + 44 (0) 20 8874 1598 Fax + 44 (0) 20 8874 0910 [email protected] www.thelodgehotellondon.com The Lavender Hotel Room rate 18 Lavender Sweep Rooms from £60 per room per night London SW11 1HA 1 mile from RAD

+ 44 (0) 20 7585 2767 or + 44 (0) 20 7223 1973 Fax +44 (0) 20 7924 6274 www.thelavenderguesthouse.com London Putney Bridge Room rate 3 Putney Bridge Approach Rooms from £70 per night London SW6 3JD 2.6 miles from RAD

Reservations  0871 527 8674 www.premierinnuk.co.uk Doubletree Hilton, Chelsea Room rate Imperial Road Rates available on request Imperial Wharf London 1.5 miles from RAD SW6 2GA

 +44 (0) 20 7420 4963 www.jurysinns.com Hotel Verta Room rate Bridges Court Road Rooms from £92 per room per night Battersea London 0.7 miles from RAD SW11 3RP

 +44 (0) 20 7420 4956 www.hotelverta.com Hotel Rafayel Room rate 34 Lombard Road Rooms from £119 per night London SW11 3RF 0.4 miles from RAD

 +44 (0) 20 7420 4953 www.hotelrafayel.com

Jennifer Underwood Willing to provide accommodation for short stays. West Hill Double and single room with either own or shared Wandsworth bathroom. + 44 (0) 20 8870 5897 (home) [email protected] Rates vary – please call for further information Approx £120 per week or £20.00 per night. Imperial College London Beit Hall South Kensington + 44 (0) 20 7594 9506

Useful accommodation websites : www.londontouristboard.com/accommodation www.airbnb.co.uk www.booking.com/London-Accommodation ‎ www.trivago.co.uk/London-Accommodation

5. REGISTRATION INFORMATION

RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS

Residential students must go straight to Roehampton University on Sunday 14 July, Sunday 21 July, Sunday 28 July or Sunday 4 August

 All residential students will be registered for the Summer School between 2.00pm - 4.00pm in Elm Grove Reception, Digby Stuart College, Roehampton University, Roehampton Lane, SW15 5PU on one of the following dates:

 Sunday 14 July 2019  Sunday 21 July 2019  Sunday 28 July 2019  Sunday 4 August 2019

 Please note that there are no places to eat on the Roehampton University site on the day of registration.

 Parents/guardians are requested to ensure students are registered with a member of RAD personnel (identifiable by name badges) before leaving them.

 There will be a welcome meeting for all residential students, Housemother and Chaperones at 4.00pm on each Sunday of the Summer School. We advise that all parents/guardians attend the welcome meeting with their child/ward.

NON-RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS

All non-residential students should register at the Academy headquarters at 9.00am on the Monday of the week they have enrolled on. During registration students will be given a timetable and introduced to their Chaperones.

6. COLLECTION INFORMATION

Residential students: Residential students must be collected at 1.15pm on Saturday 20 July, Saturday 27 July, Saturday 3 August or Saturday 10 August from Academy headquarters. All residential students should bring their luggage with them to the Academy on the Saturday morning, and it will be stored during their classes. We would appreciate prompt collection of your children/wards at the close of the Summer School.

Non-Residential students: Parents are reminded that students should be collected promptly at the end of each day. The Academy does not hold responsibility for the students once the Summer School day is over.

You were required to indicate at the time of applying whether your child/ward will be collected by an adult, or making their own way home at the end of each day, and if applicable you were requested to enter the name of a designated adult responsible for collecting the student. Please ensure you notify the RAD staff at registration if you would like to make any changes to this.

Parents are kindly requested not to visit students during the week, either at the Academy or accommodation address. Thank you.

7. GENERAL INFORMATION

Timetables: A full timetable will be issued to all students on the first day of the course. Please see below provisional drop-off and collection timings for non-residential students. Please note that these are subject to change.

Week 1: Non-residential Students Start Time Finish Time Mon 15 July 9.00am (registration) 4.30pm Tue 16 July 10.00am 4.30pm Wed 17 July 10.00am Collect from RAD HQ at 4.30pm and drop off at theatre at 7.00pm Thurs 18 July 10.00am 4.30pm Fri 19 July 10.00am 4.30pm Sat 20 July 9.00am 1.15pm

Week 2: Non-residential Students Start Time Finish Time Mon 22 July 9.00am (registration) 4.30pm Tue 23 July 10.00am Collect from RAD HQ at 4.30pm and drop off at theatre at 7.00pm Wed 24 July 10.00am 4.30pm Thurs 25 July 10.00am 4.30pm Fri 26 July 10.00am 4.30pm Sat 27 July 9.00am 1.15pm

Week 3: Non-residential Students Start Time Finish Time Mon 29 July 9.00am (registration) 4.30pm Tue 30 July 10.00am 4.30pm Wed 31 July 10.00am Collect from RAD HQ at 4.30pm and drop off at theatre at 7.00pm Thurs 1 August 10.00am 4.30pm Fri 2 August 10.00am 4.30pm Sat 3 August 9.00am 1.15pm

Week 4: Non-residential Students Start Time Finish Time Mon 5 August 9.00am (registration) 4.30pm Tue 6 August 10.00am Collect from RAD HQ at 4.30pm and drop off at theatre at 7.00pm Wed 7 August 10.00am 4.30pm Thurs 8 August 10.00am 4.30pm Fri 9 August 10.00am 4.30pm Sat 10 August 9.00am 1.15pm

Class Placement: Allocation to classes is at the discretion of the Academy and the Artistic Advisor. Class allocation is determined by the information provided on the application form, which includes last examination taken, current grade studying and age. No reports, assessments or correspondence will be entered into regarding group allocation or the participant’s progress during the Summer School. Changes to groups will not be made, unless advised by members of the teaching faculty. Please refrain from requesting a change to a student’s group either before or during registration. Students will be introduced to their group when they arrive at the Summer School.

