Phelan school of dance

14/06/2026

Our dancers were proud to take part in the Dance 100 fundraising event for the Scottish Huntington's Association at the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens.
Dance 100 brings people together to dance through 100 songs back-to-back, raising vital awareness and funds for families affected by Huntington’s disease.

A huge thank you to all of our dancers for participating and to the audience whose enthusiasm and energy made the day truly special.

We would also like to thank the Scottish Huntington's Association for inviting us to perform. Our dancers absolutely loved taking to the stage at the Ross Bandstand, what a spectacular setting, with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop.

A wonderful day of dance, community and support for an important cause.

14/06/2026

💙 Leith Gala Day 2026 💙

Our dancers had a wonderful time performing yesterday at Leith Gala Day, and we couldn't be prouder of them all.

For over 50 years, Phelan School of Dance has been part of the Leith community, and we are forever grateful for the continued encouragement, support, and kindness shown to our dance school throughout the years. The success of Phelan School of Dance is built on the people around us, and we sincerely thank everyone who has played a part in our journey.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to support our dancers. Your cheers, smiles, and encouragement mean so much to them and to our dance school.

Community events like this are incredibly important, bringing people together and celebrating all that makes Leith so special. We feel privileged to be part of such a welcoming and supportive community. Thank you to all our friends, families, and supporters for cheering on our dancers and helping make the day so memorable.
We are proud to be part of Leith and proud of every dancer who represented our school so beautifully yesterday.
Thank you 💙

12/06/2026

We are looking forward to perform at the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens this Saturday at 4:15pm in support of the Scottish Huntington’s Association 💙🤍

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR DANCE 100 TICKETS! 🚨

This Saturday, the Ross Bandstand in Princes Street Gardens will come alive with music, dancing, and community spirit as we take on the ultimate challenge – dancing through 100 songs back-to-back! 💃🎶

Join us for an unforgettable day featuring DJ Steve McKenna, amazing live performances, and hundreds of people coming together to support families affected by Huntington's disease.

We've had an amazing response from the community and can't wait to bring you all together.

Don't miss your chance to be part of something special.

👉 Get your tickets now: https://scottishhuntingtonsassociation2.beaconforms.com/form/7cc36f94

💜 Dance. Connect. Make a difference.

11/06/2026

✨ Congratulations to all of our incredible dancers who performed this week in the Broughton High School Specialist Dance Show! We were so proud to watch you all shine on stage. 💙

From P6 right through to S6, it has been wonderful to see so many of our dancers involved in the programme. Watching friendships grow, confidence flourish, and a shared love of performing develop over the years is something truly special.

A very special mention goes to Amy as she took to the stage for her final Broughton show. Having been part of the programme since primary school, your dedication and passion for dance have always shone through. Receiving your award last night was such a proud moment and a reflection of the remarkable young woman you have become. We couldn’t be prouder of you!

Well done to Ella for showcasing her S5 choreography. It was fantastic to see your creative vision come to life in ‘Aladdin the Musical’ and so lovely to watch both your school friends and some of our Phelan girls perform your work on stage.

We would also like to congratulate our dancers who were recognised at the Prize Giving for their hard work and achievements:

🏆 P6 Stand Out Performer – Lily P
🏆 P7 Stand Out Performer – Eden
🏆 S1 Stand Out Performer – Amarra
🏆 Junior Dancer of the Year – Abbey
🏆 Senior Dancer of the Year – Amy

Thank you to the team at Bhs Specialist Dance for your support and encouragement of our dancers and all your hard work.

We are incredibly proud of every dancer who took part. Well done everyone! ✨💙

08/06/2026

Huge thank you to Abbie & Kira for the fantastic Acro sessions. We’ve absolutely loved every minute and it’s been amazing watching the dancers learn new skills and grow in confidence.

Abbie and Kira are truly wonderful teachers, showing so much kindness, care, and encouragement to every student. They make sure each dancer feels supported and able to progress at their own pace.

We’re so grateful for the time, energy, and knowledge you’ve shared with our dancers. It really has been such a brilliant experience from start to finish. Thank you! 💙✨

08/06/2026

🌟 Congratulations to Eilidh, Cici & Eden! 🌟

We are incredibly proud to announce that Eilidh, Cici and Eden have successfully auditioned for the Specialist Dance Programme at Broughton High School, Edinburgh.

The programme provides young dancers with the opportunity to combine their academic studies with dance training, helping them develop their skills, artistry and performance experience alongside their education. We have no doubt these dancers will make the most of this exciting opportunity and continue to flourish in their dance journey.

We are especially proud that many current and former Phelan pupils have been part of the Broughton High School Specialist Dance Programme over the years, and it is wonderful to see Eilidh, Cici and Eden continuing that tradition.

Thank you Broughton High School for your support and encouragement of our dancers. Well girls. Everyone at Phelan is so proud of you! 💙✨

08/06/2026

🩰 Congratulations to Piper & Matilda on successfully completing their P6 and P7 sessions with the Scottish Ballet Associates.

Over the past year, both girls have been part of the Junior Associate Programme, where they have developed their technical skills and artistic expression through high-quality training in ballet and creative dance.

Throughout their time with Scottish Ballet, Piper and Matilda have also enjoyed the exciting opportunity to perform in Scottish Ballet productions. We are incredibly proud of all they have achieved. ✨🩰

Thank you Scottish Ballet for this opportunity.

01/06/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who helped organise our ‘Movie Night’ 🎥 🍿
What a wonderful evening it was for all involved.

We are so lucky at the dance school to have such caring and dedicated people who go above and beyond to create special memories for our children. Thank you to Jen, Kylie, Rachael W, Rachel C and Gemma for putting together such a fantastic event and to Tamzin, Dawn and our senior girls for assisting with tidying up the aftermath! The smiles on our dancers’ faces said it all!

Phelan School of Dance is so much more than just a dance school. It is a place where children and families truly feel they belong. That sense of community is only possible thanks to our amazing teachers, assistants, and supportive parents who all help create such a nurturing environment 🥰💙

Thank you again everyone for all their hard work, planning, and effort that went into such a special evening xx

29/05/2026

✨ We were delighted to welcome the incredibly talented Liv Alexander back to our school for another Musical Theatre workshop, this time with our Senior Dancers! ✨

After first meeting Liv during our London trip for our school principal’s birthday celebrations, we were so pleased to keep in touch. While visiting Edinburgh, Liv generously took the time to share her invaluable West End experience with our students, giving them a unique insight into the world of professional musical theatre.

This exciting workshop brought the glamour, energy, and storytelling of The Great Gatsby to life, allowing our dancers to learn directly from a performer currently working at the highest level of the industry. What an incredible opportunity for our students to develop their skills and gain first-hand knowledge of life on the West End stage. 💫

Liv, it was an absolute pleasure to have you with us again. Your enthusiasm, passion, and ability to connect with every student made the workshop truly special and left everyone feeling inspired.

Thank you for spending time with us, we loved having you at the school and are already looking forward to welcoming you back! 💙

🌟 ABOUT LIV ALEXANDER 🌟
Training: Urdang Academy
Theatre Credits:
• Midnight (Sadler’s Wells East)
• The Great Gatsby (West End)
• Cabaret (West End)
• Strictly Ballroom (UK Tour)
• Six (West End, UK Tour & Norwegian Cruise Line)
• Bare: A Pop Opera (The Vaults, London)
Television:
• The BRIT Awards – Little Mix Live Performance (ITV)

28/05/2026

We are looking forward to performing Leith Festival on Saturday 13th June.

Come along to see our dancers from
11:15-11:45am at Leith Links 💙✨