2026 Multi Genre Congress
2026-08-21 10:00 - 2026-08-23 15:30 (Europe/London) | The Park Regis Hotel, 160 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1DT, United Kingdom
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Celebrating 120 Years of Dance Excellence
Join us for a spectacular weekend as we mark NATD’s 120th Anniversary with the Multi Genre Dance Congress 2026– an unforgettable celebration of dance, unity, and excellence!
📅 Dates: Friday 21st August – Sunday 23rd August 2026
📍 Venue: The Park Regis Hotel, 160 Broad Street, Five Ways, Birmingham B15 1DT
Get ready for an extraordinary weekend featuring:
✨ Gatsby/Peaky Blinders Party Night & Disco – A vibrant evening of music, dance, and celebration
🎭 Workshops – Learn from top industry professionals across multiple dance genres
🌟 Cabaret – Experience breathtaking performances
💃 Presidents Dinner Dance with Cabarets – A night of elegance, entertainment, and celebration
This event is set to be one of the biggest highlights in our history! Stay tuned for more details as we release exciting updates.
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Ballroom & Latin American Medallist of the Year Grand Final 2026
2026-07-11 09:00 - 2026-07-12 20:00 | Empress Ballroom – Winter Gardens, Blackpool, 97 Church St, Blackpool, FY1 1HU, United Kingdom
SAVE THE DATE
Have questions or need more details? Reach out to Trudi at Head Office – Email: trudi@natd.org.uk or call 01635 868888.

Northern Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-28 09:00 - 17:00
Our Northern Heat takes place on 28th June 2026, welcoming dancers across Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary disciplines. Venue to be announced.

London Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-21 09:00 - 17:00
Our London Heat takes place on 21st June 2026, offering dancers the chance to perform in Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary as part of the Theatrical Scholarships. Venue to follow.

Midlands Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-14 09:00 - 17:00
NATD Dancers across the Midlands can take part in the 2026 Theatrical Scholarship Heat on 14th June, with Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary categories. Venue TBC.

North Eastern Presents NATD 120th ANNIVERSARY Celebratory Showcase of Area Schools
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for the North Eastern NATD 120th ANNIVERSARY Celebratory Showcase of Area Schools
👉 13 June 2026
👉 Whitby
👉 Area Secretary – Julie Herrick – northeastern@natd.org.uk

South West Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-07 09:00 - 17:00
The South West Theatrical Scholarship Heat takes place on 7th June 2026, with Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary disciplines showcased. Venue details to be confirmed.

Midland Area Social Ballroom and Latin Competition
2026-06-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP, United Kingdom
Midland Area Social Ballroom and Latin Competition
Sunday 7th June 2026
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP
For enquiries and find out more please contact Linda Heeley, Midland Secretary, midlands@natd.org.uk

North Midland Ballroom Spring Lectures / Workshop
2026-05-10 09:00 - 17:00
✨ Sunday 10th May 2026 – Lecture / Workshop
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026 Adults
2026-05-10 08:00 - 21:00 | Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Lower Earley, Reading, RG6 4DG, United Kingdom
London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026.
👉 Venue: Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Lower Earley Berkshire RG6 4GD
👉 When: Sunday 10th May 2026.
👉 Time: TBC
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: londonballroom@natd.org.uk – Zoey Jacobs, London Ballroom Area Secretary.
More information to follow.

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Open Medallist Dance Competition in Kuala Lumpar
2026-05-02 08:00 - 17:00
Open Medallist Dance Competition in Kuala Lumpar.
Please contact Henry Chan for more information: hcdancestudio@gmail.com

North Midland Theatrical Presents 'Fusion' - 120 Years of the NATD Showcase
2026-04-26 16:00 - 18:00
A unique platform that not only allows dancers to demonstrate their skills, but provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the art of dance with other friendly NATD dance schools in our area.
👉 More information to follow about tickets and event details – watch this space!
👉 Contact Siobhan Buchanan for more information northmidlandtheatrical@natd.org.uk

North Midland Ballroom Social Competition
2026-04-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Kirkby Leisure Centre, Hodgkinson Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 7DJ
✨ Sunday 26th April 2026 – Social Competition.
👉 List of events – click here to download.
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026 U16s
2026-04-26 08:00 - 21:00 | Braywick Leisure Centre, Braywick Road Maidenhead SL6 1BN, Braywick Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1BN, United Kingdom
London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026.
👉 Venue: Braywick Leisure Centre, Braywick Road Maidenhead SL6 1BN.
👉 When: Sunday 26th April 2026.
👉 Time: 8am – 6pm
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: londonballroom@natd.org.uk – Zoey Jacobs, London Ballroom Area Secretary.
More information to follow.

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Midland Area 2026 MOY Qualifier/ Social Competition Ballroom and Latin
2026-04-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP, United Kingdom
Midland Area 2025 MOY Qualifier/ Social Competition Ballroom and Latin
Sunday 19th April 2026
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP
For enquiries and find out more please contact Linda Heeley, Midland Secretary, midlands@natd.org.uk

North Eastern Ballroom and Latin Competition
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for the North Eastern Ballroom and Latin Competition.
👉 12 April 2026
👉 Whitby Spa Pavilions
👉 Area Secretary and tickets – Julie Herrick – northeastern@natd.org.uk
👉 Please click here to download a copy of the events.

