New AED Vice President

We are proud to announce Doreen Wells, Marchioness of Londonderry, has joined us as Vice President. Born in London, Wells received her early dance training at the Bush Davies School of Theatre Arts,  and became a winner of the Sunshine Cup ( see above )  before...

The Angela Rippon Dance Challenge – 2026

Launching in 2026, the Angela Rippon Dance Challenge is a brand-new national fundraising event celebrating dance, participation and community. Led by Angela Rippon and delivered by All England Dance, the challenge invites adult dance groups from across the UK to...

AED is proud to support Let’s Dance!

Join in on March 8th by offering a free dance class in your local area. Simply let your community know, and share your plans with your local BBC radio station – you could even be featured! Let us know what you’re planning, and we’ll help you promote it. Dance is...

First AED Forum at University of Warwick

AED Hosts Successful First Forum at Warwick University AED is delighted to celebrate the success of its first ever AED Forum, held at University of Warwick in January 2026. The event brought together adjudicators, festivals and members of the AED community, creating a...

Urgent Information for all Affiliated Festivals & Teachers

How to Qualify from an Affiliated Festival to a Regional Final VERY IMPORTANT – Please Read Carefully Dancers can qualify by competing in one of the 95 affiliated festivals across the UK. Following the ‘soft launch’ of the new marking system by the...

UK Young Theatre Dancer Competition update

Learn Official West End Grease Choreography at UK Young Theatre Dancer Competition! We are beyond excited to announce that this year’s UK Young Dancer Theatre Competition Workshop Day will include an exclusive opportunity to learn Dame Arlene Phillips’ official West...