Lunch: A cold lunch including sandwiches, salads, snacks and fruit will be served to all students at the Academy. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day.

Medication / Allergies: Please ensure that you have informed the Academy of any allergies to medication and/or food that students may suffer from, as well as any required medication, so that the Housemother and Chaperones can be informed. Please note that as part of the Summer School, make-up and hair products may be used. If your child/ward has sensitive skin, we would advise that they bring their own make-up that they would usually use for examination/performances. We will provide wet wipes to remove make up.

Insurance: Participants are advised to consider taking out insurance against withdrawal due to injury/illness or requiring medical treatment or hospitalisation; or due to personal or family reasons which might prevent them completing the course. Participants with an existing injury attend the course at their own risk. Please ensure that you bring with you any necessary paperwork relating to your medical insurance cover and your entitlement to receiving medical treatment in the UK (if relevant).

Taxis: In the event of a medical emergency it may be necessary for your child/ward to be accompanied to an NHS Walk-In Centre for assessment via taxi. In this instance you will be required to reimburse the Academy for a return taxi fare. We will contact you to arrange payment.

Emergency: For contact names and numbers please refer to the contact list in section1.

Pocket Money & Valuables: Students will NOT require a large amount of cash during the Summer School. The Academy cannot be held responsible for safeguarding any money or valuables, and cannot be held liable for any loss. Students should carry their valuables with them at all times. We can store students’ passports in the Academy safe and distribute them on the final Saturday. The Royal Academy of Dance will not accept any liability for missing passports. Please do not leave the Academy on the final day of the Summer School without your passport.

Weekend students (those staying two consecutive weeks): Students should bring an Oyster card, with a minimum of £20 credit or a contactless debit/credit card for outings at the weekend when coach travel is not arranged.

Photography / Filming: Students are not permitted to take photographs or videos during classes. Please note that RAD staff will take a photo of your child on the first day for internal identification purposes and it will not be publically used. Some classes may be professionally photographed by the

RAD for documentation and future publicity purposes. Photographic consent was sought in the application form. Please speak to a member of RAD staff if you have concerns.

Visas: Students from non EU countries should check before leaving their own country as to whether they require an entry visa for the UK.

Climate: Though July/August is technically summer, the climate is changeable and provision should be made for rain and cold weather. All students are advised to bring at least one warm jacket, sweater and rainwear.

Code of Conduct: During the Summer School students are expected to follow the Code of Conduct of the school. This will be explained to all students at the welcome meeting. The Academy reserves the right to exclude or refuse any student prior to, or during the school. In this instance no refund will be given. The Academy will not be held responsible for any damage or injury, however caused, to any student attending the course.

Safety: Our attitude to safety must be upheld by the students; even if they are allowed a much greater level of freedom at home, it is essential that safety holds a higher priority than each student’s individual lifestyle. Students under the age of 18 years are not permitted to leave the Academy or accommodation campus without being accompanied by a Chaperone. If something or someone is causing concern or worry to the students during their time at the Academy, we ask that they speak to the Housemother or ask Reception to call one of our Trusted Adults: Louisa Dalton (Lead Student Activities Officer or Gia Gray (Dance School Manager) in the Training Department on the ground floor. Students can also speak to their teachers or chaperones, and there’s always someone to help at reception. Or should they prefer, email [email protected] and we’ll be there to help.

Merchandise: Summer School t-shirts, water bottles and bags are available to pre-order via the order form (please download from website). Summer merchandise as well as RAD ballet shoes, leotards, tights, socks and a large selection of books will be available for purchase before and after classes at the RAD Shop on the ground floor of the building:

Royal Academy of Dance Enterprises Ltd Tel: +44 (0) 20 7326 8080 | Website: www.radenterprises.co.uk

SHOP OPENING TIMES: Monday: 10.00am – 6.00pm Tuesday: 10.00am – 6.00pm Wednesday: 10.00am – 6.00pm Thursday: 10.00am – 6.00pm Friday: 10.00am – 5.30pm Saturday: 9.00am – 3.30pm

Shop opening times are correct at time of print.

8. ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

ELM GROVE, ROEHAMPTON UNIVERSITY

Accommodation has been booked at Elm Grove, Roehampton University (for address see page 3) for all residential students attending the Summer School from the afternoon of Sunday 14, 21, 28 July and Sunday 4 August until the arranged day of departure.

 Room Allocation: Single room accommodation has been arranged at Elm Grove. All rooms have ensuite facilities. Room allocation is at the discretion of the Academy and rooms are issued on a first-come-first- served basis.

 Meals: Breakfast and a choice of evening meals are served daily in Digby Stuart Canteen, Roehampton University. A cold sandwich/salad lunch will be served at the Academy.

 Telephones: Mobile phones may not be used during the day, other than in the event of an emergency. Chaperones will look after students’ phones during class time. In the evenings students are permitted to use mobile phones, however if students are found to be using mobile phones after lights-out, Chaperones reserve the right to look after mobile phones overnight.

 Towels and bed linen are provided.

