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Adjudicator To Be Announced

We’re looking forward to introducing our adjudicator for the April 2027 festival. Keep an eye on our website and social media for further announcements!

JULY 2026

Amy J Ireland

After training full-time at Bird College in London, Amy went on to build an extensive teaching career, working with dancers of different ages and abilities.

Her teaching spans a range of styles, with particular expertise in Tap and Jazz. She has taught at Bird Conservatoire, delivered weekly Tap classes at Pineapple Studios and provided workshops and private tuition.

Amy regularly adjudicates festivals throughout the UK and is passionate about sharing her knowledge while nurturing individuality in every dancer.

JANUARY 2026

Lynsey Kelly

Lynsey began dancing at the age of three, training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern and Street Dance before studying Stage Performance professionally in Scotland.

A versatile performer, teacher and choreographer, Lynsey specialises in Jazz, Commercial, Musical Theatre and Lyrical Dance. Her career includes work in theatre, screen, cruise productions and corporate events.

She has worked as a dance lecturer, delivered workshops throughout the UK and internationally, and founded The Powerhouse Project, an artist development programme supporting aspiring professional performers.

Lynsey has extensive adjudicating experience, including university dance competitions and regional and national festivals. She is passionate about helping young artists develop their confidence, creativity and individuality.

JULY 2025

Emily Hancock

Emily has extensive experience in dance and performing arts, having trained in a wide range of styles including Ballet, Tap, Modern, National and Freestyle.

Her training included time at the Central School of Ballet, and she went on to achieve ISTD teaching qualifications, including Licentiate in Modern Theatre.

Throughout her career, Emily has supported dancers entering examinations and competitions, with students progressing to leading performing arts colleges and professional productions. Her choreography has also achieved success at All England Dance and the Dance World Cup.

Emily runs the Emily Hancock Dance Academy and has developed specialist dance training for younger children.

JANUARY 2025

Kiri Golding

Kiri is a freelance dance artist, educator and facilitator with extensive experience working across Hampshire and Wiltshire.

Her qualifications include NATD teaching awards, a Contemporary teaching diploma, a first-class BA (Hons) in Choreography and Dance, and Acrobatic Arts certification. She has also completed accredited Authentic Street Dance teacher training with Urban Strides.

Kiri has managed multiple theatre schools, organised large-scale productions and dance examinations, and developed performance opportunities for young people.

She also works in higher education and runs several creative businesses, including Kiri Golding Theatre Arts and RAW Dance Events.

JULY 2024

Emily Seal

Emily began dancing at the age of ten at the Classical Ballet Centre in Wiltshire before completing full-time professional training at the Judith Hockaday College of Dance and Drama.

She studied Imperial Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre and National Dance, performing in a range of theatrical productions during her training.

Emily is a fully qualified ISTD dance teacher, holding Licentiate qualifications in Modern Theatre and Tap.

With many years of teaching experience, she has a particular passion for Tap Dance and has supported aspiring teachers through an associate training programme in Wiltshire.

Encouragement

Celebrating the hard work and dedication behind every performance.

Confidence

Providing opportunities for dancers to develop their performance skills.

Progress

Recognising each dancer’s achievements and supporting their continued development.