News for our Ballet and Performing Arts Schools in Kingston, Stratford, Newham and Wood Green. And interesting articles on helping your kids learn to dance.
Costumes preview 2023.
We know all our students and parents have been excited and curious which costumes we have chosen for our stage show “Fairytale Adventure” this year, and are pleased to announce that most of the costumes have now been finalised and all of them look gorgeous. We are planning to start the ordering process in the next few days, to make sure all participants receive the costumes on time! Some costumes will even be...
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The most exiting event is coming – Kids’ Show Time 2023!
The Lyric Dance School is happy to invite all our students to participate in a stage concert in June (Kingston branch) and July (Stratford, Newham and Wood Green branches). Taking part in a performance is one of the most exiting events for kids, and of course for their parents. Your kids have been working hard during the year to be part of this wonderful occasion. Participation in a stage performance...
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I often get asked ” When should children start ballet or dance? “
Well, as a professional ballet teacher with many years of experience, I suggest to start as early as possible. I actually introduced my little daughter Angelica to dance from when she turned 2 years old. As a teacher, I was eager to teach her all key steps and help her to develop great motor skills, balance and flexibility. And as a parent I wanted her to learn to do all...
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Buy dance uniforms
How to buy the correct uniform for your child. Like any professional school we like our children to learn in a fun environment, but do enforce a uniform policy so our little ballerinas look consistent, disciplined, and all feel comfortable with the correct equipment. This is also carried over to Ballet exams with have strict requirements on presentation set by the IDTA. The Ballet School uniform is obligatory for all...
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Book one class with Lyric Dance and get another for Free.
We've got another busy week ahead at LyricDance with over 50 classes and 2 live workshops taking place. “The Summer term” resume this Monday, 20th of April and currently we have an amazing offer for you. Book this term for either Ballet, Modern dance or Performing arts, and choose a second online class for this term for Free. Just email us after you have completed your booking and let us...
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ONLINE BALLET, DANCE, DRAMA & FUN
ONLINE BALLET, DANCE, DRAMA & FUN Over 400 families are enjoying our online classes, and we've been bowled over by the feedback and support. It's been an incredible 2 weeks so far! If you think how to entertain your little one during lock down, think no further. Our incredible offers of free workshops during the Easter & half price for whole term are here to help. Our aim is to...
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Happy Summer Holidays Everyone!
What a wonderful year it has been. We had so many new ballerinas completing their very first ballet exam and many existing students completed higher grades and receiving distinctions and merits. This year was a very busy one for us with 5 “Kids Stage Showcases” and nearly 270 children performing on stage. It always makes us happy to see the exited little ballerinas all dressed up in their stage costumes, and...
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Ballet & Tap IDTA Exam Results 2019
Congratulation to all students at Lyric Dance School for getting great IDTA ballet and tap exam results! This year 119 of our students took part in a ballet and tap exam with 100% pass rate. All students of Preparatory, Primary, Grade 1 & Grade 2 were granted either Distinctions or Merits. We are extremely proud of you all! Our little ballerinas (Rosette Awards) – did very well too, with all...
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Kids Stage Show – Stratford Saturday 1.30am
Students who attend: Twinkle tots (9.30am), Budding Ballerinas (10.00am), Preparatory Ballet (12.00am), Primary Ballet, Grade 1 Ballet, Grade 1 Tap, Modern (7-12 years old), Performing Arts (7 -12 years old) “Never give up on your dreams” like Felicie from movie “Ballerina”.We are happy to invite all our adorable ballerinas to take part in the upcoming performance. Participation in the stage performance is a great way to build a child’s confidence...
Read More Kids Stage Show – Stratford Saturday 11.00am
Students who attend:Twinkle (9.00am), Budding Ballerinas (9.30 & 10.45am), Preparatory Ballet (11.30am), Preparatory Tap, Modern (4-7 years old 10.45am), Performing Arts (3 -5 years old) “Never give up on your dreams” like Felicie from movie “Ballerina”.We are happy to invite all our adorable ballerinas to take part in the upcoming performance. Participation in the stage performance is a great way to build a child’s confidence and improve their self-esteem along...
