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Newsletter 1 - September 2025
Welcome back to the Dance Department for the 2025-2026 academic year! We
hope you all had a wonderfully relaxing summer holiday and are eager to return to
the dance studio for a year filled with fun and exciting new learning experiences.
Celebrating Our Talented Dancers - Trinity Laban
At the end of last term, Eliza, Bea, Niamh and Chloe,
along with Millie, Dance Company Alumni showcased their
exceptional talent in Trinity Laban's end-of-year show as
part of the Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) scheme.
Trinity Laban's CAT scheme is a nationally recognised
program, funded by the Department for Education,
which provides young people with outstanding dance
talent and potential access to high-quality training. As
a partnership school, St Richard’s Dance Department
proudly collaborates with Trinity Laban. Our pupils regularly
participate in various dance days and visits throughout
the year. This year, we're excited to announce that Trinity
Laban will be running enrichment Wednesdays, hosting
termly workshops specifically for our dance department.
St. Richard's Dance Company Shines at End-of-Year
Mass with Poignant Performance
St Richard's School community gathered for a beautiful
end-of-year mass, made even more special by a moving
performance from the talented St Richard's Dance
Company. The dancers presented a thoughtful and
heartfelt piece choreographed to the classic hymn, "Just
As I Am," captivating the congregation with their artistry.
St. Richard's Boys' Dance Company Steps Up for
Sadler's Wells "Making Moves" Project!
Huge congratulations are in order for our incredibly
talented St. Richard's Boys' Dance Company, who have
been selected for "Making Moves with Sadler's Wells" – a
prestigious new national choreography and performance
project! Out of numerous applications from across
England, our boys are one of only 48 groups chosen for
this fantastic opportunity. Over the next year, they'll be
working closely with Thick and Tight, one of four exciting
choreographic companies providing digital choreographic
toolkits. This is an incredible chance for our dancers to
learn from the best, develop their skills, and unleash their
creativity on a national stage. The project will culminate
in a captivating dance performance, showcasing the hard
work and artistry developed throughout the year. We
are immensely proud of our Boys' Dance Company for
achieving this significant recognition and can't wait to see
their journey unfold. Well done, boys! We'll be following
your progress with great excitement.
Exciting Extra-Curricular Opportunities
We have a packed and exciting year ahead!
Our strong partnerships with Bexhill College
and Sussex Downs College will continue,
offering even more opportunities for our
pupils. We've already booked numerous
events, and our much-anticipated annual
dance showcase is also in the pipeline. Keep
an eye on future newsletters for more details!
A highlight for many is the return of the St
Richard’s Catholic College Boys’ Dance
Company on Friday afternoons! Auditions are
not required; we simply ask for commitment
and a genuine passion for dance. Members
will have the chance to experience dance
through live performances and workshops,
attend professional theatre productions, and
collaborate with professional practitioners.
Click here for more details.
Dance Company Auditions
Ready to show us what you've got?
Our Dance Company auditions are
open to everyone – no prior dance
training needed! Mrs. Knight is looking
for a diverse range of dancers and
personalities, so all you need to bring
is your energy, commitment, and
enthusiasm. The audition will be held on
Thursday, 18th September from 3:20pm
to 4:30pm. If you're successful, you'll
need to commit to regular after-school
rehearsals as part of the company. To
sign up for the audition, please speak to
Mrs Knight beforehand. Come along,
try something new, and join our fantastic
Dance Company!
Costume Donation
Costumes are a vital part of our dance performances, but
as you can imagine, their cost can add up significantly for
the department. If you're able to contribute £20 towards
costumes, it would be incredibly helpful and greatly
appreciated. You can make your donation through the school
by clicking here.
Mrs Knight - Teacher of Dance