arabesque1
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Ballet West do not have boarding facilities on site. They own houses in the area which the students rent, but they do their own shopping, cooking, washing etc.
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8 hours ago, Picturesinthefirelight said:
We are at the point where we are going to start turning places down - which is a bit scary but Dd is fairly sure of her decisions.
What a great position to be in! Where has she auditioned?
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Anyone received results from last week’s Elmhurst preliminary Upper School auditions yet?
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Does anyone have any first hand experience of post 16 vocational training at The School of BTUK? As it’s relatively new, there seem to be less views available on this forum compared to the more established schools.
Would welcome any information available please?
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Also interested in the replies as my dd also auditioning there.
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19 hours ago, Loulabelle said:
When my dd auditioned for 6th form last year, the emphasis for the solo at Tring was to do something that you are relaxed and confident in and can perform well.
They like you to do your own choreography as it shows your creativity but it’s not a problem if you don’t. My DD is very classical but did a lyrical solo, some did ballet though. Most seemed to do modern/jazz or lyrical/contemporary.
Did your dd enjoy the Tring audition last year? Is she there this year or did she choose an alternative vocational school?
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15 hours ago, Ballet4ever said:
Hi, my dd has also got a tring audition for 6th form I can’t answer your question but dd is anxious about the 1 minute solo in preparation how hard should it be my dd will do ballet but should it be on pointe or flats and would a variation from a istd ballet exam be ok or should it be a more complex variation from a ballet eg sleeping beauty? Thanks
I think my dd will be tweaking one of her competition solos but she won’t be doing a ballet piece. I’m really not sure what they’re expecting though!
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Can anyone give me some information on the academic tests to be taken at audition for the Sixth Form Dance Course? My dd is auditioning there but doesn’t plan to do A’levels too. Thanks
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3 hours ago, SwaybackSapphire said:
I wish everyone good luck during this emotional, tiring, reaching for the gin process. You’ll get through it, trust me xxxxx
I’m bracing myself for it!! Dd has only done one audition so far with an offer from Ballet West.
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Hi sarahw
On the application form, it asks for an academic school reference. Do you know if it is essential to send at this stage or can it follow? Thanks
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6 minutes ago, anaballerina said:
I am. I'm in third year🙂
Thanks for responding anaballerina. My dd is auditioning for September 2018!
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On 08/09/2017 at 22:17, anaballerina said:
Give a cheer for all the ballet west girls competing from me🙂🙂
Hi anaballerina
Are you currently a Ballet West student?
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On 14/08/2017 at 20:34, Legseleven said:
Dans-Ez D911 is a very flattering camisole leotard with high cut legs and an adjustable neckline so it can be plain or gathered. Not sure if it is available in colours other than black or purple though?
It has served DD well as an exam leotard and audition leotard as it isn't too low at the back and the high cut is at the hip bones so it doesn't look overly high-cut in a 1980s Jamie Lee Curtis fashion....
Dans-Ez D911 looks like a very flattering cut. Any idea where to buy it? Out of stock at Dance Direct and style not showing on the Dans-Ez website. I wonder if it's been discontinued?
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On 12/08/2017 at 17:16, mnemo said:
I will pm you
Would you mind sending me a pm about this too please?
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My dd (16 years) is going for the first time this year for one week on week 2.
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20 minutes ago, Nicola Moriarty said:
Dear ballet lovers, we only have 2 places left on our 2nd Principal week. ( the 1st is sold out).
As always their are only ever 12 places. So we can offer exceptional care as well as tuition. You will be taught by amazing teachers including.
Edward Watson MBE, Principal dancer with the Royal Ballet.
Anita Young F.I.S.T.D A world renown teacher who currently teaches 1st year girls at RBS upper school
Ricardo Cervera Ballet Master of the Royal Ballet
Olivia Cowley Soloist of the Royal Ballet.
Our aim is to inject positivity and encourage young dancers to be the best they can be. We help inspire and guide the next generation of dancers.
Last but not least its Summer School and some fun must be had so we visit the theatre in a limo and have a photo shoot.
Thanks for reading
Kindest Regards
Nicola Moriarty
What age group is this for please?
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1 hour ago, BlueLou said:
So, where is everyone going this year, apart from RBS and YBSS? Dd (15) is at Northern Ballet in Leeds and Ballet West in Scotland (weeks 2 and 3). Really would have loved to have done Central and/or Rambert as these are her 1st choice schools for applications this Autumn, but dates/accomodation/logistics proved too challenging for us!
My daughter (16) is considering Northern Ballet and Ballet West. Do you have any experience of either?
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1 hour ago, afab said:
Both my DDs were under 18 when they started. They had to have finished school though...
Thanks afab. So do they need specific academic qualifications i.e. A'levels or equivalent? I assume that's not possible if they were under 18
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10 hours ago, afab said:
LSC is a wonderful school. I believe the extra money is really worth it. Some students do work at the weekend/evenings but the timetable is so full that it's sometimes difficult to achieve. The alumni are everywhere. I really appreciate the way students are treated, the choices they are given with the many options offered. The reputation of the school is also very good which gives them opportunities to do different projects.
As you know, I have 2 DDs there and they have both grown so much not only in their dancing and singing but also in the way they see their professional future. LSC accompanies them in that journey. The overall feeling in the school is also very healthy and students can build long lasting friendships... I couldn't recommend LSC more even though there is very little money left in our wallet at the end of the month...
Do you know if LSC take students at 17 or do they have to be 18?
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Where do the girls stay for this course as I see it's non-residential?
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Dear All
If anyone is still looking for a Summer School. We are running 2 weeks of incredible, exclusive, live-in International Summer Schools - Principals Weeks at our Exclusive Dance Retreat in Kent, England.
We only take 12 guests and have some of the best teachers and dancers on the planet coming to teach for us. Plus we hit the West End for a show in a Limo, and go on location for Professional Photo Shoot. We are not the cheapest summer school, but think we offer value for money based upon the time our guests get with our guests teachers.
All teaching for a full day Edward Watson MBE, Hope Keelan, Anitia Young, David Yow and Ricardo Cervera. You should know who they all are !!
Please email me if you want more info nicola@woodsidedanceretreat.com and find us on FB and Instagram.
Kind regards
Nicola Moriarty xx
Hi Nicola
Is it just classical ballet that you teach in your summer school or other styles also?
Many thanks
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What type of accommodation can LSC offer for summer school?
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Does anyone know the ratio of 16 year olds against 18 year olds accepted on the dance (musical theatre) courses at Laine, Bird, Performers,Urdang etc?
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That sounds intriguing southerndancemum!
Ballet schools with Boarding facilities (Upper Schools)
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When we visited last year, a few first years were living in the chalet nearer the school, but they’re not on site as such and still self catering. My dd didn’t go there, so it may have changed?