taxi4ballet Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I totally agree with you Harwell however they are only picking the best of the best, to supply some of the best ballet companies in the world. Agreed, but the AD in question is only picking the best from the ones he sees... and he isn't seeing everybody. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLou Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I just hope they are picking the best dancers!! Dancer being the operative word. No good having big arches and sway back legs if you can't actually dance! Whilst the body must be pleasing on the eye, the ability to move is the most important attribute. There are many body types suitable for ballet. Simply look at the two RB companies. When I'm asked about the desirable physique for a dancer I always say, "a body that is strong with good technique and classical lines, a good face, decent feet, musicality and most importantly that x factor that draws you in." I agree absolutely! Dancing is about so much more than a short tick list of desirable attributes. But are all upper schools looking to fill their places with dancers that 'draw you in'? I’ve wondered about this. If they are ultimately trying to staff their company, then they need a lot of coryphee, an individual member of which shouldn’t generally draw the eye too much. Maybe they have to select dancers considering who will blend into the coryphee, both physically and as performers, and they might not necessarily be ‘the best dancers’. Just musings ……….. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuscleMary Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Speaking from experience even to stand at the side propping up the scenery you have to be very good. They don't pick corps de ballet fonder. They pick individuals who all begin at the bottom. Even the greatest dancers were corps de ballet once. Then it's simple survival of the fittest as to who moves up above that. Speed of learning and being injury free will help with promotion through the ranks. A beautiful face or just charisma will win through. So many factors come into play within a company. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuscleMary Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Also 20 dancers all in the same costumes/ hair styles with good techniques in height order will all appear to look alike. They are drilled like an army. You could make very individual dancers look uniform quite easily. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Direction_of_your_dreams Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 After my hopeful prediction that we might hear soon after the flurry of activity on lower school results, no news here! Given the discussions above about the absence of the AD, could it be he wants to review the candidates chosen before the emails are sent to prevent anyone being 'missed' - I know how anxious my dd is for the result and we have only had to wait since Sunday, some of the prelims were a few weeks ago so surely the results of them must be available so wondered what the hold up is...hence my theory? Anyway, whatever the reason, hope we all hear soon and good luck to all ☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I think it's only London from Sunday that aren't out now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Little bit more about Rambert from today's audition. Dd really enjoyed the classes and parents had a fab, friendly informative tour with all questions well answered. Feels like a very friendly, supportive environment including financial support from the school (where possible)for each student. 8 dancers asked to perform solo (dd included) and 3 of the 8 had physio assessment and interview. We were reassured that those not asked for solo and physio/interview were equally likely to be offered places and the chance to perform solo did not guarantee an offer. Results might take a little longer than usual as the Principal is conducting auditions is USA and Canada and not back until next week. Around 45 places on offer with about 600 auditioning in total. Good luck to all waiting???? 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancermum Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Great feedback thank you. How many were in the audition class? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Great feedback thank you. How many were in the audition class? There should have been 25 but 2 or 3 did not show up. They seemed a little surprised at registration about the absentees! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mimi'smom Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Has anyone had results from Royal's Sunday auditions yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 No, not yet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Quick update on ENB audition today. Parents allowed in to drop off/pin on numbers and dc's encouraged in to warm up in studio. Ballet class with no pointe work, small amount of stretches. Dd and her friend felt the barre was quite challenging compared to other auditions but centre work was straightforward with quite a lot of arabesques and adage. No talk or information for parents (as was made clear on audition information) - results by post between 1 and 2 weeks, dd was told. The building is in a smart residential area and is shared with an art and design college. The studio I looked in was bright and had windows and there was a room for physio treatment. Building was lovely and warm on this freezing day. The limited amount of time parents were in the building made it impossible for me to get any kind of feel for the place. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifeafterballet Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 ENBS told us that results were 1 to 2 weeks then they emailed everyone 2 days later. So hopefully you won't have to wait too long ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 ENBS told us that results were 1 to 2 weeks then they emailed everyone 2 days later. So hopefully you won't have to wait too long ???? Thank you CDR- not sure how I feel about this one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 London RBS Upper School results are out 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miracle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Congratulations Loulabelle.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thank you Miracle, we are very surprised! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amos73 Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Fantastic news Loulabelle. Well done to your dd. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thank you amos73 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebird22 Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 HUGE well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Ah thank you Bluebird22. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAIRBELLES Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 That's fantastic Loulabelle..... I believe your dd is iin my dds associate class .... My Mother takes her every week and she has remarked how lovely your dd is .... Good Luck for the finals . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thank you Hairbelles, is that at Elmhurst or Tring? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAIRBELLES Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Elmhurst Loulabelle . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancermum Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Can anyone tell me how the central course is split between ballet and other genres, contemporary, choreography, etc - how many hours a week of each do they do? Also how many do they take each year? Don't know much about the school so any feedback gratefully received. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BumbleBallerina Posted February 17, 2017 Share Posted February 17, 2017 I can't remember what the hours were but I know they do a ballet class every morning and I think they do contemporary every day. Then in the first year they do Spanish and in the second jazz. Sorry this isn't very specific but hope it helps a little. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 They do ballet, pas de dux and repertoire plus contemporary every day as far as I can remember. I will ask my daughter next time I'm in touch with her. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sadielou Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 It is also the case that whilst he has been director several children who failed to gain a place at the school via audition have managed to enter the school with a trial week/day or simply a private class. There is definitely a discrepancy between the head of outreach and the directors choices. Just to put the final nail in the coffin, it's also the head of outreach that selects for summer school! If you're not Mr.Annear's cup of tea, then it's all over for you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sadielou Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Two of the private auditionees were directly related to the AD and his staff. Very unfair, nobody minds when all go through the same process, but when there are different rules for some ? with all these complaints re RBS auditions, surely there should be an enquiry to the governing body. The RBS has got away with too much for far too long, it is about time they were answerable to a few questions. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarahw Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Oh dear, doesn't look good... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amos73 Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Two of the private auditionees were directly related to the AD and his staff. Very unfair, nobody minds when all go through the same process, but when there are different rules for some ? with all these complaints re RBS auditions, surely there should be an enquiry to the governing body. The RBS has got away with too much for far too long, it is about time they were answerable to a few questions. Yes, people are bound to feel disgruntled that the AD doesn't go to the prelims for his school, then private auditions are arranged for select people who appear to have links to the staff there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadBallerina Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 I know there's been a few Australian girls taking classes there for the past few weeks, one of whom has been offered a place there in September. She was also at Prix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biscuit Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Yes, my friend has been offered a place at RBS. She is Australian and went to Prix de Lausanne. Also, did anyone do the audition at ENB on Sunday 11 February? I was at the last audition (combined with boys). My friends who were in the same audition as me received their results on Wednesday, but I have not received mine yet. They said it will be out within 1-2 weeks so I know they still have time, but because my friends received theirs on Wednesday, I'm just worried that they missed me or that the email did not go through... What do you guys think??? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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