 Laundry facilities are available on site. The cost is £2.00 per wash £1.00 per dryer.

 Housemother/Chaperones: We provide Chaperones and a Housemother who will supervise the students at all times. We encourage students to speak to their Chaperone/Housemother in the first instance about any problems or issues that arise, before calling their parents/guardians.

 Coaches will be arranged for transport between Roehampton University and Academy headquarters, and the theatre outing for residential students only.

 Please note that there are no televisions at the accommodation. We would strongly suggest you bring plenty of books, games and activities to keep you occupied in the evenings.

 Any costs incurred through damage to or loss of equipment at Roehampton University by Summer School students will be passed on to the relevant parent/guardian.

 Internet access: There is Wi Fi internet access at the accommodation available free of charge in students rooms. Once your child/ward has enrolled they will be able to connect to the server and create an account to use this service.

For residential students attending two consecutive weeks of the Summer School, classes will end at 1.15pm on Saturday 21 July (week 1), Saturday 28 July (week 2), Saturday 4 August (week 3) and Saturday 11 August (week 4). Small outings may be arranged over the weekend period, see Section 9, page 17. Meals will be provided for all students, and they will be fully supervised during these days.

We do not encourage parents to take their children out during the week. However, if you wish to take your child out on Saturday afternoon or Sunday, please complete the Parental Permission Consent Form included with this pack and return it at registration.

9. OUTINGS AND EVENTS

WEEKEND OUTINGS

For residential students attending two consecutive weeks of the Summer School, classes will end at 1.15pm on Saturday 20 July (week 1), Saturday 27 July (week 2), Saturday 3 August (week 3) and Saturday 10 August (week 4). Small outings to local shops/attractions may be arranged over the weekend. Meals will be provided for all students, and they will be fully supervised during these days.

Students should bring an Oyster card, with a minimum of £20 credit or a contactless debit/credit card for outings at the weekend when coach travel is not arranged.

If you do not wish your child/ward to participate on these outings please notify a member of the Training Department at the time of registration.

THEATRE TRIPS

Tickets have been ordered for all students (residential and non-residential). If any non-residential students are unable to attend the theatre trip, please inform the Training Department as soon as possible.

 On the day of the theatre trip, all non-residential students will need to be collected from the Academy at 4.30pm by a parent/guardian and taken to the theatre where they will be met by a member of RAD staff at 7.00pm.  Students may wish to have a small amount of money to purchase a programme or refreshment.  One ice cream has been ordered for each student for the performance. Students will be required to choose an ice cream flavour at registration.  The use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited whilst at the theatre.

Week 1: School of Rock, Wednesday 17 July at 7.30pm

Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn a few extra bucks by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar- shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. While teaching these pint-sized prodigies what it means to truly rock, Dewey falls for the school’s beautiful, but uptight headmistress, helping her rediscover the wild child within.

Featuring 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber and all the original songs from the movie, this high-octane smash delivers face-melting guitar riffs and touching romance in equally awesome doses!

Venue: New London Theatre, 166 Drury Lane, London, WC2B 5PW Start: 7.30pm Finish: 10.00pm

We request that all non-residential students are collected promptly from outside the theatre at the end of the performance (10.00pm). The nearest Underground Station is Covent Garden.

After the performance, please ensure that you notify an RAD member of staff before leaving the theatre with your child and sign the student release form.

Week 2: Aladdin, Tuesday 23 July at 7.30pm

Walt Disney Theatricals brought their Tony Award nominated production of Aladdin the Musical to London's West End at the Prince Edward Theatre in May 2016. Since opening on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theatre on 20 March 2014, the show has been enjoyed by thousands of audience members from around the world, bringing the colourful and memorable tale to life in a unique and dazzling way.

Directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon, Something Rotten), the show leaps to the stage bursting with dramatic flair and boundless energy. The musical stays true to the original 1991 animated feature, and tells the story of Aladdin, a street urchin who meets and falls in love with Princess Jasmine. However, Jasmine can only marry a prince, but all is not lost as Aladdin owns a magic lamp, and with the help of its Genie sets out to win the hand of his princess in marriage.

Venue: Prince Edward Theatre, 28 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 4HS Start: 7.30pm Finish: 10.00pm

We request that all non-residential students are collected promptly from outside the theatre at the end of the performance (10.00pm). The nearest Underground Station is Covent Garden.

After the performance, please ensure that you notify an RAD member of staff before leaving the theatre with your child and sign the student release form.

Week 3: Wicked, Wednesday 31 July at 7.30pm

WICKED, the West End and Broadway musical sensation, is already the 9th longest running musical in London theatre history. Winner of over 100 major awards, including three Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards and ten theatregoer-voted WhatsOnStage Awards (winning ‘Best West End Show’ on three separate occasions), the classic musical has now been seen by almost 10 million people in London alone.

‘Packed with wit, storming songs and beautiful costumes’ (The Guardian), WICKED imagines an ingenious backstory and future possibilities to the lives of L. Frank Baum’s beloved characters from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and reveals the decisions and events that shape the destinies of two unlikely University friends on their journey to becoming Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Venue: Apollo Victoria Theatre, 17 Wilton Road, London, SW1V 1LG Start: 7.30pm Finish: 10.00pm

We request that all non-residential students are collected promptly from outside the theatre at the end of the performance (10.00pm). The nearest Underground Stations are Charing Cross and Embankment.

After the performance, please ensure that you notify an RAD member of staff before leaving the theatre with your child and sign the student release form.

