Dame Allan's Schools
A range of events hosted by different departments at Dame Allan's Schools.
Easter Dance Camp
Between Monday 13 April 2026 and Friday 17 April 2026
The camp will run on Monday 13th April and Tuesday 14th April for pupils in Years 2-4 and Thursday 16th April and Friday 17th April for pupils in Years 5-7.
The camp will be held at the senior school site. Access is via the Nuns Moor Road entrance. Please go to the Dance Studio for drop-off and pick-up. Students are reminded that they must not wander around the school premises and stay with a member of staff at all times.
Early drop-off is available from 8:00 AM for an additional £6.00. Otherwise, please arrive just before 9:00 AM to ensure a prompt start. If no one is at the door upon arrival, please call 07803 544663 for access.
Pick-up is at the same location at 3:00 PM.
Late pick-up is available until 4:00pm for an additional £6.00 (payable via Try Booking); otherwise, the camp finishes at 3:00pm.
Pupils should bring their own food and snacks.
A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
For emergencies, call 07803 544663.
Dance Studio
Dance Fit 6pm-7pm
Between Monday 3 March 2025 and Monday 30 March 2026
Dance fit is a class to sweat your stresses away and get the whole body moving and grooving to the music. This class is for all abilities and levels, whether you’re an experienced or non-experienced dancer, come along and let yourself get lost in the rhythm. The teacher will guide you through various fun filled choreographed routines, developing and improving on your flexibility, coordination, fitness and wellbeing. Leave Dancefit feeling energised and invigorated.
Please note: Attendees should arrive five minutes before the start of the session. These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. Attendees should walk along the front of the schools, past the main reception towards the Queen’s Building. Once you reach the bike shed you should turn right towards the Dance Studio.
Please wear comfortable clothing and trainers and bring a bottle of water with you.
Dance Studio
Young Musician of the Year Final 2026
Wednesday 25 March 2026
We are delighted to invite you to the Young Musician of the Year Final at Dame Allan's Schools.
Finalists will perform for an adjudicator and audience in Newsom Hall.
Newsom Hall
Spring Concert 2026
Wednesday 18 March 2026
We are delighted to invite you to our Spring Concert at the Cathedral, featuring performances from our talented musicians and ensembles.
This special evening will showcase a varied programme of music in the beautiful surroundings of the Cathedral.
We look forward to welcoming families, friends, and members of the school community for what promises to be a wonderful celebration of music!
Newcastle Cathedral
Oliver!
Between Thursday 12 March 2026 and Saturday 14 March 2026
We are delighted to invite you to our production of Oliver!, Lionel Bart's classic musical based on Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist.
Our talented pupils bring this much-loved story to life with what promises to be a fantastic performance!
Newsom Hall
Drivetime Concert (CANCELLED)
Wednesday 25 February 2026
Our Drivetime Concert will feature performances from our fantastic Music Scholars. The Drivetime Concerts are always a lovely opportunity to celebrate the talent and hard work of our pupils, and we would be delighted if you could join us!
Newsom Hall, Dame Allan's Senior School
February half term dance camp (Year 5 and 6)
Between Monday 16 February 2026 and Tuesday 17 February 2026
The camp will run on Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th only for pupils in Year 5 and 6. You can opt for early drop-off or late pickup as needed.
The camp will be held at the senior school site.. Access is via the Nuns Moor Road entrance. Please go to the Dance Studio for drop-off and pick-up. Students are reminded that they must not wander around the school premises and must stay with a member of staff at all times.
Early drop-off is available from 8:00 AM for an additional £6.00 otherwise, please arrive just before 9:00 AM to ensure a prompt start. If no one is at the door upon arrival, please call 07803 544663 for access. Pick-up is at the same location at 3:00 PM. Late pickup is available until 4:00pm, for an additional £6.00.
Pupils should bring their own food and snacks. A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
For emergencies, call 07803 544663.
For any medical or allergy information, please email c.turnbull@dameallans.co.uk before the camp starts.
For any other queries, feel free to reach out via email.
Dame Allan's Senior Schools
February half term dance camp (Years 3/4)
Friday 13 February 2026
The camp will run on Friday 13th February only for pupils in Year 3 and 4. You can opt for early drop-off or late pickup as needed.
