Academy of Dance

27/09/2026

Congratulations to Miss Olivia for making it to the finals of the Barbara Sharples Choreography Awards in Manchester with her routine Feerie. The routine was fabulous and we are so proud of you for getting that far!!

07/09/2026

Looking forward to getting back to class this week, we are welcoming new and old students to AoD and can't wait!! Hope you've all had a fabulous summer!!

01/09/2026

Sign up for a free trial before we start the new term, be part of our amazing dance school, learn skills and make lifelong friends!!

22/08/2026

Massive congratulations to former pupil Larissa on her professional panto role!! Have the best time!

✨️ Panto Casting Announcement ✨️

We are incredibly excited to announce that Larissa Wallington will be playing to role of Aurora in this years Christmas Pantomime! 🧑‍🎄

Larissa is a dance and singing teacher with a huge passion for musical theatre. She began training in dance and musical theatre with Academy of Dance at just five years old and spent 8 years performing in the chorus of pantomimes throughout her childhood, where her love of the stage first began.

Since then, Larissa has gone on to perform in a variety of productions, building a wealth of experience and a wonderful collection of favourite roles along the way. Her highlights include Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Becca in Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Esther Morstan-Eyre in Whodunnit!? and most recently, Scaramouche in We Will Rock You. Her portrayal of Dorothy in Chesterfield Operatic Society's The Wizard of Oz earned her a Best Performer NODA Award. An achievement she is incredibly proud of.

Away from the stage, Larissa works as a part-time dance and singing teacher. She loves inspiring the next generation of performers by sharing her passion for dance, singing and musical theatre.

Larissa is beyond excited to be making her debut at the Academy Theatre and is exciting to be starring in this years pantomime! ✨

Tickets are on sale now, book early to grab the best seats! 🎄

📍 The Academy Theatre, Barnsley
📅 Dates across December
📞 01226 744442
🎟 https://www.ticketsource.com/academytheatre/academy-theatre-presents-sleeping-beauty/e-adoamo

20/08/2026

Junior Classes Now Open!

We have spaces available in our junior classes for ages 1+

Get in touch today to secure your FREE trial. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

20/08/2026

Whether you’re taking your very first steps or looking to grow your skills and confidence, we’d love to welcome you to Team AOD!

At AOD, we offer a supportive and kind environment where students can learn, achieve and make friends for life 💗

Get in touch with us today to find out more and to book a free trial!

📞 07790 328375
📧 [email protected]

www.aodchesterfield.co.uk

20/08/2026

Well done to all our GCSE students whatever your result you need to be proud, good luck with the next chapter!! X

13/08/2026

Hope all of our students getting their results today have done amazing and heading off to where they want go!

We are always here for you whenever you want to return. Lots of love and good luck in the next chapter of life from all at AOD ❤️

23/07/2026