We are asking for your support to send our Leeds Youth Academies' Senior Group to both Making Moves and U.Dance this summer.

A word from our young people:

“After a highly competitive selection process, we have been invited to perform at both Making Moves on the Sadler’s Wells East stage in London and U.Dance at the Tramway in Glasgow with workshops at Scottish Ballet Studios this summer 2026. This is a huge achievement, and we could not be prouder to represent Leeds.

This is our chance to perform on prestigious national stages, connect with other like-minded young performers from across the UK, and represent Leeds and Yorkshire with pride.

To make this possible, we need to cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and meals for 18 dancers (ages 16 to 19) and the Phoenix staff supporting them throughout the trips. Thanks to the generosity of donors and supporting trusts and foundations, we have already raised over half of the total costs. We now need to raise an additional £3,500 to ensure every dancer can take part.

We need to secure £175 for every dancer in order to fully support their participation. Any contribution — no matter the size — brings us closer to our goal, and no donation amount is too small!

If you’re unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with friends, family, and your community could also help us reach our target.

Thank you so much for your support!”