The camp will be held at the junior school site. Please drop off and pick up from the door at the John Hind Hall.
Early drop-off is available from 8:00 AM for an additional £6.00 otherwise, please arrive just before 9:00 AM to ensure a prompt start. If no one is at the door upon arrival, please call 07803 544663 for access. Pick-up is at the same location at 3:00 PM. Late pickup is available until 4:00pm, for an additional £6.00.
Pupils should bring their own food and snacks. A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
For emergencies, call 07803 544663.
For any medical or allergy information, please email c.turnbull@dameallans.co.uk before the camp starts.
For any other queries, feel free to reach out via email.
Dame Allan's Junior School
Jazz Night
Tuesday 10 February 2026
Join us for an evening of live music from our wonderful pupils!
General Admission
Christmas Dance Camp
Wednesday 17 December 2025
The camp will run on Wednesday 17th December only for pupils in Year 5 and 6. You can opt for early drop-off or late pickup as needed.
The camp will be held at the senior school site. Access is via the Nuns Moor Road entrance. Please go to the Dance Studio for drop-off and pick-up. Students are reminded that they must not wander around the school premises and must stay with a member of staff at all times.
Early drop-off is available from 8:00 AM for an additional £6.00 otherwise, please arrive just before 9:00 AM to ensure a prompt start. If no one is at the door upon arrival, please call 07803 544663 for access. Pick-up is at the same location at 3:00 PM. Late pickup is on until 4:00pm, for an additional £6.00.
Pupils should bring their own food and snacks. A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
For emergencies, call 07803 544663.
For any medical or allergy information, please email c.turnbull@dameallans.co.uk before the camp starts.
For any other queries, feel free to reach out via email.
Newsom Hall, Dame Allan's Senior School
Year 7 Extravaganza
Monday 8 December 2025
We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a wonderful evening celebrating the work of our Year 7 pupils!
Newsom Hall
Autumn Concert
Wednesday 26 November 2025
Join us for an evening of music as our talented pupils celebrate the season with wonderful performances! The concert will feature a wonderful range of performances from across the school, including our combined choirs and a variety of instrumental ensembles. It promises to be a fantastic evening celebrating the musical talent of our pupils.
Refreshments will be kindly provided by DASPA on the evening of the concert.
We look forward to welcoming you to what is always a highlight of the school year - an evening of wonderful music, enthusiasm, and celebration.
Newsom Hall
Open Mic Night
Wednesday 15 October 2025
An evening of live music showcasing our wonderful pupils. Enjoy a mix of styles and voices in a relaxed concert atmosphere!
Newsom Hall
OLED Awards Evening (Middle and Upper School)
Wednesday 8 October 2025
We are delighted that your son/daughter has successfully completed an award with the Outdoor Education Department.
Tickets are free but must be booked in advance for every child and adult attending. This is essential so we can confirm numbers with the venue.
Food will be available at the start of the evening at £11.50 per person, bookable when you reserve your tickets. A bar will also be open throughout the evening, serving additional drinks before and after the ceremony. All food purchases are non-refundable once booked.
We are also pleased to welcome local explorer Dan Smith as our guest speaker for the night. He is coming to share inspirational stories fresh from his recent solo expedition, Kayaking the Hess River in the Yukon.
Wylam Brewery
OLED Awards Evening: Lower School
Wednesday 8 October 2025
We are delighted that your son/daughter has successfully completed an award with the Outdoor Education Department. We are pleased to welcome local explorer Dan Smith as our guest speaker for the night. He is coming to share inspirational stories fresh from his recent solo expedition, Kayaking the Hess River in remote Yukon territory.
Students should attend in school uniform.
Tickets are free but must be booked in advance for every child and adult attending. This is essential so we can confirm numbers with the venue.
Tea/coffee and brownies will be available at the start of the evening at £5 per person, bookable when you reserve your tickets.
A bar will also be open throughout the evening, serving additional drinks before and after the ceremony.
All food purchases are non-refundable once booked.
Wylam Brewery
Drivetime Concert
Monday 6 October 2025
Our Drivetime Concert will feature performances from our fantastic Music Scholars. The Drivetime Concerts are always a lovely opportunity to celebrate the talent and hard work of our pupils, and we would be delighted if you could join us!
