Newsletter: Spring 2025
Dynamicmotif Spring Newsletter 2025
Dear Parents, Grandparents, and Supporters,
What an incredible start we’ve had to 2025! It feels as though the year only just began, yet we’ve already packed in so many wonderful achievements and magical moments.
We began the year with our Winter Recital back in January — a beautiful celebration of our pupils’ creativity and performance skills. Shortly after, we moved into our IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association) exam season, with sessions running across both January and February. A huge well done to all pupils who took part — your dedication and preparation have made us all so proud and everyone achieved outstanding results across the board!
As we step into the vibrant Spring and Summer terms, things are only getting more exciting. Our calendar is full of performances, events, and community celebrations — and we couldn’t be more thrilled to see our dancers out and about, sharing their talents.
First up is the Breaston May Day Gala, taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th May. This cherished event has become an annual tradition for Dynamicmotif over the past ten years, and we’re delighted to return once again. Selected classes, including our Borrowash Street Dancers, Grade 5 Ballerinas from Risley, and our Butterfly and Dragonfly Ballet pupils from Risley and Ockbrook, will be taking to the arena stage at 2:45pm — we’d love to see as many of you there as possible to support them.
Later in the term, we’ll be joining the West Hallam Well Dressing celebrations on Saturday 12th July. Our West Hallam Street Dance pupils have been invited to perform two of their showcase pieces — it’s always such a fantastic event to be part of and a great way to round off the term.
Of course, the biggest highlight of our year is our Summer Showcase, and this year’s production is set to be our most magical yet…
Welcome to The Enchanted Library!
Over 300 Dynamicmotif pupils will be performing across six spectacular shows at the Friesland Performing Arts Centre Theatre this June. Tickets are selling fast — and we do expect to sell out — so please don’t delay in booking yours.
Before purchasing, be sure to check which show(s) your child is performing in, then simply click on the Tickets tab on our website for all the details.
The Enchanted Library is a true celebration of the power of books, imagination, and storytelling. Each piece in the showcase is inspired by a much-loved book — from heartwarming childhood favourites to gripping mysteries and timeless classics.
Audiences can look forward to seeing the joy of Paddington Bear, the elegance of Angelina Ballerina, and the wonders of our solar system come to life on stage. We’ll also explore the intrigue of Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries through drama, and bring to life iconic characters from Anne of Green Gables, Black Beauty, and Little Women.
Modern readers will enjoy scenes inspired by Harry Potter, Tracy Beaker, Percy Jackson, and more — each piece showcasing our pupils’ creativity, skill, and love of learning through the arts.
This is a show not to be missed — and a beautiful way to celebrate our pupils’ progress and hard work throughout the year.
Key Showcase Dates to Remember:
- Saturday 21st June – Technical & Dress Rehearsal
- Sunday 22nd June – Two performances
- Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th June – Additional four shows
We’ll then return for one final celebratory week before we close for the summer holidays.
Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and encouragement. It means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the theatre this June to see everything our amazing pupils have created.
With warmest wishes,
Miss Jackie
Principal
Dynamicmotif Dance and Performing Arts Academy