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Abstract Dance & Performing Arts is proud to be a Multi-Award Winning company, providing high quality tuition, offering exceptional opportunities and experiences and a huge array of qualifications. Abstract caters for all with an outstanding range of classes for ages 1 to 101! The variety allows for all students; those who wish to attend a class or two as a weekly hobby to those who wish to train for a future career within the industry. Abstract is a fun, uplifting, safe and professional school allowing the students to fulfil and excel their potential. Thousands of children and adults have attended Abstract classes since opening in 2011 and new students enrol at Abstract daily.
'We welcome you to join the Abstract community and hope to teach you soon!' - Amber Leigh - Director
Abstract Dance & Performing Arts was established in 2011 and quickly became the fastest growing dance and performing arts school in the south! Within the first year the school grew from three classes to holding a full timetable of classes five days a week. The news of Abstract's achievements soon spread as Abstract appeared in the press, on TV and on the Radio! The Director continuously trains abroad, often becoming the first in the world to gain many qualifications and to bring back the education and examination opportunities to the students, this has proven very popular especially as Amber became a regular faculty teacher for Move It, the World's Biggest Dance Convention! Abstract leads the way with original opportunities, performances abroad, incredible professional workshops, a diverse range of qualifications and opening an in house casting agency. Abstract soon became a regular at award ceremonies gaining national, international and global titles! Two years after opening in 2013, the Abstract Performing Arts Centre was established with several large studios and performance spaces as well expanding into new locations to provide more children and adults with the opportunity to be a part of Abstract .
Enrolments are open now to be a part of the premier performing arts company!

Multi-Award Winning

WINNER - Global Performing Arts School of the Year
WINNER - UK Enterprise Best Performing Arts & Dance School in Hampshire 
WINNER - UK Dance School of the Year Overall
WINNER - Innovative Dance School of the Year
WINNER - NEA Community Impact Award
WINNER - SEEA Best Performing Arts School Public Vote 

Casting Agency

Abstract Casting Agency is a successful  professional agency registered with Spotlight which offers global casting opportunities. Abstract represents students for paid work internationally in TV, Film, Stage, Commercials, Voiceovers, Modelling, Gaming, Music Videos and much more!

Performing Arts Centre

Abstract Performing Arts Centre is the Head Office of Abstract and is based on London Road, Portsmouth. The centre holds 3 studios, music room, vocal tuition room, a stage, reception, changing room, facilities, class room, car park for Blue Badge holders and north/south bus stops right outside for your convenience.

International Performances

2014
Disneyland - Paris, France
2017
Disney World - Florida, America
2018
Disneyland - Paris, France  
2020
The RDS - Dublin, Ireland
2023
Dolman Theatre - Newport, Wales
Teatre Auditori - Salou, Spain

Teacher Training  

Abstract provides professional fully accredited dance teacher training qualifications in a variety of genres. Alumni teachers have achieved outstanding results with all receiving Distinctions & Merits and many receiving award nominations by the examiners for achieving such high marks!

Performance Companies

Abstract provides a variety of elite performance companies to enable students to train as a pre-professional team, gaining unrivalled experiences to enhance their portfolio and CV to aid college, university and professional work applications. 

Grades & Medals

Abstract provides a huge array of qualifications across many examination boards and to the highest levels. Qualifications are internationally recognised and many are OfQual registered allowing students to gain UCAS points and aid their application for university. We also offer pre-grade exams and performance medal awards to enhance students' portfolio of achievements and endorse their training even further!

Excursions & Workshops

Abstract offers a wide variety of excursions including visits to TV & Film Studios, Recording Studios, Theatre Shows, Backstage Tours, University Visits & Taster Days as well as numerous performances abroad! 
Abstract books industry professionals and leading practitioners to visit the Abstract Performing Arts Centre to teach a variety of workshops. Students learn new techniques and skills as well as choreography from musicals and music videos. 

Rewards

Abstract rewards and recognises students transferable life skills achievements with certificates, rosettes, medals and large column trophies which they keep. Students are awarded for hard work, progress, commitment and dedication!

Shows

Abstract is proud to create exceptional shows which showcase the talents of all students in large scale inclusive arts productions. The shows has momentous support with record ticket sales of over 330 in the first twenty minutes of release!