Newsom Hall, Dame Allan's Senior School
Summer Dance Camps
Between Monday 21 July 2025 and Friday 1 August 2025
We are delighted to run two camps this summer.
Monday 21st July - Friday 25th July for Years 3,4,5 and 6.
Monday 28th July - Friday 1st August for Years 7,8,9 and 10
The camps are open to both DAS pupils and pupils from other schools, so please feel free to share this information. At 3pm on both Fridays, there will be an informal sharing for parents to attend.
The camps will be held at the senior school. Access is via the pedestrian gate on Fowberry Crescent. There is no onsite parking. Early drop-off is available from 8:30 AM for an additional £6 otherwise please arrive just before 10:00 AM to ensure a prompt start. If no one is at the door upon arrival, please call 07803 544663 for access. Pick-up is at the same location at 4:00 PM. Pupils should bring their own food and snacks. A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
For emergencies, call 07803 544663.
For any medical or allergy information, please email c.turnbull@dameallans.co.uk
Dance Studio
Drivetime Concert
Tuesday 1 July 2025
Join us for a relaxed evening of musical performances from our talented pupils!
Newsom Hall
Stretch and Tone 7pm-8pm
Between Monday 13 January 2025 and Monday 16 June 2025
This accessible class uses breathing techniques, postures and stretches to firm up muscles and increase core strength so you can feel comfortable, confident and aligned in your body. Moving to calming music, you will see how slowing down and enjoying being in your body gets results!
Please note: These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. Attendees should walk along the front of the schools, past the main reception towards the Queen’s Building. Once you reach the bike shed you should turn right towards the Dance Studio. A member of staff will be there to help guide you.
Please note that all other areas of the school will not be open.
Bring a mat if you have one.
Wear comfortable clothing and trainers.
Please bring a bottle of water with you.
Dance Studio
May half term dance camp
Between Tuesday 27 May 2025 and Wednesday 28 May 2025
After the success of previous dance camps, the Dance department is going to offer the opportunity again during the May half term. The location for these camps will be at the senior school in the Gym. The gym is accessible from the Fowberry Crescent entrance to the school. There will be no onsite parking. Drop off and pick up will be at the pedestrian gate next to the Fowberry Crescent vehicle entrance. Senior school pupils can make their way into the gym when they arrive but only through the door next to the changing rooms.
The dance camp will be open to pupils who are currently in Years 4,5,6,7 or 8. The day will run from 10.00am until 4.00pm, with the option of an early morning drop off from 8.30am.
Pupils should bring their own food and snacks.
A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
Gym
Year 13 Leavers' Concert
Tuesday 6 May 2025
Join us for a memorable evening as we celebrate the musical achievements of our Year 13 students at the annual Leavers' Concert!
Newsom Hall
Spring Concert
Wednesday 2 April 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, showcasing the incredible talent of our pupils across a variety of ensembles, choirs, and solo performances!
St James' and St Basil's Church
DAS Young Musician of the Year Final
Thursday 27 March 2025
Join us for an exciting evening of music as we celebrate the exceptional talent of our pupils. This event showcases the remarkable skills of our most talented musicians from across all year groups, who will perform live for the chance to be crowned this year's winner!
Dame Allan's Senior School
Jazz Night
Monday 10 March 2025
Join us for a fantastic evening of live jazz, showcasing the incredible talent of our pupils. Expect a night filled with smooth melodies, toe-tapping rhythms, and a lively atmosphere!
Please note - seats will be unallocated. Tables will be set out on the evening, and attendees are welcome to sit wherever they like, so feel free to choose your perfect seat when you arrive!
Dame Allan's Senior School
Stretch and Tone 7pm-8pm
Monday 3 March 2025
This accessible class uses breathing techniques, postures and stretches to firm up muscles and increase core strength so you can feel comfortable, confident and aligned in your body. Moving to calming music, you will see how slowing down and enjoying being in your body gets results!
Please note: These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. We hope to see you there!
Wear comfortable clothing and trainers
Please bring a bottle of water with you.
If you would like to buy tickets for more than one session you can do this at the checkout once you have selected an initial date.
Dance Studio
February half term dance camp
Between Tuesday 25 February 2025 and Wednesday 26 February 2025
After the success of previous dance camps, the Dance department is going to offer the opportunity again during the February half term. The location for these camps will be at the senior school in the Newsom Hall and the dance studio. Access is via the Nuns Moor Road entrance. Please go to the Dance Studio for drop-off and pick-up.
