WELCOME TO OUR 2019 FULL-TIME STUDIES GUIDE
Thinking about studying dance full-time? Then this is the publication for you. Inside this guide you will find the outlines of more than 80 courses, from private schools to government tertiary institutions.
Dancing from dawn till dusk is of course every aspiring dancer's dream, but full-time studies are about exercising the brain as well as the body. Most dance courses include not just classes in dance technique, but academic subjects as well. As you will read within, these enrich and deepen students' understanding of their chosen artform as well as equip them at practical levels, such as teaching safe technique and wellbeing. They also widen students' possibilities should they choose not to go into performance but into one of the many associated careers instead.
We have also included accounts from a lucky dozen graduates who have completed their studies and gone on to achieve their dreams.
Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts
420 Brunswick Street FORTITUDE VALLEY QLD 4006
P: 07 3216 1490
COURSES
10606NAT Diploma of Performing Arts 10607NAT Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts
Academy of Dance and Musical Theatre
1/433 Wondall Road TINGALPA QLD 4173
P: 0416 247 220
E: lyn@thetheatrefactory.com.au and lyn@admt.com.au
W: www.thetheatrefactory.com.au and www.admt.com.au
COURSES
CUA50113 Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance).
CUA50213 Diploma of Musical Theatre.
CUA40313 Certificate IV Dance Teaching and Management.
CUA30113 Certificate III in Dance CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance.
Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA)
Level 1, 136 Chalmers Street
SURRY HILLS NSW 2010
P: 02 9310 3111
COURSES
Associate Degree of Dance. Bachelor of Dance.
Alegria Dance
108 Bourke Street WOOLLOOMOOLOO NSW 2011
P: 02 9358 2677 0414 337 624 (Hilary Kaplan) 0411 707 419 (Archibald McKenzie)
E: alegria@alegria.com.au ; alegriadance@bigpond.com.au
Alegria successfully prepares full-time students for professional careers in classical and contemporary dance.
In recent years, virtually all Alegria graduates have been placed in prestigious company schools and companies in Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and Asia. Only students judged to be capable of a future professional career in dance are accepted on the full-time course. The maximum number of students on the course is 18.
They are trained in a strong, pure classical ballet technique, as well as in Martha Graham contemporary, jazz and Spanish classical, regional and flamenco styles. Students are nurtured and coached to find and develop their own personality as dancers and as whole human beings.
Alegria also offers two one-year part-time teacher’s courses (Intermediate and Advanced Teachers).
COURSES
Many full-time students complete their academic schooling by distance education. Alegria encourages them to study diligently and allows time off when required around examinations and major assignments. Alegria students regularly top their class in academic subjects.
Main subjects: Practical - Classical ballet technique (open class), repertoire, pas de deux, RAD, Cecchetti, Spanish Dance Society syllabi, character, contemporary and jazz. Theory - Dance history, dance music, sports psychology, and analysis and composition.
Practical dance classes per week: Classical ballet technique 13.5 hours; coaching 3 hours; repertoire 2.5 hours; pas de deux 1.5 hours; character 1 hour; RAD 4.5 hours; Cecchetti 3 hours; spanish dancing 1-2 hours; contemporary 4.5 hours; jazz 1.5 hours.
Contact hours per day: Average daily 7 contact hours (Monday to Saturday).
Pre-requisites/entry requirements: In consultation with Alegria’s main ballet and contemporary teachers, the principals consider whether applicants have a realistic prospect of a professional career in classical or contemporary dance.
Main teachers: Hilary Kaplan and Archibald McKenzie (principals), Joshua Consandine, Damien Grima, Christine Keith, Penny Martin, Paul Saliba. Guest teachers: Brian Lynch, Adam Blyde, Adrian Burnett and Cathie Goss.
Audition date: Auditions are by appointment. The applicant will usually attend one or two days full-time, take part in a holiday school, or forward a DVD. Applications are accepted all year round, with major intakes in February and August.
Audition requirements: Students auditioning need to supply their personal details, that is, their height, age, levels achieved in classical dancing and other dance genres. The audition is by appointment and the criterion for admission is the view of the principals that the student is capable of achieving a career in professional dance.