Week 4: Wicked, Tuesday 6 August at 7.30pm

Venue: Apollo Victoria Theatre, 17 Wilton Road, London, SW1V 1LG Start: 7.30pm Finish: 10.00pm

After the performance, please ensure that you notify an RAD member of staff before leaving the theatre with your child and sign the student release form.

For students attending Weeks 3 & 4: The Lion King, Tuesday 6 August at 7.30pm

Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney’s multi-award winning musical The Lion King will redefine your expectations of the theatre.

Brilliantly reimagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney’s beloved film has been transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.

At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba – the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as the King of the Pridelands.

Venue: Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington St, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7RQ Start: 7.30pm Finish: 10.00pm

We request that all non-residential students are collected promptly from outside the theatre at the end of the performance (10.00pm). Numerous buses stop along the Strand and on Aldwych which are both close to the theatre. The nearest Underground Stations are Charing Cross and Covent Garden. Temple Station and Embankment Station are also within walking distance.

DISCO NIGHT

Enjoy a night of fun at the weekly Summer School disco. Non-residential students are welcome and must organise their own transport to and collection from the disco. Light refreshments will be served at the disco.

Week 1 – Thursday 18 July Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Week 2 – Thursday 25 July Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Week 3 – Thursday 1 August Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Week 4 – Thursday 8 August Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Venue: Digby Stuart College Roehampton University Roehampton Lane London, SW15 5PU

Train The nearest mainline train station is Barnes Station from which Roehampton University is a 10 minute walk. Alternatively you can take Bus 265 directly to Roehampton University Main Entrance from outside the train station.

Bus Bus 265 travels from Putney Bridge Underground Station or from Barnes mainline train station directly to Roehampton University Main Entrance.

10. UNIFORM CHECKLIST

Please make you that you bring ALL of the items listed below.

General (We would advise you have more than one leotard and extra socks)  Something warm to wear between classes e.g. tracksuit

Classical / Group Dances / Repertoire (Female) (Regular practice clothes)  Leotard x 3 (or more in any colour/design)  Pink tights / ankle socks x 2 (or more)  Ballet shoes - Please note pointe shoes are not required for this summer school  Hair-pins, elastics and hair nets  Character shoes and character skirt (if you have them)  Flat, medium height bun

Classical / Group Dances / Repertoire (Male) (Normal Practice clothes)  Navy or Black leggings/tights/shorts  White T-shirt / sleeveless leotard  White socks  Usual ballet shoes  Character shoes (if you have them)  Tidy hair, aware from the face

Creative/ Musical Theatre / Street Jazz / Yoga (Female & Male)  Leotard and footless tights/ leggings / shorts  Bare feet or Jazz shoes  Boys may wear uniform as for classical classes  Tidy hair, aware from the face

Hip Hop / Singing / Yoga (Female & Male)  T-shirt/ Leggings / footless tights / leggings/ shorts  Tracksuit and trainers

Please make sure ALL your garments are clearly labelled.

No valuables should be brought to the summer school.

No jewellery or watches or nail polish may be worn in class.

10.FACULTY BIOGRAPHIES

11. FACULTY BIOGRAPHIES

London Summer School Week 1: 15 – 20 July 2019

Anna Forbes Ballet Technique & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Anna was born in Aberdeen, Scotland and began dancing from the age of 2 at The Lindsay School of dance. She was also an associate of Scottish Ballet and it was following her year of training here that she gained a place at The Royal Ballet School. Her time at White Lodge was very special as she got the opportunity to dance with The Royal Ballet Company in the The Nutcracker for three seasons, also Swan Lake for 2 seasons, and in her penultimate year, Sleeping Beauty. Another highlight of her time here was getting the chance to be in a BBC documentary with Jennifer Saunders.

She completed her vocational training at Elmhurst School for dance in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet, where she gained her Trinity Diploma in professional dance. Upon graduating she performed with Ballet Ireland initially and then English National of the opera in the Westend was a definite Ballet for 2 years before transitioning into musical theatre. Playing the role of Meg Giry in Phantom of the Opera and performed the role of White Cat in CATS on board Oasis of the sea which travelled around the Caribbean for 9 months.

Since obtaining her RAD (PDTD) qualification in the summer of 2017 she has been teaching full time at a number of ballet schools in and around London and working at Tring Park Associates full time on a Saturday. She is very excited to be back at the RAD headquarters this year to teach at the summer school.

Maria Rowland ARAD PDTD Ballet Technique & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Maria trained at The Royal Ballet School, both White Lodge and Upper School before dancing with Images of Dance for 2 years. She has performed as a classical ballet dancer in England and Europe dancing with Glyndebourne Opera. Roncalli, Cirque d’Hiver, and for 9 years at Lido de Paris as a Bluebell and Principal Pas de Deux in the shows C’est Magique and Bonheur, where she was also a dance captain. Maria has performed in many galas and fashion shows throughout Europe and choreographed for Europa Park, Germany. She has also worked with Birmingham Royal Ballet.

Maria gained both her Diplome d’Etat in classical dance from Paris, France and her Professional Dancers Teachers Diploma from the Royal Academy of Dance in 2008. Since graduating Maria has taught at Urdang Dance Academy, D and B School of Performing Arts and London Studio Centre. Maria started working as a freelance ballet teacher for the Royal Academy of Dance in 2010 and was delighted to become Dance School Principal of the Dance School in 2011 where she stayed till 2018 before continuing her teaching profession at Arts Educational School London.

