Our latest blog from South Theatre Arts Festival - October 2026

We are beyond excited to launch our new additions to our DC uniform collection. We have added some amazing pieces for you to wear alongside your core dance uniform and comps. We've even introduced a new colour. Who even are we! With the lead times for Squad, now is a great time to make sure your dancer has the correct uniform for their classes, particularly with the Christmas rush not too far away. We want our dancers to arrive at lessons feeling confident, looking smart and

With our 2026/27 festival season getting underway, I wanted to send through a reminder of the upcoming festival dates and entry opening dates. We have a huge number of competition entries this year, so we really appreciate everyone keeping organised and making a note of the dates below. Please do keep an eye on the relevant platforms and festival information, as unfortunately we simply won’t be able to send individual reminders every time an entry opens. BellaDanza Events - R

Introducing some of the cast of Snow White - a Wickedly Fun Pantomime at the White Rock Theatre this pantomime season. A huge well done to Aoife, Eva, Matilda, Amelia, Tippi and Esme, who all successfully earnt a place to perform in our local panto across various dates this silly season. This years panto will run from Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027 for Hastings’ favourite festive tradition. Tickets available here. Join us in wishing our dancers the best of

October Festivals coming up in 2026

Our new term will begin, Monday 14th September We're delighted to announce our new timetable with some brand new exciting classes added to the mix! PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique) Tuesday's - 6:15 - 7pm for all ages Commercial Tuesday - 6:15 - 7pm (ages 6 - 10) and 7 - 8pm (11+) Dancer's Conditioning and Flexibility Wednesday - 4:15 - 5:15pm for all ages Industry Pro Preparation Classes Saturday 9 - 10:15am (Juniors 10+) Saturday 10:15 - 11:45am (Pre-pro's 14+)

Dancers from Dance Collective took part in auditions across multiple shows this summer in Hastings and Eastbourne.

Never can say goodbye, especially to these queens! They have been DC advocates and tremendous role models to our younger cohorts. There wasn't a dry eye in the room as we bid our 'big girl's farewell.