ABOUT SHIRLEY DANCE FESTIVAL
A welcoming festival for every dancer
Shirley Dance Festival is a friendly dance competition based in Southampton, offering dancers the chance to perform in a positive, supportive and encouraging atmosphere.
Whether it is your first festival or you are a regular performer, we aim to create a lovely experience for dancers, teachers and families alike.
NEXT EVENT
24th & 25th April 2027
Save the date for our next Shirley Dance Festival weekend.
ENTRIES
Open 1st November 2026
Entries will be taken through Play & Perform.
VENUE
Mountbatten School
The festival is currently booked to take place at the Lantern Theatre, Mountbatten School.
HOW THE FESTIVAL WORKS
Helpful information before you enter
Sections are sorted into school year groups. Please include this information on the entry form.
For duets, trios and groups, the oldest member will determine the age group.
Schedules will be sent out the weekend after the deadline.
Please arrive at least one hour before your performance time on festival day.
FESTIVAL FEES
Entry & audience prices
Entry Fees
Solos // £8.00
Duets // £14.00
Trios // £18.00
Groups // £25.00
Audience Fees
Morning Ticket £4.00
Afternoon Ticket £4.00
Full Day Ticket £7.00
Weekend Ticket £12.00
Purchased on arrival
AT THE FESTIVAL
A glimpse of festival day
A little snapshot of the dancers and performances that make Shirley Dance Festival so special.
Arriving at the venue
Once arriving and parking up at Mountbatten School, please find the Lantern Theatre to the left of the school in its own building. You will find us there!
A friendly atmosphere
We want Shirley Dance Festival to feel welcoming, organised and enjoyable for everyone — dancers, teachers, parents and audience members.
Need anything else?
You can explore more festival information below.