Maria was accepted as a Graded and Vocational Examiner for the Royal Academy of Dance in 2015.

Emma Dodds Creative

Emma trained at The Hammond School enjoying a diverse dance education in classical ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap and Spanish dance. Wishing to specialise in contemporary dance and develop herself as an artist and choreographer, she then went on to train at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance, graduating with a BA Hons Degree Dance Theatre. Emma has enjoyed a varied performing career from TV to theatre, ballet and independent projects. In 2017 Emma graduated from the RAD’s Professional Dancers’ Teaching Diploma, passing with Distinction. Since then, she has worked as an Associate Lecturer in Dance for the University of Surrey, as well as running her own youth dance projects and working as an RAD dance teacher in her local region. Emma now works on the teaching faculty at Ballet Theatre UK teaching contemporary dance technique, choreography and Pilates.

Sonny Ward Musical Theatre

Sonny started his professional training at the age of 17 after receiving a scholarship to attend Millennium Performing Arts, where he was awarded with a National Diploma in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre. He also trained as an actor with the National Youth Theatre in London and trained for many years as a flamenco dancer at the renowned Escuela de Baile in London.

Performing credits include: Cannon & Ball, Disneyland Paris, Scottish Opera, Ambition Ball at Emirates Stadium, Billy Elliot USA Workshop, Flamenco Spectacular at the Peacock Theatre, Dick Whittington Panto at London Zoo. Sonny has also worked for Warner Bros as a Slithering Student in two of the Harry Potter films.

Choreography credits include: Step Live! at Sadler’s Wells, Strictly Disco Fever for Move It 2015, Musical Medley for West End Live in Trafalgar Square, Little Shop of Horrors at the Evening Standard “Get Reading” event in Trafalgar Square, The Lord Mayor’s Show 2012, as well as TV commercials for Sainsburys, Weetabix, Littlewoods. Sonny has worked with music artists such as Tinie Tempah, Joel Compass with Rudimentals and GFrsh on various projects.

Sonny has taught Technical Jazz at Sylvia Young Theatre School for the past 8 years. He is a teacher for the Royal Academy of Dance and is company leader for the Step into Dance jazz company. Sonny has also taught at The Place, Hurtwood House and internationally.

Rhiannon Hopkins Singing

Rhiannon was a classical musician from a young age, achieving grade eight on both the piano and clarinet at the age of thirteen. She then went on to train as a dancer at Bodywork Company Studios in Cambridge and soon after graduating was lucky enough to travel the world as a dancer for Princess Cruises and then as a musician on P&O before returning to London. Last year she worked as Musical Director and played the role of 'Penny Scyllen' in 'Return to the Forbidden Planet' (Upstairs at the Gatehouse theatre). She also co-wrote and musical directed musical comedy 'Love Me Tinder' with Julie Atherton (Karma Sanctum, Soho.) Rhiannon now works as an actor-musician and composer and also performs as a musical comedian.

London Summer School Week 2: 22 – 27 July 2019

Liane McRae Dip PDTC Ballet Technique & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Liane trained at the Royal Ballet School and has worked with London City Ballet, English National Ballet, Scottish Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet. She gained the Academy’s Professional Dancer’s Teaching Diploma (PDTD) in July 2000 and went on to work at Northern Ballet School and was part of the Scottish Ballet Associate Programme. Liane then joined the faculty at RAD headquarters in London teaching children’s grades, and worked regularly for the RAD conducting Repertoire Workshops and Intensive Courses for Vocational students throughout the UK.

Liane went on to complete a two year placement in Dubai, after which she worked as a freelance teacher in London at organisations including Performers College and the Centre of Advanced Training Scheme. Liane also worked at The Dance School of Scotland and is now working as a freelance teacher in London. She has taught on a number of RAD Summer Schools worldwide and is a member of the Faculty of the RAD Dance School.

Paul Clarke Ballet Technique & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Paul had his early training with the Jean Kelly School of Dance in Leicester. At sixteen he was offered a place at the Rambert School of Ballet and moved to London to continue his training. Upon graduation he joined the Deutsche Oper Am Rhein Ballet – Düsseldorf, Germany, (1982-1987) dancing in ballets by George Balanchine, Jiri Kylian, Heinz Spoerli, Erich Walter, Roland Petit and many others. He also danced with Malmö Staats Theatre Sweden (1987-1988) and Hannover State Theatre, Germany, (1988-1996) where he was promoted to soloist and performed principle roles in both classical and contemporary ballets.

After his dance career, Paul returned to London and retrained as a stage and costume designer at the Wimbledon School of Art (1996-1999) gaining a BA (Hons) degree. Paul worked as a freelance theatre/ costume designer and freelance dancer from 1999-2006. His design credits include operas, ballets, contemporary dance, children’s theatre and several London West End musicals.

In 2006 Paul decided to return to dance, re-training and later graduating, from the Professional Dancers Teaching Diploma course (PDTD) at the Royal Academy of Dance London, with Distinction.

Paul taught at the Hammond School of Dance, Chester (2006-2007). He then returned to London to join the full-time ballet faculty at the Rambert School (2007-present). Paul has worked as External Examiner on the PDTD Course (2012-2015) and is a PDTD guest tutor for The Royal Academy of Dance (2016-present) and has taught on their London and International summer schools in Italy and Germany. Paul taught for the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, (ISTD) on their Boys Only Dance Day (2017), and has also worked as a consultant for the CDET (Council for Dance Education and Training) accrediting dance schools nation wide. Paul speaks fluent German.

