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Tamsin Ahmad-Hambling

BA Modern Ballet

Class of 2026

About

Tamsin Ahmad-Hambling is a dancer from Surrey, England who joined RCS in 2023, after graduating from the Academy of Balletic Arts in London. Her time in Scotland has allowed her to develop her artistry in both Ballet and Contemporary and prepared her for a professional career.

During her time at RCS, Tamsin has been able to grow in both Classical and Contemporary styles of dance as well as being able to explore creatively in choreography and improvisation.
Tamsin won the choreography competition in 2024 with her piece ‘Dead Boogie’, since then she has also choreographed collaboratively for ‘Plug’, in partnership with the composition department, and choreographed for Tom Odell’s; A wonderful life tour.

During her time at RCS, Tamsin has had the privilege to work closely with a range of acclaimed choreographers including Christopher Bruce, Jessica Fyfe, Kia Smith and Deborah Ward. Being able to perform their choreography has been an incredible opportunity and source of inspiration.
In her First Year Tamsin successfully auditioned for Scottish Ballet’s Youth Exchange and experienced the dance scene in New York, in collaboration with Move NYC. Allowing her to develop a greater understanding of contemporary dance styles.

Tamsin hopes to continue performing in the future and eventually choreograph her own works.