English National Ballet School

Graduate Spotlight: Lyla Ireland

Congratulations to Lyla who will be joining Leipziger Ballet Junior in Germany this season. As she prepares to take her first steps into professional life, Lyla reflects on her time at ENBS.

"It has challenged me, inspired me and helped me grow in so many ways. I've been incredibly lucky to learn from such dedicated teachers and to be surrounded by supportive friends who have made my time here so special ... I'm excited to begin the next chapter of my journey."

🎓 Graduating Class of 2026

On Saturday, following their final performances as ENBS students, we celebrated three years of hard work, commitment and countless hours in the studio.

As they take their next steps into the professional ballet world, we're incredibly proud of everything they have achieved during their time at ENBS.

📰 Discover where the Class of 2026 is heading next via the link.

🔗 https://www.enbschool.org.uk/news/celebrating-the-english-national-ballet-school-class-of-2026/

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🎬 After five weeks in the studio, Thrum of Bones, created by this year's Guest Choreographer, Liam Blair, came to life on stage at the Bloomsbury Theatre as part of our 2026 Summer Performance.

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🩰 Our Summer Performance 2026 camera roll.
A few of our favourite moments from this year's classical repertoire at the Bloomsbury Theatre, performed by students across all three years of training.

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🔦 Graduate Spotlight: Max Anderson

Congratulations to Max Anderson, who'll be joining Cape Town City Ballet for the start of their next season.

Originally from California, Max discovered ballet at the age of nine before moving to England at 14 to study ballet. At 16 he joined our senior school, to continue studying, training and performing, most recently touring in English National Ballet's My First Ballet: Cinderella.

Looking back on his time Max says:

"I will always cherish my time at ENBS and the amazing friends I made along the way. I would like to thank the School for all of the amazing opportunities we have been offered during our time here. I am looking forward to moving on to the next step in my career, seeing a new part of the world and all the new adventures that will come with it."

🎉 We wish Max every success as he begins this exciting new chapter with Cape Town City Ballet.

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🚨PSA: There are still tickets available for tonight's Summer Performance!🚨

Join us at 7pm at the Bloomsbury Theatre for an evening of classical and contemporary ballet.

Tonight is also your final opportunity to see Fleeting by Bridget Breiner, following its acclaimed performance at the Next Generation Festival at the Royal Ballet and Opera.

For tonight only, enjoy 50% off Friday evening tickets.

🎟️ Use code: ENBS50

Book now via this link https://www.bloomsburytheatre.com/event/2026/07/steps-toward-tomorrow

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🔦 Graduate Spotlight: Mihiro Miyaoka

From Japan to London, and now on to the professional stage.

Mihiro Miyaoka began dancing at the age of four, inspired by her grandmother. In 2023, she competed at the Youth America Grand Prix Finals in Tampa, where she was awarded a place at English National Ballet School, joining the School in January 2024.

This season, Mihiro begins the next chapter of her career with Slovak National Ballet.

"I am excited to continue learning, developing as an artist and embracing new experiences as a professional dancer. I will always be thankful for everything ENBS has given me, and I will carry the lessons, memories and friendships from my time at the School throughout my career."

Congratulations, Mihiro. We wish you every success as you begin your professional journey.

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Review: English National Ballet School and John Cranko School at the Next Generation Festival Graham Watts sees two top ballet schools at the Royal Ballet & Opera's Next Generation Festival, dancing as if they were already fully fledged professionals.