Behind every professional dancer is a shadow support system committing time, energy and hard cash to help a child succeed. Sally Howard explores the highs and lows of being a ballet parent.

Iran’s protest movements drew attention to the plight of young people living in a nation where dancing is banned. Sally Howard reports on the Iranians who, despite everything, continue to dance.

In Georgia, a celebrated national children’s dance company shakes off the shadow of Russia and aims to nurture national pride. Sally Howard reports from Tbilisi.

Dance organisations at last accept that safeguarding and child protection should be central to their work. Sally Howard reports on how the RAD is at the forefront of a slow revolution.

Rain-drenched song and dance is a staple of Indian films. Sally Howard and Geetanjali Krishna chart the past and future of this key Bollywood motif.

It’s time to reset the dance industry. What do young dancers hope and expect?