Dance

The Dance Section is always a highlight of the Festival.

The Dance Section is always a highlight of the Worthing Music and Arts Festival, bringing energy, creativity and exceptional talent to the stage each year. As a well-established dance festival in Worthing, West Sussex, this section attracts performers from across the region, from young dancers taking their first steps in competition to experienced performers demonstrating advanced technique and artistry.

A wide range of classes is available, including solos, duets, trios and both small and large groups, with age sections spanning from 4 to 22. The Festival welcomes a variety of dance styles, typically including ballet, modern, contemporary, tap, jazz, lyrical and musical theatre. This breadth ensures opportunities for dancers, schools and groups looking to take part in a West Sussex dance competition in a supportive and professionally run environment.

Our Dance Section provides a welcoming and inspiring platform where participants can perform, build confidence and gain valuable stage experience. Competitors receive professional written and verbal feedback from experienced adjudicators, helping to support progression and celebrate achievement at every level. For many, the Festival offers a valuable stepping stone in their development as performers.

We pride ourselves on offering high-quality performance venues for our dancers. The Pavilion Theatre in Worthing provides a professional setting, with a large stage, well-equipped dressing rooms, and an auditorium spacious enough to accommodate the enthusiastic audiences who traditionally attend our group classes. Performing in a theatre environment adds to the experience of taking part in a dance festival in Worthing, giving dancers a real sense of occasion.

Whether performing individually or as part of a group, dancers enjoy the opportunity to share their passion, gain performance experience and be part of a vibrant and welcoming arts community. The Dance Section continues to be one of the most popular and exciting parts of the Worthing Music & Arts Festival each year.

Dance Syllabus & Regulations 2027

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2027 DANCE Adjudicator

JUDITH VARDY

We are delighted to welcome Judith Vardy as our Dance Adjudicator for this year's Worthing Music & Arts Festival.

Judith trained in the North East of England before joining the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain and embarking on a ten-year performing career across theatre, television, film, circus, cabaret and cruise productions. She is Director of JVS Performing Arts in Warwickshire and is an Examiner with the Royal Academy of Dance, as well as a tutor and mentor for both the RAD and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing.

During twelve years teaching and lecturing in the United States, Judith worked with Orlando Ballet Company and School, taught at Dr Phillips Theatre Magnet and presented at the Dance Teachers Web Conference in Las Vegas. She is also an Associate Dance Artist for the Royal Ballet and Royal Opera's Chance to Dance outreach programme.

A highly respected adjudicator with the British and International Federation of Festivals, All England Dance and TDCI, Judith is passionate about inspiring performers of all ages to achieve their full potential through positive, constructive feedback.

THE PAVILION THEATRE, WORTHING

The Pavilion Theatre is situated on the promenade end of Worthing Pier. The Theatre was built in 1926, and has a high decorated proscenium archway over the stage, giving a unique and regal elegance.

The town centre is close by as are on-street parking and car parks.
Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PX