Morgan Cloud MA Creative & Contemporary

Morgan holds a Master of Arts from London Contemporary Dance School and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Theatre from the University of Hawai’i at Manoa. He has performed across the UK, USA, Germany, Russia, and other European countries in contemporary and dance-theatre works by companies including Made by Katie Green, Troika Ranch, Nigel Charnock + Company, Smallpetitklein, and the Rosie Kay Dance Company. He has been commissioned to choreograph works for CAT West Midlands and the University of Hawai’i at Hilo, and assisted with a large scale site-specific work for the 2012 London Cultural Olympiad.

Morgan currently teaches at Performers College and Tring Park School for the Performing Arts. Morgan specialises in a mindful approach to learning and making dance and is interested in making dance as fun as it is to do as it is to watch.

Wade Lewin Musical Theatre and Street dance

Before moving to London, Wade performed with Company Fierce Academy, winning the National Street Dance Championship in 20015. He then joined the band The Beatfreakz, who scored two top ten singles, before making his West End debut in Disney's The Lion King.

Wade has worked with artists such as Kimberly Wyatt, Simon Cowell and Ashley Banjo and performed at the London 2012 Olympics.

Wade currently teaches on Step into Dance, a partnership between the Jack Petchey Foundation and the Royal Academy of Dance which is the UK's largest fully inclusive secondary school dance programme, providing extra-curricular classes and performance opportunities to 200 mainstream and SEN schools per year across London and Essex.

Jade Anand Yoga

Graduating from The Northern School of Contemporary Dance in 2011 and majoring in dance education, Jade spent five years working in an independent girl’s school in London. Whilst there, she worked closely with children of all ages and partook in a range of activities, from teaching the students yoga to choreographing school productions.

Combining her love for yoga and working with children, Jade went on to complete her yoga teacher training and spent six months travelling around South East Asia and America practising yoga and teaching one on one classes. Since returning to London, she teaches several different styles of yoga including vinyasa, hot power, restorative and post-natal. Jade strongly believes that yoga has a positive influence on children; It not only benefits the child physically but also creates a higher sense of wellbeing and mind-set within a safe and fun environment.

London Summer School Week 3: 29 July – 1 August 2019

Rebecca Peters Ballet & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Born in Preston, Lancashire, Rebecca began dancing at the early age of three at The Carol May academy of dance, following the RAD ballet syllabus and the ISTD tap and modern syllabus. Rebecca gained distinction at all levels of RAD and achieved the ARAD (associate of The Royal Academy of dance) in 2006.

Rebecca danced as an associate of The Royal Ballet School, and then went on to gain a place at White Lodge, The Royal Ballet lower School. Whilst at The Royal Ballet School, Rebecca danced with The Royal Ballet company in The Nutcracker for three seasons. She also danced at the opening ceremony of The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in front of her majesty the Queen. Another highlight of her time at White Lodge was dancing in the opening of Mick Jagger's performing arts school, and being in a BBC documentary with Jennifer Saunders.

Rebecca continued her training at Elmhurst School in association with The Birmingham Royal Ballet. Here she gained her Trinity Diploma in professional dance. Whilst at Elmhurst Rebecca went on tour with The Birmingham Royal ballet and danced numerous roles whilst doing so.

Upon graduation Rebecca successfully auditioned for The Estonian Vanemuine Ballet company. Rebecca danced as a professional ballet dancer here for three years;dancing many roles in numerous classical and neo- classical ballets. Rebecca danced with Cork City Ballet and London Ballet Ensemble.

Rebecca went onto complete the Professional Dancers Teaching Diploma with the Royal Academy of Dance, gaining a Distinction and her RAD registered teacher status. Most recently Rebecca has helped to establish the juniors syllabus for English National Ballet School and is their current juniors tutor.

Darren Parish PDTDiploma RAD, RADRTS, DPBMN, NFSH, Dip Arts and Dance Ballet & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Darren trained with Jennifer Johnson before studying at The Australian Ballet School. On graduating in 1985 he enjoyed a successful career of 19 years as a Senior Artist and Soloist with Queensland Ballet, Dortmunder Ballet, Bonner Ballet, Basel Ballet, Gothenburg Ballet, Royal NZ Ballet, English National Ballet, Guest Arena di Verona and Scottish Ballet.

He was nominated as Young Australian of the Year (Arts) 1988, received the Cadbury Arts Award 1991, Male Dancer of the Year (Sweden) 1995, and Dance Critics Award (Sweden) 1996.

As guest Notator for The Royal Ballet 2006-09 Darren collaborated on their production of Sleeping Beauty and 3 pieces by Wayne Macgregor Chroma, Nimbus and Infra. In 2011 Darren was invited to be Ballet Master and Notator for The Australian Ballet Company. He assisted on Graeme Murphy’s Romeo and Juliet and staged Glen Tetley’s Gemini. 2012 saw him stage Ashton’s Les Rendezvous for English National Ballet School and for The Royal Ballet School 2015.

Darren has held teaching posts at Elmhurst School of Dance, The Laban Institute and Showa University. Freelance teaching has taken him to Ballet Companies, Vocational Schools and Projects worldwide. Through the Sir Frederick Ashton Trust he is involved with La Fille Mal Gardee and The Dream for the RAD. For dance organisations he has taught for the BBO, Cecchetti Society, RAD, ISTD, Danceworks and Pineapple. He has

25 been involved with the Genee International Ballet Competition in 2010 and 2015 – and their Dance Challenge in London, Belguim, Nederlands andl Luxembourg.

