"People have asked me why I chose to be a dancer. I did not choose.
I was chosen to be a dancer, and with that, you live all your life."
Martha Graham
Chantry School of Contemporary & Balletic Arts is proud to be the official vocational school of the UK contemporary ballet company CHANTRY DANCE COMPANY
"What you do for all your students is allow them to be themselves, you give them the platform to take risks and not feel judged...and because of that your students flourish"
(Chantry student's parent)
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Summer Intensives, Workshops and more...
NEWSFLASHES!
CHANTRY SCHOOL 2019 SUMMER SHOWCASE
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Chantry School’s full-time vocational Diploma students will present a stunning programme of work in their annual Summer Showcase. Our young dancers who will become our next generation of professional performers, will perform a varied programme that showcases the breadth and depth of their talent.
The programme includes new contemporary and contemporary ballet works created especially for the Chantry students by UK and international choreographers Jenny Logan, Alexandra Harris, Shannon Parker, Rae Piper and Paul Chantry, as well as traditional Classical Ballet repertoire, Jazz and Musical Theatre dance pieces. The show will also include a special performance by Chantry's Associate students.
The Summer Showcase will take place at Guildhall Arts Centre, Grantham on the following dates:
Friday 7th June - 7:30pm
Saturday 8th June - 7:30pm
Take a look at last year's Showcase to get a flavour of what you might see....
MUSICAL THEATRE COMES TO CHANTRY SCHOOL - BOOK Y0UR PLACE NOW!
NEW FOR 2019! Musical Theatre workshop - 30th June
Come and join us for a day of singing, dancing and acting, taught by International and West End choreographers and performers. This workshop is likely to sell out fast so to find out more and book, click on the link below.
**SPOILER ALERT: During the day we will be talent scouting for dancers to join our BRAND NEW MUSICAL THEATRE ASSOCIATES!
Come and join us for a day of singing, dancing and acting, taught by International and West End choreographers and performers. This workshop is likely to sell out fast so to find out more and book, click on the link below.
**SPOILER ALERT: During the day we will be talent scouting for dancers to join our BRAND NEW MUSICAL THEATRE ASSOCIATES!
CHANTRY SCHOOL'S EVER-POPULAR SUMMER INTENSIVES -
OPEN FOR BOOKING!
OPEN FOR BOOKING!
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Join Chantry school for our 2019 Summer Intensives. These popular courses are led by award-winning international teachers, West End and Royal Opera House choreographers and performers, Rae Piper & Paul Chantry (also co-Artistic Directors of Chantry Dance Company).
The courses are aimed at pre-vocational and vocational level students who are keen to further their technique and artistry and develop as dance artists. Chantry Intensives leave students feeling motivated and full of positivity.
This year Chantry is offering 3 types of intensive:
Classical Ballet - Contemporary Dance - Jazz and Commercial Dance
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We are proud to announce that Lauren Coyle and James Kelly will be performing as Tweedledum and Tweedledee during our 2019 tour of our brand new ballet, Alice - Wonderland Through the Looking Glass. |
Our other 3rd year Diploma students will also be performing in the supporting ensemble.
Take a look at our trailer below and see if you can spot our wonderful students!
CHANTRY STUDENTS PERFORM IN JACK AND THE BEANSTALK ...
ALONGSIDE DUNCAN JAMES FROM BLUE!
ALONGSIDE DUNCAN JAMES FROM BLUE!
Earlier this year Lauren Coyle and Rachael Ridley, two of our 3 year diploma students, gained professional contracts to perform in this year's Derby Arena pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk by Little Wolf Productions, choreographed by Rae and Paul.
See if you can spot our girls in some of the rehearsal shots below!
CHANTRY SCHOOL APPLICATIONS 2019
Considering a career in Dance?
Unfortunately you have missed our open days for prospective 3 Year Diploma students. If you are considering applying for the 2019 intake please contact us to arrange for a private visit where you will be are given the opportunity to meet with our current students and the faculty, and also ask any questions you might have.
It's a great way to learn more about the school and the full-time Diploma Course.
Unfortunately you have missed our open days for prospective 3 Year Diploma students. If you are considering applying for the 2019 intake please contact us to arrange for a private visit where you will be are given the opportunity to meet with our current students and the faculty, and also ask any questions you might have.
It's a great way to learn more about the school and the full-time Diploma Course.
To book a visit, or if you have a query, please email: education@chantrydancecompany.org
Chantry School of Contemporary & Balletic Arts has been awarded Recognised School status by the Council for Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre, and has been awarded the Council’s certificate of good professional practice. Schools awarded CDMT’s Recognised School Award demonstrate that their pre-vocational courses adhere to the standards demanded by the industry; standards designed to protect and safeguard students in their dance training.
Chantry School's 3 Year Diploma Course in Contemporary & Balletic Arts is accredited by the BDQT (Board of Dance Qualifications and Training). This accreditation demonstrates that Chantry School's 3 year course adheres to the the standards demanded by the industry in all aspects of teaching, safeguarding and administration.