Read More Kids Stage Show – Wood Green, Newham Monday ballet classes, Stratford Performing Arts (5-7 years old)
“Never give up on your dreams” like Felicie from movie “Ballerina”.We are happy to invite all our adorable ballerinas to take part in the upcoming performance. Participation in the stage performance is a great way to build a child’s confidence and improve their self-esteem along with overcoming shyness. It also gives them an enjoyable and unforgettable experience to display their talent. Date & Time : Saturday 22nd of June at 3.30pm approximately till...
Read More Kids Stage Show – Edmonton Green, Stratford Friday ballet classes, Stratford Modern Saturday class (9.30am)
“Never give up on your dreams” like Felicie from movie “Ballerina”.We are happy to invite all our adorable ballerinas to take part in the upcoming performance. Participation in the stage performance is a great way to build a child’s confidence and improve their self-esteem along with overcoming shyness. It also gives them an enjoyable and unforgettable experience to display their talent. Date & Time : Saturday 22nd of June at 1.00pm approximately till...
Read More Kids Stage Show – Kingston upon Thames
“Never give up on your dreams” like Felicie from movie “Ballerina”.We are happy to invite all our adorable ballerinas to take part in the upcoming performance. Participation in the stage performance is a great way to build a child’s confidence and improve their self-esteem along with overcoming shyness. It also gives them an enjoyable and unforgettable experience to display their talent. Date & Time for Stage Show: Saturday 8th of June at 1.15pm approximately till...
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12 Benefits of your child doing a ballet exam
Dance exams and assessments motivate and reward students of all ages and abilities, they: Help to bust students’ confidence.Allow candidates to demonstrate their progress.They gain a real sense of personal achievement.Receive feedback on where they can improve.Students work more enthusiastically and hard during their lessons to aim towards achieving a high result.Candidates who did the exam are very proud of themselves.The earlier exams aren’t too pressurized, but it does help...
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Important Dates (Exam & Performances) 2019!
We are exited to announce our dates for the Ballet Exam and End of Academic Year Performances. Please remember to put these dates on your calendar 15/06 – Exam. All Branches. Participation for all groups from ‘Budding ballerinas’ level. Address: Sarah Bonnell School, Deanery Road, Stratford, London, E15 4LP 08/06 – 1.15pm - Performance Kingston upon Thames Branch. Participation for all groups except ‘Tippie toes’ (baby and mammy class, as...
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Winter fairytale is coming!
Winter fairytale is coming! Come along and enjoy with your little one a new winter themed baby and mummy class. Your little adventurer will learn how to ride a reindeer, eat a Christmas mince pie with a mouse, play a very fun snowball game, and of course dance! We would love to see your child come and enjoying dancing! Book your trial class here
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Lyric Dance School featured in Premium Magazine
We are thrilled and honored that Lyric Dance School has been recognized by the prestigious ‘Premium’ magazine, which highlights the best lifestyle brands, businesses and products for discerning individuals. This month Lyric dance school and our principal Ms Anastasia, was the subject of a feature article, as one of their favorite educational institutions for children. The article is written in Russian, and talks about the benefits of learning Ballet and...
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Important Dates 2018!
We are exited to announce our dates for the Ballet Exam and End of Academic Year Performances. Please remember to put these dates on your calendar 🙂 09/06 – Exam. All Branches. Participation for all groups from ‘Budding ballerinas’ level. Please book the exam in advance: https://lyricdance.com/product/dance-exams-9th-of-june/ 16/06 – Performance Kingston upon Thames Branch. Please click here to buy tickets for the show: https://lyricdance.com/product-category/buy-tickets-for-children-performance/ You will receive your tickets on a...
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Happy Halloween! Half term holidays.
Dear parents, Happy Halloween ! Just a reminder that there are no classes this week during the half term break, but you can still get them to practice their current exercises if they want to get a treat instead of a trick 😉 Hope you have fun carving pumpkins and parties with the family. To get you into the mood, here is one of our favorite pictures from our 2016...
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Welcome Back to Lyric Dance School
Our new academic year has started this week, and the Lyric Dance School team are excited to welcome back all our existing students, and look forward to meeting our new students. The photo is of our Grade 1 Ballerinas from the summer stage show of 2017. With some of them commencing dance classes with us five years ago, its so nice to see them growing professionally
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