In 2018 Darren invited as a Trustee of The Royal Academy of Dance.

Jo Leahy Creative

Dance specialist Jo trained at Laines Theatre Arts, The BRIT School and Dance2xs. After graduating from Laban Conservatoire of Dance with a 1st Class BA (Hons), Jo choreographed and performed for many festivals, theatres and artists both in the UK and Europe, including Stratford Circus Theatre, Vocab Dance Company, Keneish Dance and Redtape Dance. She has worked professionally in Contemporary, Afro Fusion, Latin and Physical Theatre. Jo has choreographed and directed many performances in Guildford, as Programme Manager for Dance in Further Education and seen her former students successfully audition for top dance institutes and dance companies in UK.

Alongside founding Bodmoves dance organisation, Jo is currently a member of the Artist Bank at East London Dance, teaches and mentors for dance companies and schools across London and Essex including, Step into Dance programme with RAD. Jo and has a strong interest in guiding people to reach their full potential and developing enrichment opportunities in dance for all ages and abilities in local and wider communities.

Norma Jean Tyrrell Musical Theatre

Norma Jean did her professional training at Performers College on the 3 year Musical Theatre course and received her Trinity National Diploma. She has worked extensively in the arts in various areas, such as Musical Theatre, Studio/Session singing, TV, Film and was involved with the tour and documentary of former X Factor Contestant Rhydian Roberts. Most Notable Theatre Credits include: West Side Story, Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Carousel", The Merry Widow, Les Miserables, ISTD Centenary Gala at Sadlers Wells

In 2014 Norma Jean decided to take a short break from performing and put her focus on teaching and ran her own school in Dublin, Ireland. She discovered a true passion and love for teaching and since returning to London has been freelancing at many schools and also teaches a regular Adult Tap Class at "Inspire Ballet and Dance" in Balham.

Rhiannon Hopkins Singing

London Summer School Week 4: 5 – 10 August

Dincer Solomon PDTD Ballet Technique & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Dincer Solomon was born in London and trained at the Arts Educational Schools London and The Royal Ballet School. His professional dance career began at the age of 17 when he joined London City Ballet where he danced soloist and principal roles. He then joined English National Ballet where he continued dancing till the end of his career. Dincer danced professionally for a total of 16 years.

In 2004 Dincer retrained at the Royal Academy of Dance and received his Professional Dancers Teaching Diploma. He has been teaching ballet at The Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts since his graduation in 2004 and became their Head of Ballet in 2017. He also guest teaches for The Cecchetti Associates and has given ballet lectures for The National Association of Teachers of Dance.

Desire Samaai PDTD Ballet Technique & Ballet Group Dance / Repertoire

Desire Samaai was born in Cape Town, South Africa and her professional dancing career spans 17 years. She was a principal dancer with Cape Town City Ballet, London City Ballet and Northern Ballet Theatre.

Desire retired from the stage in 2007 and went on study at the Royal Academy of Dance where she graduated top of her class with distinction, before moving to Canada where she joined Alberta Ballet Company as ballet mistress. While there, she was also a regular guest teacher with Alberta Ballet School.

After the birth of her son, Desire returned to the UK and became the teacher for Central School of Ballet’s Vocational Program and guest teacher at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance. In 2011 she joined Tring Park School for the Performing Arts as a classical ballet teacher to students on the Junior and Senior courses, as well as auditioning students into the main school. Desire is also Head of the Classical Ballet Academy, having taught on the program since its inception in 2010 and is a regular guest teacher at numerous Summer Schools.

Morgan Cloud MA Creative & Contemporary

Chris Bean Hip Hop

Christopher Bean is the Assistant Director of Semekor Performing Arts, a traditional African dance and drumming group based in London and Ghana. He has been teaching Hip Hop dance styles since 2000 privately and as part of A Level and BTEC courses, now focusing on afrobeats and krump.

He now works for the RAD’s Step into Dance programme and for Children in Need working with challenging behaviour in inner city schools. His company is building two schools in Ghana which will be used to facilitate exchange programmes between the UK and West Africa.

Jade Anand Yoga Graduating from The Northern School of Contemporary Dance in 2011 and majoring in dance education, Jade spent five years working in an independent girl’s school in London. Whilst there, she worked closely with children of all ages and partook in a range of activities, from teaching the students yoga to choreographing school productions.

12. OPEN DAY AND TUITION AWARD

OPEN DAY

The Open Day is a final celebration of all that the students have accomplished during the week. ALL STUDENTS are expected to attend the open day. If for any reason a student is unable to attend, they must tell the Training Department at the earliest opportunity on the first day.

Guests are invited on the final day of the Summer School to watch classes and a short demonstration of work studied. Class observation has to be limited to two guests per student due to the capacity of the studios. Please note latecomers may be required to wait until the start of the next class. At the end of the demonstration there will be a short presentation when each student will receive a certificate of attendance.

NB. The use of audio or visual recording is prohibited due to copyright regulations on both choreography and music. Still photographs are also prohibited. However, you may take pictures of your child in the studio, once the presentation of certificates has been completed.

TUITION AWARD

An award will be given to a student who has made significant improvement during the Summer School. The award is for one week’s tuition at an Academy run Summer School anywhere is the world in 2020 or 2021. The recipient will be selected by the teaching faculty and their decision is final.

