THE DANCE AUSTRALIA 2020 FULL-TIME STUDIES GUIDE
It’s arrived! Once again it is the time of year when full-time dance schools begin their search for new students. The number of dance courses seems to grow every year, offering everything from entry to elite pre-professional level. What do they offer? How do you make a choice?
Within these pages you will find a comprehensive list of Australian dance courses, all in one handy pull-out guide. It includes the teachers on faculty, the audition requirements, outlines of subjects, course outcomes and career options. We have also collected an assortment of personal accounts about their experience of full-time studies from graduates now enjoying professional careers.
So what are you waiting for? Your dream course awaits!
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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.auand 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)
4/85 O’Riordan Street ALEXANDRIA NSW 2015
P: 02 9310 3111
AMPA offers the only performance-based dance degree in Sydney and caters for advanced students in all genres from Ballet to Ballroom, Jazz to Tap, Lyrical to Latin. Our practical classes in major genres are supported by studies in Performance Psychology, Choreography, Production, Body Science and Dance History with electives available in Singing, Drama and Musicianship. Graduates from this course have been successful in securing positions in Dance and Music Theatre companies, Performing Arts administration and television productions. Some choose to travel the world as professional dancers on cruise ships and in theme parks, while others have chosen to pursue further study in Production or Teaching. Each student is carefully nurtured and advised so that every dancer is successful in reaching their full potential in the area that best suits their skills and interests. If dance is your career choice then this is the course for you.
COURSES
Associate Degree of Dance.
Bachelor of Dance.
Practical dance classes per week: Practical classes are taught by industry professionals and highly qualified teachers who are specialists in their field. Students are allocated to classes specific to their level and are trained in a variety of genres in order to maximise their career options. Additional classes are provided according to the student’s chosen genre of specialisation.
Pre-requisites/entry requirements: In order to be accepted into the course students should be able to demonstrate an advanced level of skill in their genre of choice. If under 21 years of age applicants must have completed their high school education or equivalent. Mature age and experienced dancers are encouraged to enrol to continue in their dance development and have access to this very valuable tertiary qualification.
Main teachers: AMPA’s Head of Dance, Dr Adele Hyland AM, has had fifty years of experience in the Dance industry. She is assisted by a highly qualified team of lecturers including Anca Frankenhaeuser, Maya Gavish, Alysia Jarvis, Alexandra Ford, Charlotte Dand, Norman Hall, Rod Salcedo, Mitchell Rayner, Richard Allen and Jessica Hesketh plus guest teachers.
Audition date: Audition is by appointment.
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, 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 Daniel Savetta.
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: Available on application.
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. Certificates II/III/IV in Dance are offered to students from 12 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 prestigious ballet and contemporary schools all around the world, including: the Royal Ballet School London, John Cranko Ballet School Stuttgart, Junior Company of the Kirov Academy of Ballet Washington DC, Tanzakademie Zurich, Australian Ballet School, New Zealand School of Dance, Rambert Ballet School, London Contemporary Ballet School, School of Contemporary Dancers Winnipeg, École Superieure de Danse de Marseille France, Royal Conservatory of the Hague, 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), Princess Grace Academy Monte Carlo (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. Certificate III or IV in Dance is completed through Empowerdance Pty Ltd as part of the Full-Time Program.
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. Certificate II or III in Dance is completed as part of the Half-Day Program.
Main subjects: Classical ballet (Vaganova, ‘Ballet Conservatoire’ 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, Kate Joubert, Ariane Murray, Mary Bertossa, RAW Dance Company teachers (Jazz), Amy Donnelly, Riannon McLean, guest teachers and choreographers including: Stacey McCallum, Joseph Aitken, Aaron Shaw, Wim Broeckx, Adam Blanch, Lana Jones.
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
Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) Advanced of Dance (Elite Performance)
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, Clare Morehan, Daniel Gaudiello, Annette Roselli, Helen Brennen, Patricia Meenan.
Audition date: 2019 enrolments: Auditions Sunday 15 September 2019 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.
Arête Academy of Arts
10/197 Murarrie Road MURARRIE QLD
P: 07 3890 8728
COURSES
Dance qualifications at Arete Arts are your doorway to success.
If you want to be professional dancer, a professional dance teacher or studio manager, this is where you need to be. When you can do something you love, and were born to do every day and make a living from that, then you will really experience success and happiness.
Arête Arts have the support of an RTO (Auspice Partner to ATOD #31624). Courses studied include Certificate I to Advanced Diploma in Dance, and teaching qualifications Certificate III in Assistant Dance Teaching to Diploma of Dance Teaching and Management. Support is given to full-time students who are studying their high school certificate. Part-Time and Full-Time options are available and taught by qualified and experienced teachers. Partnership with ATOD.
To advertise contact Carol Roselli on (07) 3348 6966 or carolroselli@yaffa.com.au
Associated Studios Australia
75 Weston Street, BRUNSWICK VIC 3056
P: 0429 222 869
E: info@associatedstudios.com.au
W: www.associatedstudios.com.au
Associated Studios Australia prides itself on its ethical approach to performance and artistic