The dance camp will be open to pupils who are currently in Years 4,5,6,7 or 8. The day will run from 10.00am until 4.00pm, with the option of an early morning drop off from 8.30am.
Pupils should bring their own food and snacks.
A water fountain is available for refilling water bottles.
Dance Studio
Dance Fit 6pm-7pm
Between Monday 13 January 2025 and Monday 17 February 2025
Dance fit is a class to sweat your stresses away and get the whole body moving and grooving to the music. This class is for all abilities and levels, whether you’re an experienced or non-experienced dancer, come along and let yourself get lost in the rhythm. The teacher will guide you through various fun filled choreographed routines, where you can work on your own style, developing and improving on your flexibility, coordination, fitness and wellbeing. Leave Dancefit feeling energised and invigorated.
Please note: These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. We hope to see you there!
Wear comfortable clothing and trainers
Please bring a bottle of water with you.
If you would like to buy tickets for more than one session you can do this at the checkout once you have selected an initial date.
Dance Studio
Drivetime Concert
Monday 17 February 2025
Come and enjoy an evening of fantastic live performances, showcasing the talent and hard work of our pupils!
Dame Allan's Senior School
Open Mic Night
Thursday 13 February 2025
Open Mic Night is a special event where our talented students will showcase their musical abilities and passion for performance. This concert is an unforgettable celebration of creativity, confidence, and community spirit. Throughout the evening, students will perform various songs, ranging from heartfelt ballads to lively acoustic sets. Whether singing, playing an instrument, or sharing original compositions, this concert offers them a wonderful opportunity to express themselves and grow as performers. We would love for you to join us in supporting our students and celebrating their hard work. Your encouragement means the world to them, and your presence will make the night even more special!
Dame Allan's Senior School
A Servant to Two Masters
Between Wednesday 11 December 2024 and Thursday 12 December 2024
Join our Sixth Form students in this classic comedy. Drawing on the Italian tradition of commedia dell’arte, Goldoni’s quick-witted and deft masterpiece of 1745 is structured around complications, improvisations, miscommunications, mistaken identities and outright deceptions. The play revolves around the wily, greedy servant Truffaldino who, in trying to fill both his purse and his stomach, attempts to serve two masters simultaneously. Lee Hall’s contemporary yet faithful version is fast-paced, funny and idiomatic.
Please note this show contains infrequent and mild swearing.
This amateur production of “A Servant to Two Masters” is presented by arrangement with
Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
Newsom Hall
Bollywood fitness classes
Between Wednesday 6 November 2024 and Wednesday 11 December 2024
A simple to follow dance workout to Bollywood and Punjabi hits with a yoga inspired cool down stretch to finish. Get fit, feel fab. This class is for all abilities and levels. No experience is required. It is open to all those aged 18 and over.
These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. Attendees must make their way through the main entrance on Fowberry Crescent. Attendees should walk along the front of the schools, past the main reception towards the Queen’s Building. Once you reach the bike shed you should turn right towards the Dance Studio.
Please wear comfortable clothing and trainers and bring a bottle of water with you.
Dance Studio
Dance Fit Mondays
Between Monday 4 November 2024 and Monday 9 December 2024
Dance fit is a class to sweat your stresses away and get the whole body moving and grooving to the music. This class is for all abilities and levels, whether you’re an experienced or non-experienced dancer, come along and let yourself get lost in the rhythm. The teacher will guide you through various fun filled choreographed routines, where you can work on your own style, developing and improving on your flexibility, coordination, fitness and wellbeing.
These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. Attendees must make their way through the main entrance on Fowberry Crescent. Attendees should walk along the front of the schools, past the main reception towards the Queen’s Building. Once you reach the bike shed you should turn right towards the Dance Studio.
Please wear comfortable clothing and trainers and bring a bottle of water with you.
Dance Studio
Year 7 Christmas Extravaganza
Monday 2 December 2024
We are thrilled to invite you to the Year 7 Christmas Extravaganza, an evening of festive fun and performances showcasing the hard work of our Year 7 pupils!
