tutoo2much

I don't know how financially viable this would be for you but what about a pre vocational foundation course? This one looks good.

http://foundationdancecollege.co.uk/contemporary_dance_course.html

They even mention being entitled to certain benefits if you are doing the course at level 3. (Not sure what that means though)

YDA offer accommodation I think?

Thank you Kate N. That is helpful to know and what I suspected. I guess for academics it really is all about the grades,

Julie W,

I am curious, how interested or impressed are top universities by a pupil's extra-curricular activities? I know your Dd is doing a very competitive course and must have had fabulous academic grades, but I wonder how much of an edge her dance experience gave her. I did read somewhere that top universities discount hobbies like music and , simply because it puts children from less well off backgrounds at a disadvantage.

Massive congratulations

Paul's, on Kingsway for a snack. Agree evil queen was amazing!

And Tamara Rojo is not too keen on  how children are brought up,though I am not sure if she just means ballet students.............................

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-32195063

Short notice, but as of yesterday there were still free tickets available for the semi final of the BBC young dancer which is being held in Newport at the Riverfront theatre on 22 march.

Ring the box office 01633 656679 and mention BBC dance offer. First come first served.

Good luck. Have to give mine back.

I have known of 6th form students on some dance/ballet course working on the weekend. Hotels, night clubs, hollister........ Not an easy option though

I suppose the bottom line is that you don't know for sure until you apply for a particular course at a particular university and get a yes or no! Maybe a tiny bit like an audition?

From this point of view, the Tring timetable looks very good. It must be extremely hard work though, not that the ability to work hard isn't something that serious dancers have acquired.

Ok. It sounds like at if you go away at 16 to train, you start to narrow your options quite a bit if dancing doesn't work out. (In terms of Russell group)

Sorry if this information is out there, but I didn't find it with a basic search. Looking at plan b, c and d.........

How do universities view candidates who have got 2 A levels and a dance diploma, rather than 3 or 4 A levels? Or even 2 or 3 a levels and a dance b tech level 3? I am thinking about more selective universities, such as the Russell group.

Old or new syllabus?

What is a spotting card?

I can think of countless students who have studied locally until they are 16 or 18, that have gone on to get funded places at colleges such as Laines, Bird and Urdang. Some being offered on-the-spot scholarships at the first audition.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/theatre/dance/10772635/Behind-the-scenes-with-London-Childrens-Ballet.html

This is the link!

 THis might be of interest to dancers based in Dorset. Audition Notice - Spirit of Light, Ballet Ensemble

AUDITION NOTICE

Spirit of Light

Ballet Ensemble

spiritoflightballet@live.co.uk

A Community Interest Company (No. 8958480)

Motivated and passionate male and female ballet dancers* are required to be a part of this unique new amateur-professional not-for-profit ballet company based in Dorchester (West Dorset).

Members receive an Open Company Class plus intensive rehearsals and coaching, with additional Pas de Deux (Partnering) and Pointe training also offered. No exams or syllabus work provided as the company is entirely ‘performance-based’.

You should be positive and open-minded in your approach to dance, desire to be a valuable part of a team, and be willing to develop your creative, interpretive and expressive talents. Must possess a secure classical ballet technique and be willing to study to a more advanced level.

All levels of experience/ability welcome to join as we are looking for a diverse range of talents.

An Information-sharing session will be held in April for dancers to learn more about the company

For further details please enquire by email in the first instance. Auditions/Interviews in May.

Art to Inspire and Heal the Soul

Positions Available for:

Male & Female

Adult Ballet Dancers*

(Any age, experience, background)

Limited places for:

Male & Female

Youth Ballet Dancers*

(Aged 14-17 years who are

Working at or above

Intermediate Foundation)

* Please Note that we are a not-for-profit

Amateur-Professional company and that

membership fees will apply

Pre-seniors.  It looks a full day and reasonably priced, if it is every Saturday.

Hi

I just wondered how what CBA offers to older students on a typical associate day.  It would be a very long trip for us for one ballet class.  I'd also be interested to know if the audition and  classes are held at Tring itself, by regular Tring faculty.

Hi,

Looking at the web-site the associate programme  has quite a broad cirriculum.   I am just wondering what a typical Saturday 'looked like'.  We would have a long journey, so it would be nice if it was more than just a 1.5 hour class.    

Thanks

Kiely Groenewegen was offered a place at RBS following last year's Prix de Lausanne according to this article

http://www.danceaustralia.com.au/news/success-in-europe

As far as I am aware Elmhurst haven't taken any students that have been assessed out from WL for several years, although they can attend final audition.

T K MAXX

There is a class for teenagers on Friday evening at Dance Attic

It is run by Russian Imperial Ballet school 6-7.30pm.  No personal experience though.