Fees: $5100 per term including all fulltime classes as well as afternoon/evening syllabus classes.
Scholarships or subsidies: Available, based on need and merit.
Possible career options: We have successfully placed all graduates in reputable classical and contemporary company schools or help them attain professional traineeships both nationally and internationally.
Amanda Bollinger Dance Academy
9/46 Smith Street SOUTHPORT QLD 4215
P: 07 5591 7027
The Amanda Bollinger Dance Academy (ABDA) offers elite training in classical ballet, providing talented dance students with the necessary coaching and performance experience to pursue a career in Classical Ballet or Contemporary Dance.
All students are trained in the Vaganova method of classical ballet, renowned for it’s strength, placement, artistry, and harmonious coordination of the body. ABDA offers a range of specialised training programs from Junior Elite classes for 8-10 year olds through to a Half-Day Program for 12-13 year olds and a comprehensive Full-Time Program for students from 14 years.
The careful training and nurturing of each child to achieve their individual goals is paramount at ABDA.
Since 2008 students have been prepared for full-time training overseas and every student wishing to pursue a career in dance has gained a place at the international school of their choice. ABDA students have been accepted into the Royal Ballet School London, John Cranko Ballet School Stuttgart, Princess Grace Academy Monte Carlo, Junior Company of the Kirov Academy of Ballet Washington DC, Trainee Program of the Joffrey Ballet School New York, Bavarian State Opera Ballet School, Tanzakademie Zurich, Tanzakademie Mannheim, Australian Ballet School, New Zealand School of Dance, Rambert Ballet School, London Contemporary Ballet School, School of Contemporary Dancers Winnipeg, ƒcole Superieure de Danse de Marseille France, ƒcole professional Bruxelles Belgium, San Francisco Ballet School, Rudra Bejart Ballet School Lausanne, Palucca University of Dance Dresden, and Royal Ballet School of Antwerp, English National Ballet School (Summer), Paris Opera Ballet School (Summer).
COURSES
Full-Time Program: designed for talented and dedicated students from 13 years of age. Within 2-3 years, these dancers are given the extensive training and preparation required to join a renowned classical or contemporary dance institution overseas.
Half-Day Program: for 12-13 year old students. Specialised coaching classes in classical ballet are provided in addition to the evening classes, allowing a smooth transition into the full-time program. These classes are recognised as an alternative to sport at the dancers academic school and are tailored around each students’ schedule.
Main subjects: Classical ballet (Vaganova, ACB syllabus), pointe, repertoire, pas de deux, contemporary, jazz, character dance (ICDS syllabus), composition, improvisation, body conditioning (including yoga, cardio and pilates).
Practical dance classes per week: Full-time Program: 30-32 hours per week. Half-Day Program: up to 20 hours per week.
Pre-requisites/entry requirements: Physical and mental aptitude for classical ballet or contemporary dance. All Full-Time applicants must have previous ballet training at an advanced level. Entry is by private or DVD audition only.
Main teachers: Amanda Bollinger, Amanda Lawford, Guy Wheatstone, Layla Burgess, Jack Hersee, Ariane Murray, Lara Martin, Mary Bertossa, RAW Dance Company teachers (Jazz), Amy Donnelly, Kate Joubert, Riannon McLean, Aya Noma, guest teachers and choreographers including: Stacey McCallum, Joseph Aitken, Aaron Shaw, Wim Broeckx, Nika Sheremetieva.
Audition date: By appointment only.
Scholarships or subsidies: ABDA has a limited number of scholarships available for particularly talented and dedicated students. Distance Education fees are subsidised through the Cairns School of Distance Education.
Possible career options: Full-time students are encouraged to audition for large training institutions attached to companies in Australia and overseas.
Angus & Lucinda’s Academie de Danse
Units 1, 2 & 4, Corner Kirkham Road and Sherwood Avenue
BOWRAL NSW 2576
P: 0414 616 105
E: anguslucindadanse@gmail.com
COURSES
Certificate III - In Dance. Accredited and nationally recognised two-year course: Diploma in Elite Dance (first year). Advanced Diploma of Dance (second year).
