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New fast track MA opportunity for ISTD members in partnership with Northern School of Contemporary Dance
The ISTD is delighted to announce an exciting new progression route for members and Diploma in Dance Pedagogy (DDP) graduates through a bespoke partnership with the Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD).
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ISTD exams, teaching, and life as a working dance professional
We spoke with Christina Walters about her early connection to ISTD exams, why she’s investing in ISTD teacher training, and how teaching complements a busy freelance career.
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Celebrating dance in the New Year Honours list
The 2026 New Year Honours have shone a spotlight on the incredible contributions of dance professionals across the UK, recognising their dedication to the art form and its impact on communities nationwide.
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Cecchetti Malta Awards 2025
Celebrating 60 Years of Cecchetti Ballet in Malta.
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Expand your teaching practice with inclusive dance training
Our partnership with People Dancing.
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How ISTD Exams helped a young dancer step onto the West End stage
We spoke to 11-year-old Theo and his teacher, Elin Dawson, to discover just how important ISTD exams were in helping him reach the West End stage in Matilda the musical.
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AGM 2025: Appointment of Charity Trustees and Faculty Elections
At this year’s Annual General Meeting on 12 November, Chair Michael Elliott announced the results of the ordinary resolutions and faculty elections.
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Reflecting on Industry Day 2025
Industry Day 2025 took place at Bird College and offered a full day of learning from some of the best in the business. We spoke with participants to hear first-hand about their experiences throughout the day.
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How Class Exams Support Confidence, Inclusion and Achievement
WhizzDance, a South London dance school founded by Maria Brodmann, recently entered a group of students for ISTD Modern Class Exams. We spoke with Maria, Amy (a parent at the school), and young dancer Hashim to explore how class exams can be an inclusive and empowering way to build confidence and celebrate achievement.
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Understanding the ISTD’s Applications for Reasonable Adjustments (ARA) process
The ISTD is committed to ensuring every candidate has equal opportunity to succeed in their examinations. The ISTD’s Applications for Reasonable Adjustments (ARA) process ensures all learners can access assessments in a fair, supportive, and inclusive environment.
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Mabel Ryan Awards 2025: A celebration of Cecchetti Ballet
ISTD member, Holly Unuk, reflects on the Mabel Ryan Awards sharing what made this year’s awards so special and how they continue to nurture the next generation of dancers.
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Why Dance magazine is going digital: A conversation with our Chief Executive
From January 2026, Dance magazine will take an exciting leap into the digital world. We sat down with Ginny to talk about why we’re making this change, what it means for members, and what the future holds for Dance.
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