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What's happening at Whittaker's
Show announcements, exam results, new classes and the achievements we're proudest of.
Shows · 5 March 2026
World At Your Feet returns to the Grand Theatre
Our 74th anniversary production takes over Blackpool's Grand Theatre from 5–8 March 2026. Tickets and rehearsal call sheets to follow.
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Achievements · 23 July 2025
Five students accepted onto Tap Attack Associates
Congratulations to Mia and Oliver on Junior Associates, and to Evie, Amelie and Ebony on Mid 2 Associates. Classes begin in September in Wakefield.
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Heritage · 1 February 2025
Celebrating 70 years of Whittaker's
Seven decades of dancers, drama students, shows and friendships — and we are only just getting started.
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Classes · 14 August 2025
Autumn term enrolment now open
New students are welcome across ballet, tap, modern, jazz, acro, Irish and drama. Free trial classes available.
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Achievements · 10 June 2025
Outstanding ISTD examination results
A superb set of results across tap and modern theatre, with a high proportion of Distinctions. Placeholder copy.
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Classes · 2 May 2025
Adult classes: it is never too late to start
Our Tuesday adult ballet, modern and Saturday Irish classes are open to complete beginners. Placeholder copy.
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