Annette Roselli Dance Academy Elite Training Program
TINGALPA QLD
P: 0400 664 661
E: admin@annetteroselliballet.com.au
W: www.annetteroselliballet.com.au
”Dedicated to providing exceptional training for the aspiring dancer”
The Annette Roselli Dance Academy’s Elite Training Program (level 1-3 full-time and part-time) along with the Junior Excellence Program have been developed with the aim to nurture, support and train talented and promising young dancers in classical ballet. The intake for the program is limited to ensure students are fully supported and receive individual attention.
The dedicated faculty of experienced and hand picked teachers are committed to developing and preparing each student for a career in classical ballet.
The professional tuition is provided in a supportive and encouraging environment offering positive reinforcement and promoting confidence in each student.
Students are encouraged to work hard, set individual goals and maintain a high standard of dedication to dance. The program offers students the opportunity to continue their academic studies through distance education. Academic tutors are in attendance to assist and supervise at daily sessions and the Distance Education coordinator supervises academic examinations. State of the Art Facilities include three large modern studios with Harlequin sprung floors, Harlequin dance vinyl, air-conditioning, student kitchen facilities, locker facilities and school room.
COURSES
Full-time and part-time pre-professional ballet course. Elite Training Program Level 1-3. Students can use their dance society certificates towards nationally accredited Certificates I - IV in Dance qualifications by enrolment with Australian Dance institute (ADi - RTO 91600): http://australiandanceinstitute.com.au
Main subjects: Classical, pointe, repertoire, eisteddfod and solo coaching, character, contemporary, jazz, stretching, body conditioning and pilates, progressing ballet technique.
Practical dance classes per week: 20+ Contact hours per day: 7 to 8 hours per day, including minimum 2 to 3 hours of academic studies.
Pre-requisites/entry requirements: Candidates are selected on the basis of their suitability for vocational classical ballet training. Successful applicants will have demonstrated the physical characteristics and a level of dance ability that is considered appropriate by the director for entry into the ARDA Elite Training Program. Entry is by audition in September or by private audition.
Main teachers: Jane Devine, Karen Donovan, Wim Broeckx, Tracey Carrodus, Claudia Dean, Annette Roselli, Helen Brennen, Patricia Meenan, Katrina George
Audition date: 2018 enrolments: Auditions Sunday 16 September 2018 for the Elite Training Program and the part- time Junior Excellence Program. Private audition by appointment.
Audition requirements: Potential candidates are required to bring pointe shoes and brief resume.
Fees: By application.
Scholarships or subsidies: Yes, for exceptional students - by application.
Possible career options: Full time professional dancer. Teaching and assisting opportunities.
Aréte Academy of Arts
10/197 Murarrie Road MURARRIE QLD
P: 07 3890 8728
COURSES
The Aréte Academy of Arts Vocational Training Programs have the support of an RTO (Auspice Partner to ATOD #31624). With our Certificate I - Certificate III courses students can continue in their preferred academic education facility. Distance Education on site at the studios for full time students of the Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Courses is supported by academic teachers available within the studio timetable. Partnership with ATOD.
Atelier Australia
MUDGEERABA QLD
P: 0408 077 865
E: atelieraustralia@hotmail.com
COURSES
Full-time and part-time programs tailored to each individual student upon audition. Includes Royal Academy of Dance exam training, coaching for international and local competitions and job placement when students are ready.
Academic studies: Students complete their schooling through the Cairns School of Distance Education or home schooling.
The Australian Ballet School
2 Kavanagh Street SOUTHBANK VIC 3006
P: 03 9669 2807
E: ask@australianballetschool.com.au
W: www.australianballetschool.com.au
As providers of a unique, professional dance-training program, the ABS nurtures and encourages the internationally recognised qualities of Australian dancers. The ABS offers training for students from all over Australia and overseas, producing dancers possessing a strong classical technique with a great emphasis on artistry, purity of line, coordination and a quality of movement, free of any stylistic mannerisms. Full-time training commences at Level 4 with fully integrated academic studies and accredited courses from Level 5.
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Accredited Courses
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