The spotlight belongs to every child
At Zest Dance, performance isn't a privilege reserved for the “talented few”. Every student, from the youngest Little Lemon to our senior competition dancers, performs in a real production with real costumes, real lighting, and a real audience cheering them on.
- 185+
- students on stage
- Every
- student performs
- 7+
- years of shows
- National
- competition wins
Performance Opportunities
Four ways every Zest Dance student gets to shine.
Annual Show
Our centrepiece event: a full-scale theatre production featuring every single student from every location. Real costumes, real lighting, a real audience. Every child performs, no exceptions.
- 185+ students from all four locations
- Professional theatre venue
- Full costumes and production design
- From 18-month-old Little Lemons to senior dancers
Competition Teams
Our competition troupes represent Zest Dance at regional and national dance competitions. Kenilworth and Stratford teams have won first place at national level.
- National competition entries
- First-place wins at national level
- Professional choreography and costumes
- Open to dedicated students from Year 2 upward
IDTA Examinations
Graded examinations in ballet, tap, and modern dance following the IDTA syllabus. Certificates and medals for every student who sits. 100% pass rate across every session since 2019.
- 100% IDTA pass rate, every year
- Ballet, tap, and modern grades
- IDTA certificates and medals presented
- Proper preparation, not just practice
In-Class Performances
Regular opportunities to perform within the class environment: end-of-term showcases, in-studio sharing sessions, and parent observation sessions throughout the year.
- End-of-term showcases
- Parent observation sessions
- Regular performance practice
- Building stage confidence from day one
On Stage at Zest Dance
Moments That Last a Lifetime
“Watching my daughter perform in her first show was one of the most emotional experiences of my life. She was so proud of herself, and so were we.”
Alana
Parent, Stratford-upon-Avon
“The annual show is phenomenal. The organisation, the costumes, the performances: it looks completely professional. You'd never guess how young some of these dancers are.”
Victoria
Parent, Kenilworth
“My son is shy at school but on that stage he absolutely beamed. Dance has given him a confidence I didn't know he had.”
Rachel
Parent, Evesham
Annual Show: Every Summer
Our annual show takes place every summer and features all students from every location. Dates are confirmed at the start of each academic year and shared with families directly. Current students and their families receive full details through our usual channels.
Not yet a Zest Dance student? Book a trial to join us.
Come and try a class
Their first class could be the start of something big.
- Two full weeks of classes from £14–£20
- No long-term commitment
- Friendly teachers who help nervous beginners settle in