Photo: David Tett

13. OTHER SUMMER EVENTS FOR STUDENTS 2019

The Royal Academy of Dance is pleased to offer an exciting programme of courses, suitable for students of all ages and abilities.

Children’s Summer Classes London HQ Week 1 Monday 21 July – Friday 26 July London HQ Week 2 Monday 29 July – Friday 2 August Children aged 4 – 7 years participate in daily classes in ballet and creative dance offering the chance to build confidence and develop skills over several days. This course gives students the opportunity to explore difference dance forms and work together to create and perform a showing of work to parents and guardians on the final day.

Intensive Examination Syllabus Course London HQ Monday 19 – Friday 23 August If you are preparing for an RAD Vocational Graded Examination, then this could be the perfect course for you. Run over consecutive days, students participate in a syllabus class followed by a pointe work class for females and a virtuosity class for males. This course is designed for intensive study of the syllabus in preparation for examinations. Please note that students must have a thorough knowledge of the syllabus in order to benefit from this course.

Mat Based Pilates London HQ Monday 19 – Friday 23 August Supplementing the Intensive Examination Syllabus Course in London, this is a form of body conditioning designed to build core strength and improve posture through stretching, muscle toning and conditioning. It can also help to correct body alignment. It is popular with dancers as the exercises help to stabilise and strengthen core stability. The session will last one hour including: precision breathing, release stretching, and a group of Pilates movements ending with relaxation.

More information for all the above courses and online booking can be found at https://www.rad.org.uk/learn-to-dance/find-an-activity

Parental Permission Consent Form (Residential students only)

During the Summer School the safety and well-being of all our students is of the utmost importance to us.

Students under the age of 18 years are not permitted to leave either the accommodation venue at Roehampton University or the Royal Academy of Dance headquarters, without being accompanied by either the Housemother, an RAD Chaperone or with a nominated person over the age of 18.

If you wish to nominate someone over the age of 18 who is not an employee of the Academy to accompany your child/ward on trips outside of the Academy and/or the accommodation, please complete the form below and return it to a member of the registration team during registration on the first day of the course

London Summer School

I hereby give consent for my son/daughter to leave the Academy and/or the accommodation at Roehampton University with a nominated person over the age of 18.

Name of Student: ______

Name of nominated person and relationship to child e.g. friend, relative: ______

Contact telephone number of nominated person (mobile number required): ______

Date and Time leaving the Academy and/or accommodation: ______

Parent/Guardian Name (please print): ______

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: ______

Relationship to student: ______

Parental Permission Consent Form (Non-Residential students only)

During the Summer School the safety and well-being of all our students is of the utmost importance to us. Students under the age of 18 years are not permitted to leave the Royal Academy of Dance headquarters, without being accompanied by either the Housemother, an RAD Chaperone or with a nominated person over the age of 18.

If you wish to nominate someone over the age of 18 to accompany your child/ward on trips outside of the Academy, or to collect your child at the end of the day, please complete the form below and return it to a member of the registration team during registration on the first day of the course.

Alternatively, if you give permission for your child to make their own way (unaccompanied) to and from the academy, we require this in writing below with your signature.

London Summer School

I hereby give consent for my son/daughter to leave the Academy with;  a nominated person over the age of 18  or, make their own way home. (highlight/delete as appropriate)

Name of Student: ______

Student will be arriving/leaving on their own? Yes / No ______

Name of nominated person (If applicable): ______

Relationship to student e.g. friend, relative: ______

Contact telephone number of nominated person (mobile number required): ______

Dates & Times: ______

______

Parent/Guardian Name (please print): ______

Parent/Guardian Signature & date:

Code of Conduct For all students at RAD Headquarters, London

The aim of Summer Schools is to ensure that all students experience dance in a fun, friendly, relaxed and safe environment. In order to help achieve this please take note of the following guidelines. We would like to stress that these points are of great importance in assuring the wellbeing of all students on the Summer School.

 All students must meet before each class in their designated changing area, as directed by the chaperones.

 Students are not permitted to leave the courtyard during the day.

 Fire Regulations: Students must make their way immediately to the nearest available Fire Exit and follow the directions of the Fire Marshal.

 Students must always wear shoes when they are walking around the building and make sure ribbons/laces are tied properly.

 Students must always keep themselves warm between classes.

 Students must drink plenty of water throughout the day and ensure they eat breakfast and lunch. It is vital that they keep up their energy levels throughout the day.

 If students hurt themselves in class or feel unwell at any point they should tell their teacher, chaperone or member of staff immediately.

 Bullying will not be tolerated during the Summer School. Students should be respectful and considerate to others at all times.

 The Royal Academy of Dance is a work place and respect must be given to all staff. There must be no running or shouting in the corridors.

 No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

 The consumption of alcohol at any time during the Summer School is strictly forbidden. Residential students aged 18 years who make arrangements to leave the accommodation in the evening must refrain from drinking alcohol.

 The consumption of illegal drugs or solvents at any time during the Summer School is strictly forbidden. Students must inform the Training department should they require to bring and consume prescribed medication to the Summer School or to carry it with them (if this has not already been disclosed on the Medical Consent Form which was completed on enrolment).

 Students must ensure that they keep any valuable personal items safe at all times. The Academy regrets that we cannot be held responsible if anything accidentally goes missing.

 Mobile phones may not be used during the day, other than in the event of an emergency. Chaperones will look after students’ phones during class time. In the evenings students are permitted to use mobile phones, however if students are found to be using mobile phones after lights out chaperones reserve the right to look after mobile phones overnight.

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