Snape Posted May 18, 2017 Posted May 18, 2017 Main cast place for my DD, really pleased for her! Now to figure out how to pay for it! 3
tattielashes Posted June 12, 2017 Author Posted June 12, 2017 Haven't been able to logon for ages as my iPad has been out of action and I couldn't remember my log on details to get on via my phone! is anyone one else worried about the residential? DD over the moon but I'm v nervous as she's never been away from home before.how many children to a room I wonder? It's the practical things I worry about....currently trying not to teach her how to get her waist length hair into a passable bun....! she did see a couple of familiar faces from EYB and Hammond audition at finals so I'm hoping those children have also got through too.
Legseleven Posted June 12, 2017 Posted June 12, 2017 Tattielashes, try not to worry too much about the residential, especially as your DD is so excited about it - you don't want her to pick up on your nervousness She will enjoy being with like-minded children and they will all help each other with hair etc - if your DD's hair is very difficult then I am sure that a house mother or older student will help her. What a wonderful opportunity for her! 2
tattielashes Posted June 13, 2017 Author Posted June 13, 2017 Thanks legseleven.im being really positive to her but I'm feeling quite worried. 1
Legseleven Posted June 13, 2017 Posted June 13, 2017 (edited) DD is quiet and reserved, so we were surprised when she was keen to attend summer school but she loved it. It was helpful that most of the children were in the same boat, ie they didn't go with a friend. Friendships were soon made and a lot of fun was had by all, along with enjoyment of a taste of 'boarding school' life and the novelty of dance classes every day! And she reminded me the other day that there were always willing helpers when someone couldn't find their shoes/had forgotten an item/needed help with putting their hair into a bun Edited June 13, 2017 by Legseleven 3
tattielashes Posted June 13, 2017 Author Posted June 13, 2017 That's really reassuring thank you xx 1
Balletmum4ever Posted June 17, 2017 Posted June 17, 2017 Gala tickets are now on sale on the Sadler's Wells website. 1
PrancingMum Posted June 27, 2017 Posted June 27, 2017 Has anyone been able to buy tickets? Am I missing something - can't find them on Sadler's Wells or NYB web pages.
Balletmum4ever Posted June 27, 2017 Posted June 27, 2017 Yes, I booked on the day that I posted above and have received my tickets. I just looked on the SW website and couldn't see the show listed either (I originally went onto What's On, then September). Maybe call the box office and ask? 1
Dancey Posted June 27, 2017 Posted June 27, 2017 Isn't this it? http://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/2017/time-in-motion-the-national-youth-ballet-of-great-britain/ 2
PrancingMum Posted June 27, 2017 Posted June 27, 2017 Thanks Balletmum1704 and Dancey - still can't find them through What's On/September but used the suggested link. DD is so excited to be seeing her friend in it as it will be her last time with NYB. 1
PrancingMum Posted October 31, 2017 Posted October 31, 2017 Does anyone know when the audition dates for 2018 are announced? DD has been asking me since she saw the show as would love to audition this year. Even a vague idea of dates would be helpful as she is driving me mad!
Ms Sunshine Posted October 31, 2017 Posted October 31, 2017 Last year I think we sent the application mid December and the 1st audition was February. Hope that helps x 1
PrancingMum Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 On 31/10/2017 at 20:47, Ms Sunshine said: Last year I think we sent the application mid December and the 1st audition was February. Hope that helps x Have we missed the deadline? I haven't seen anything yet and DD thinks I have forgotten. To be honest I did!
Ms Sunshine Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I think its in the next few days the audition dates and applications are announced. They have a facebook page. Hope that helps. I'm still undecided about the a summer school for my dd. NYB was amazing last year but said she would be happy to do OPES again as she loved that the year before.
MAK Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 Just seen this on the website: INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION FOR OUR 2018 AUDITIONS WILL OPEN ON THE 8TH OF JANUARY 2018 3
PrancingMum Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 (edited) Thanks - good to know that we haven't missed it however not much information on the web site about what the process is or the cost. Where will they be this year? I can see that it was Birmingham last year. We saw the show in London last year and the standard is obviously high. We have also looked at EYB. Has anyone done both? How does it compare? Ms Sunshine, I noted that you are considering OPES instead. DDs pen friend went there last year and her parents have asked if we might consider applying so the girls can go together. What did your DD like about OPES? Sorry for all the questions? I am now confused about what we should consider for the summer. Edited January 4, 2018 by Newdancermum
Balletmum4ever Posted January 5, 2018 Posted January 5, 2018 Auditions are 25th Feb in Birmingham and 4th March in London. The dates were in an ad in the Jan issue of Dancing Times. Not much detail beyond those dates.
