Today marks a special and significant day for La Tragna Dance Academy as we warmly welcome Caitlin Childs as our new Principal.After many wonderful years at the helm, founder Melanie La Tragna, has made the decision to step away from day-to-day running of the academy and pass the business on to new ownership. Melanie's vision, dedication and passio...
We're so proud to share that several of our talented La Tragna Dance Academy students are taking to the stage next week in Disney's High School Musical, presented by Centre Stage School at the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe. ✨ Tom will be starring as Troy Bolton, the East High basketball captain who discovers a love of singing that throws his world —...
We are bursting with pride here at La Tragna Dance Academy as we share some truly exciting news – our very own Gracie Roper has been chosen as one of this year's Barnstaple Carnival Queens! 👑✨ In a historic first, the organisers of Barnstaple Carnival 2025 have crowned not just one, but two queens to lead the procession. After what was descri...
We're bursting with pride here at La Tragna Dance Academy as three of our talented students are performing in Les Misérables School Edition with Barnstaple Young Generation this summer! 👏 ✨ Poppy takes on the iconic and emotional role of Fantine, delivering heart-wrenching vocals and powerful stage presence. 🍷 Tom is bringing charm and wit to the r...
We're bursting with pride here at La Tragna Dance Academy as we celebrate the incredible achievement of one of our own—Emily Matthew, who has officially graduated from the prestigious London Studio Centre with a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Dance Performance! 🎓💃 Emily has been part of the LDA family for many years, both as a dedicated stu...
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from La Tragna Dance Academy — Alicia Woolacott has officially qualified as a UKA Dance Teaching Associate in Tap Dancing! Alicia has been part of our LDA family since she was very young, growing up through the grades, performances, and countless memories made along the way. Today, she takes a wonderful n...