Midland Area Juvenile and Junior Workshop (New Date)
2026-03-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Broadway Dance Centre, 42 Livingstone Rd, Birmingham, B20 3LL
💫 Midland Area Event 120 Years Celebration 💫
👉 22nd March 2026
👉 Juvenile and Junior Workshop
📍 Venue – Broadway Dance Centre, Birmingham, B20 3LL
💵 The pricing for the event is as follows:-
Full Day £25
Half Day £15
NATD Teachers £10
NATD Examiners Free
👉 Tickets can be booked through the website, or by contacting Lisa Wager the Midland Area Secretary on the email address below.

Please contact the Midland Area for more information Lisa Wager – midlands@natd.org.uk

Musical Theatre Teacher & Examiner Training Day
2026-03-08 09:30 - 17:00 | AJ School of Dance, Ravenshead Leisure Centre, Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, Nottingham, NG15 9AG
Syllabus Relaunch | CPD Certified
Join us for a valuable and inspiring Musical Theatre training day designed for teachers and examiners, focusing on the relaunch of the syllabus and an exciting new exam layout — including the option for IN-THEATRE / LIVE SHOW performances.
This in-depth day will explore the entire syllabus in detail, with practical guidance on:

Structuring engaging Musical Theatre classes
Effective approaches to teaching singing and acting
Understanding and delivering the new examination formats
What’s new, what’s changed, and how to apply it confidently in your teaching

We’ll also be covering new and interesting elements that were not discussed in the previous launch, making this an essential update even for those who attended before.
🗓 Date & Time
Sunday 8th March
Arrival from 9:30am
10:00am start
Finish approximately 4:00pm
💷 Cost

Only £40 per person
£20 for Examiners

📍 Venue
AJ School of Dance
Ravenshead Leisure Centre
Longdale Lane
Ravenshead
Nottingham
NG15 9AG
✔ Free parking available on site
☕ Refreshments

Tea and coffee provided free of charge
Please bring your own lunch

🎓 Certification
All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance, suitable for CPD points.
This training day is ideal for anyone wanting to feel fully confident, inspired, and up to date with the Musical Theatre syllabus, while gaining practical tools you can take straight back into the studio.
We look forward to welcoming you for a supportive, informative, and forward-thinking day of training.

120th Year Anniversary Event - presented by North Midland Ballroom
2026-03-07 09:00 - 17:00
✨ Saturday 7th March 2026 – 120th NATD Anniversary Event.
👉 The area is hosting an event to celebrate the NATD’s 120th Year Anniversary.
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

Northern Area - 🎪 JOIN THE CIRCUS! 🎪
2026-03-01 11:00 - 16:00
🎪 THE GREAT NORTHERN BIG TOP 🎪
🤹‍♀️Join the NATD Northern Circus🤹‍♀️
‘Step Right Up’ – dancers aged 7–18
All levels welcome!
Come Follow the Band’ for this action packed day of dance & circus skills!
Learn exciting new skills, build confidence, and then take centre ring in an
🌟 exciting final performance for spectators! 🌟
Hosted by NATD Northern Area in proud support of Angela Rippon’s ‘Let’s Dance’ Campaign
🎪 SAVE THE DATE 🎪
🗓️ Sunday 1st March
📍 Dukinfield Town Hall
Online booking trapezing its way to you soon!
🎩 Step right up… and join The Great Northern Big Top! 🎩

Anglian Area 2026 MOY Qualifier
2026-03-01 09:00 - 21:00 | Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Rd, Basildon, SS14 3GR, United Kingdom
🪩 Anglian Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026.
👉 Venue: Basildon Sporting Village
👉 Time: 9am – 9pm.
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: anglian@natd.org.uk – Nick Kelly, Anglian Area Secretary.

North Midland Theatrical Junior Dance Day
2026-03-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Aston-on-Trent Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, Ashton-on-Trent, DE72 2AX, United Kingdom
✨ Sunday 1st March 2026 – Junior Dance Day.
👉 Aston on Trent Memorial Hall.
👉 More information to follow.
👉 For more information please contact Siobhan Buchanan Area Secretary -northmidlandtheatrical@natd.org.uk

North Midland Theatrical Senior Dance Day
2026-01-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Aston-on-Trent Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, Ashton-on-Trent, DE72 2AX, United Kingdom
✨ Sunday 25th January 2026 – Senior Dance Day.
👉 Aston on Trent Memorial Hall.
👉 More information to follow.
👉 For more information please contact Siobhan Buchanan Area Secretary -northmidlandtheatrical@natd.org.uk

Contemporary Dance Teachers' Course
2026-01-18 09:30 - 17:00 | Wendy Bates School of Dancing, Unit 6 Wood Street, Burton, DE14 3AB, United Kingdom
🌟 Presented by Senior Examiner Claire Dobinson 🌟
👉 Come and join our Contemporary Dance Teachers’ Course which will go through our popular NATD Contemporary syllabus from Class Exam – Grade Six.
📃 This course can be attended as a Diploma Course for qualified teachers, a refresher course for previous attendees or as Attendance Course for students 16 years +. All NATD Examiners are welcome and eligible for a 50% discount on the course price.
📍Venue- Wendy Bates School of Dance, Unit 6, Wood Street, Burton on Trent, DE14 3AB.
⏱️9.30am -5pm.
Course Fees: NATD Members £50 Non-members £75 Students £40 NATD Examiners £25
Book your tickets below 👇
Further details contact clairedancing@hotmail.com
