History

Margaret Spencer and her cousin Winifred founded the Marwyn School of Dancing in 1946, using part of their names for the title.  The initial classes were held above Burtons outfitters on the corner of Hamilton Road and Orwell Road in Felixstowe, teaching  ballet, tap and acrobatic dancing.  After a move to Wolsey Gardens it moved again in 1961 to a purpose built studio at Margaret's family home in High Road East, Felixstowe.  Pianist Mirrie Nice has been with the school since it's formation.

The first examination pupils in 1947

A presentation to the Mayor after a 1950s performance

In 1977, former pupil, Jaqualine Bloomfield formed the Ipswich Branch of the school at St Augustine's Church Hall, Ipswich more recently moving to it's current location in Foxhall Road, Ipswich.

Sadly, in 1998 Margaret Spencer passed on, and the administration of the Felixstowe Branch was taken over by Jacqualine.

During late 2000 Tricia, Margaret's daughter made a welcome addition the teaching team at the Felixstowe studio. 

 

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Last updated: 12 February 2001