Newsom Hall
Autumn Concert
Wednesday 13 November 2024
Join us for an evening featuring various musical performances. This concert promises to take you on a captivating journey through different musical styles, from classical compositions to modern hits!
Newsom Hall
Halloween Dance Camp
Between Monday 28 October 2024 and Wednesday 30 October 2024
After the success of previous dance camps, the Dance department is going to offer the opportunity again during the October half term with a Halloween themed dance camp. The location for these camps will be at the senior school in the Newsom Hall and the dance studio. The dance camp will be open to pupils who are currently in Years 5, 6 ,7 or 8. The day will run from 10.00 until 4.00pm, with the option of an early morning drop off from 8.30am. Please note that there will be a sharing to parents on Wednesday at 3.00pm.
Newsom Hall
Dance Fit Thursdays
Between Thursday 12 September 2024 and Thursday 17 October 2024
Dance fit is a class to sweat your stresses away and get the whole body moving and grooving to the music. This class is for all abilities and levels, whether you’re an experienced or non-experienced dancer, come along and let yourself get lost in the rhythm. The teacher will guide you through various fun filled choreographed routines, where you can work on your own style, developing and improving on your flexibility, coordination, fitness and wellbeing. Leave Dancefit feeling energised and invigorated.
Please note: These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. We hope to see you there!
Wear comfortable clothing and trainers
Please bring a bottle of water with you.
If you would like to buy tickets for more than one session you can do this at the checkout once you have selected an initial date.
Dance Studio
Dance Fit Mondays
Between Monday 9 September 2024 and Monday 14 October 2024
Dance fit is a class to sweat your stresses away and get the whole body moving and grooving to the music. This class is for all abilities and levels, whether you’re an experienced or non-experienced dancer, come along and let yourself get lost in the rhythm. The teacher will guide you through various fun filled choreographed routines, where you can work on your own style, developing and improving on your flexibility, coordination, fitness and wellbeing. Leave Dancefit feeling energised and invigorated.
Please note: These classes have been designed with local residents in mind, so we hope that those attending will walk to the class. Those that do drive are welcome to park on site. We hope to see you there!
Wear comfortable clothing and trainers
Please bring a bottle of water with you.
If you would like to buy tickets for more than one session you can do this at the checkout once you have selected an initial date.
Dance Studio
Ben Crystal on Shakespeare
Friday 4 October 2024
Part talk, part performance, Ben makes sense of Shakespeare by putting him back into context. Explore Elizabethan theatre, Shakespeare’s poetic style, and even his accent with a renowned expert on the Bard. As an actor and producer, Ben is best known for his work exploring the original practices in Shakespearean rehearsal and production In 2011, he starred as Hamlet in the first original pronunciation production of Shakespeare for 400 years. He later founded the Shakespeare Ensemble, an international ensemble who make full-scale productions of Shakespeare plays in 3 days or less, exploring a fusion of Elizabethan rehearsal methods and modern physical theatre techniques. Ben’s first book Shakespeare on Toast - Getting a Taste for the Bard was shortlisted for the 2010 Educational Writer of the Year Award. He has also had significant involvement with the Globe theatre in London, where he has acted, produced and curated exhibitions. This year, he will deliver the prestigious Babel lecture.
Dame Allan's Sixth Form
Summer Dance Camp Week 2
Between Tuesday 23 July 2024 and Thursday 25 July 2024
After the success of the dance camps, the Dance department is going to offer the opportunity again during the summer holiday. The location for these camps will be at the senior school in the Newsom Hall and the dance studio. The dance camp will be open to pupils who are currently in Years 5, 6 ,7 or 8. The day will run from 10.00 until 4.00pm, with the option of an early morning drop off from 8.30am. Please note that there will be a sharing to parents on the final Thursday of each week at 3.00pm.
Dame Allan's Schools
Summer Dance Camp Week 1
Between Tuesday 9 July 2024 and Thursday 11 July 2024
After the success of the dance camps, the Dance department is going to offer the opportunity again during the summer holiday. The location for these camps will be at the senior school in the Newsom Hall and the dance studio. This dance camp will be open to Dame Allan's pupils who are currently in Years 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9. The day will run from 10.00 until 4.00pm, with the option of an early morning drop off from 8.30am. Please note that there will be a sharing to parents on the final Thursday of each week at 3.00pm.
Newsom Hall
