22 January 2023 11:18

RAD Malaysia is proud to announce that we will be hosting Summer School 2023 from 29 May 2023 to 2nd June and our Showcase on 3rd June 2023. For more information about the event, click here. If you have any queries, please contact us at activity@raddancing.com.my.

Our Artistic Director Mr Gerald Charles will be heading our Summer School. He will also be heading the CPD course for Teachers from 5th June to 8th June 2023!

Gerard Charles has been the Artistic Director of the RAD since October 2018. Born in Folkestone, Kent, he received his dance training from Moya Kennedy and at The Royal Ballet School in London. He danced professionally in the UK, Europe and the US before retiring from the stage to serve as Ballet Master for BalletMet Columbus, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens and the Joffrey Ballet. Gerard was Artistic Director of BalletMet from 2001 to 2012 during which time the company commissioned more than 50 World Premieres and was invited to perform in Russia and New York City among others. Gerard collaborated with other ballet companies and arts organizations to present pioneering and adventurous programming. In 2014, Gerard became the Director of Artistic Operations of Joffrey Ballet. During his career, he has been fortunate to work with, and learn from, a wide range of choreographers and teachers. Gerard is committed to making quality dance training and experiences accessible to all and looks forwards to inspiring a new generation of dancers.