DECEMBER 2025 NEWSLETTER
- chloe6805
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Welcome to the December edition of the Mad4Dance Newsletter! 🎄✨
As we come to the end of another wonderful year at Mad4Dance, we’re excited to reflect on a busy and inspiring Autumn term and share some lovely moments and exciting plans as we head into the New Year.
Included in this newsletter:
Recent Performances: Highlights from our WABS performance at the Pavilion Theatre and our Living Advent Calendar event
ADP News & Updates: Student achievements, January’s Mock Audition Day, and upcoming creative projects
Spotlight on our TA Programme: Celebrating the growth of our Teaching Assistants
Rising Stars Feature: Celebrating our Rising Stars community and January party dates
Getting Show Ready: Key rehearsal dates and a call for chaperone support
Important Reminders: Car parking and uniform information
A Christmas Thank You from Us
As always, thank you to every family for being part of our Mad4Dance community. We hope you enjoy reading 💜
Chloe & Julie x
WABS Performance at the Pavilion Theatre
Mad4Dance is proud to be part of the Wessex Association of Ballet Schools (WABS), a charity of local dance schools working together to provide high-quality performance opportunities for young dancers.
This term, our Rising Star and ADP students had the opportunity to perform in this year’s WABS production at the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre. Performing on such a beautiful, professional stage is always a special experience, and the students danced with such amazing, energy, confidence, teamwork, and real pride. They really did blow the audience away with both of their routines; 'Greatest Showman' and 'Wicked'.
The day was topped off with our annual between-shows pizza trip to The Stable, giving everyone a chance to relax, celebrate, and make memories together. Always so special to see the students spending this time together and making memories.
Well done to every student who took part - you represented Mad4Dance beautifully.
Living Advent Calendar – Supporting Dorset Cancer Care Foundation
We were delighted to once again have taken part in the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar this December, opening our doors to the local community for a truly special evening of performance. The Living Advent Calendar is organised by Christchurch Rotary, where different local venues host an evening of community, performance and an opportunity to raise money for different charities.
Audiences were treated to festive and heartfelt performances including our Musical Theatre class performing “Merry Christmas Everyone” and ADP Purple & ADP Gold classes performing “Rewrite the Stars” and “Come Alive”.
A VERY special mention must go to Annabelle N & Ella N, who performed “Scream”, a duo choreographed entirely by themselves. And to Megan H, who performed her self-choreographed solo “Loud”. Seeing our students take creative ownership of their work and share it so confidently is really inspiring and we couldn't be more proud of you girls for your lovely pieces!
Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, we helped raise vital funds for the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation, making the evening not only memorable for our students, but hugely meaningful too!
ADP News and Updates!
Mock Audition Day – January 2026
Each year, our Mock Audition Day gives our ADP students the opportunity to experience what a vocational college audition feels like - in a supportive, safe environment designed to build confidence, professionalism, and strong audition etiquette.
This year ADP students will audition for the opportunity to be cast in an additional show piece, choreographed by an industry professional. The selected cast will learn the piece in one dedicated rehearsal and then take responsibility for maintaining, cleaning, and preparing it for performance in August 2026.
Guest Teacher – Hannah Levitt-Collins
We are thrilled to welcome back Hannah Levitt-Collins, a professional dancer, choreographer, and educator whose career spans the UK, Europe, and Los Angeles.
Hannah’s credits include Wicked, Star Wars VII, and work with artists such as Dua Lipa, Jennifer Lopez, Kylie Minogue, Nicole Scherzinger, and many more. Alongside her performance career, Hannah is a passionate educator and mentor, focusing on mindset, wellbeing, and holistic preparation for auditions.
Hannah is hugely supportive of ADP and the work we are doing with our students, and we know this experience will be invaluable for them.
Upcoming ADP Video Shoots 🎥
Our ADP students will again soon be working with Elliot, our resident videographer, on exciting new video content for the upcoming ADP Summer Show. These shoots focus on developing skills for screen performance, creativity, and professional presentation - all essential skills for today’s performers.
We can’t wait to share the finished results with you!
Save the Date – Saturday 1st August 2026! 🌟
Our ADP Experience Day is back – and it's not to be missed! Open to students aged 7–16, this unforgettable day is all about dancing, learning, and being inspired alongside your M4D family at the beautiful Layard Theatre.
Students will be fully looked after by our team of friendly chaperones for the day as they take part in an exciting schedule of industry-led dance workshops, guest talks, outdoor picnic, and then finish the day by watching ADP's next full length show: ‘A Night At the Movies’. It’s the perfect chance to get a real feel for the ADP journey, enjoy some fantastic classes and to be part of a special day.