DancingShoes Posted January 5, 2018 Posted January 5, 2018 Does anyone know if photos are required for the application?
Ms Sunshine Posted January 5, 2018 Posted January 5, 2018 17 hours ago, Newdancermum said: Thanks - good to know that we haven't missed it however not much information on the web site about what the process is or the cost. Where will they be this year? I can see that it was Birmingham last year. We saw the show in London last year and the standard is obviously high. We have also looked at EYB. Has anyone done both? How does it compare? Ms Sunshine, I noted that you are considering OPES instead. DDs pen friend went there last year and her parents have asked if we might consider applying so the girls can go together. What did your DD like about OPES? Sorry for all the questions? I am now confused about what we should consider for the summer. NYB was more effort with 2 auditions before she got a place. We had a long way to travel and hotels before the summer school and while she was in theatre in Birmingham and Sadler Wells. She had the time of her life and we met friends for life. Opes was simple was no auditions with a lovely end of week show. But nothing compared to how grand and special NYB was if you can afford the extra's. x
PrancingMum Posted January 7, 2018 Posted January 7, 2018 On 05/01/2018 at 17:14, Ms Sunshine said: NYB was more effort with 2 auditions before she got a place. We had a long way to travel and hotels before the summer school and while she was in theatre in Birmingham and Sadler Wells. She had the time of her life and we met friends for life. Opes was simple was no auditions with a lovely end of week show. But nothing compared to how grand and special NYB was if you can afford the extra's. x Are you comparing the cost of one or two weeks of Opes? Is NYB comparable in cost to EYB?
Balletmum4ever Posted January 7, 2018 Posted January 7, 2018 10 hours ago, Newdancermum said: Is NYB comparable in cost to EYB? From memory, NYB last year was about £830 for Residential Summer School (10 Days) and performances. Additional costs were Uniform (minimum a cast T-shirt and NYB Leotard), travel to/from Summer School and theatres and hotels/meals for the evening before SS drop off day and during the performances. We ended up needing 5 nights in hotels. Then there are tickets to see the shows. It does add up but my DD enjoyed it immensely.
PrancingMum Posted January 7, 2018 Posted January 7, 2018 10 hours ago, Balletmum1704 said: From memory, NYB last year was about £830 for Residential Summer School (10 Days) and performances. Additional costs were Uniform (minimum a cast T-shirt and NYB Leotard), travel to/from Summer School and theatres and hotels/meals for the evening before SS drop off day and during the performances. We ended up needing 5 nights in hotels. Then there are tickets to see the shows. It does add up but my DD enjoyed it immensely. Thanks for the information - lots to factor in.
Confuddled Posted January 9, 2018 Posted January 9, 2018 Has anyone spotted the details for this year (auditions times, where the summer school is going to be held, dates etc)? I've had a quick look at NYB's website which says 8 Jan on Facebook, but there's nothing on Facebook as far as I can tell. 1
ponklemum Posted January 9, 2018 Posted January 9, 2018 48 minutes ago, Confuddled said: Has anyone spotted the details for this year (auditions times, where the summer school is going to be held, dates etc)? I've had a quick look at NYB's website which says 8 Jan on Facebook, but there's nothing on Facebook as far as I can tell. Hi, I messaged them on Facebook and they said nothing has been put out yet and they’re hoping to do it this week. 2
sunrise81 Posted January 9, 2018 Posted January 9, 2018 It's all on there now. Can't do it sadly as we have other commitments 1
Pixiewoo Posted January 9, 2018 Posted January 9, 2018 Oh well .... for the first time we're actually here when the 'summer school' and performances are ... but can't make either of the audition dates!!!! Fingers crossed for 2019!
ponklemum Posted January 9, 2018 Posted January 9, 2018 1 hour ago, sunrise81 said: It's all on there now. Can't do it sadly as we have other commitments Same here unfortunately. 1
sunrise81 Posted January 9, 2018 Posted January 9, 2018 I was also just talking to my daughter about it....9 years old. She said she wouldn't want to stay away from home anyway! We live about 3 hours away, and she said she would missus too much. Saved me some money there then!!
PrancingMum Posted February 4, 2018 Posted February 4, 2018 How will audition days work? Can anyone enlighten on the possible timings? Found out yesterday that DD has exam prep on the audition day so want to know if we can now fit both in?
tattielashes Posted February 8, 2018 Author Posted February 8, 2018 On 04/02/2018 at 13:17, Newdancermum said: How will audition days work? Can anyone enlighten on the possible timings? Found out yesterday that DD has exam prep on the audition day so want to know if we can now fit both in? Last year the initial audition was only between 11-12. The recall in London was 10- 1 I think, but they did ask you to be available until 2pm
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