There are limited spaces available. Age-appropriate groups will be arranged on the day. To book your place or find out more, please email chloe@aspiringdancersprogram.com
We can’t wait to welcome you for a day full of dancing, inspiration, and memories! 💛
Spotlight on the TA Programme
This September, we were proud to relaunch our Teaching Assistant (TA) Programme with updated training and brand-new content — and the progress so far has been fantastic.
The TA Programme is designed for students aged 14+ who are interested in supporting younger dancers and developing the skills needed for dance teaching. It is a two-way commitment: students receive structured training and mentorship, while contributing positively to the studio environment.
Programme Structure
Year 1 – Foundations of TeachingFocus on communication, safety, learning styles, and supporting a lead teacher.
Year 2 – Developing Teaching PracticeGreater responsibility, micro-teaching opportunities, nervous system awareness, and applied safeguarding.
Year 3 / 4 – Specialisation & Teaching ValuesLeadership, choreography, professional practice, and preparation for trainee teacher roles.
While not externally accredited, this programme provides invaluable real-world experience and looks fantastic on a CV.
We are so proud of the dedication and growth of all our TAs this term. A huge thank you to Amy W, Ava R, Caitlin M, Daisy A, Jess K, Elodie E, Poppy B, Zoe P, Evie C, Jess F, Ella H, Lola M, and Ella N. You each make such a difference to our students!
Spotlight on rising star parties! ✨
Our Rising Stars Programme celebrates students who show commitment, consistency, and passion by taking a minimum of three classes per week, including ballet and modern.
We are incredibly proud of how this group continues to grow in confidence, skill, and leadership within the school.
Rising Stars January Parties
We’re excited to kick off the New Year with our annual Rising Stars celebrations:
Monday 5th January
6:15 – 7:15pm: Junior Rising Stars (Ages 5–12/13) – Disco & Games
7:15 – 9:00pm: Senior Rising Stars (Ages 13/14–18) – Movie Night & Social
These evenings are all about fun, connection, and celebrating the hard work our Rising Stars put in throughout the year. If your child is a Rising Star and hasn't yet signed up, please complete the google form link below. Can't wait!!!
Register here: https://forms.gle/dehidQkdT9sJy5vi6
Getting Show Ready! 🎭
Our full-school production “The Wonder of You” is well underway, and we are so proud of the progress all classes are making with their routines. Costumes are being organised, theatre schedules prepared, and behind-the-scenes planning is in full swing.
Key Dates for Your Diary
Sat 18th & Sun 19th April: Full Cast Rehearsals @ M4D Studios
Sat 25th & Sun 26th April: Dress Rehearsals @ M4D Studios
Sun 3rd May: Theatre Dress Rehearsal @ Lighthouse, Poole
Sun 4th May: Show Day @ Lighthouse, Poole
Chaperone Call-Out - we need your help!
If you are able to help as a chaperone on any of these dates, we would love to hear from you. Being backstage is a truly special experience, and we simply could not run our shows without the support of our amazing parents.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS – Car Park & Uniform
Car Parking
Please remember that Mad4Dance does not own the rear car park. Drivers must enter their registration on the iPads if parking for more than 20 minutes.
Failure to do so will result in a fine, and unfortunately we are unable to have tickets cancelled.
To register your car permanently, please complete the form below:🔗 https://forms.gle/uoxZD8YohXJUJ86BA
Uniform & Merchandise
For uniform items and exam essentials, please order via our Studio Uniform Shop:🔗 https://forms.gle/ak73rLmyPnHHXseX6
For branded Mad4Dance hoodies, jackets, and accessories, visit our Online Shop:🔗 https://www.allboogie.co.uk/store/mad4dance/
Orders are dispatched within 5–10 days.
CHRISTMAS PARTY WEEK AND A BIG THANK YOU!!
Christmas Party Week at Mad4Dance 🎄✨
We’ve been having the best time in the studio this week celebrating Christmas Party Week! The classes have been full of festive games, dancing, laughter and lots of Christmas sparkle. It’s been such a joy to see the students relaxed, smiling and celebrating all their hard work from this term - a really special way to end the year together.
Looking forward to the rest of our parties this week!
A Christmas Message from Us 💜
As we come to the end of another incredible year at Mad4Dance, we just want to say a huge thank you to every student and family for your continued support, commitment and trust in us. Watching your children grow in confidence, skill and love for dance is a privilege we never take for granted.
We hope you all enjoy a magical Christmas filled with rest, laughter and special moments together, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back in the New Year for another exciting chapter.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄✨
Chloe & Julie x 💜
Term Dates 2025 / 2026
Term 1
1st September - 19th December
Half term is W/C 27th October (CLOSED)
Christmas holidays is 22nd December to 2nd January (CLOSED)
Term 2
5th January - 27th March
Half term is W/C 16th February (CLOSED)
Easter holidays is 30th March - 10th April (CLOSED)
Term 3
13th April - 20th July
Bank holiday is 4th May (SHOW DAY!)
Half term is W/C 25th May (CLOSED)
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