Areduced Earlybird audition fee of 35 will be applicable up to 12 February and then the Regular audition fee of 45 applies until the close date. At some point we all have to lose and I suspect it's better to know that from an early age. What you have to remember (as I keep telling MYSELF) is that the Royal Ballet in particular has a very specific body type in mind for what they want. We welcome applications from all, and no student should be discouraged from applying. We seek young dancers with a passion for classical ballet and the potential and motivation to pursue a career in dance. That is not to say that as the student grows, develops and matures in skill, ability and physical excellence under our tuition and guidance, the selection criteria will not be met at some time in the future but of course, that would be for us to decide based on the Royal Ballet Schools own criteria that may be in force at a later date. As a result of all this i have now met an ex-JA and she is amazingly graceful - just cant see DD being like that LOL. Assume once the form is submitted, we get a confirmation, but do you know how long it takes for that letter to arrive? Classical ballet based on The Royal Ballet Schools System of Training. Your DD's classmate may win everything but as Suzyszoo said, the RBS (and I'm sure other vocational schools and their associate programmes) do look for a particular body type as well as musicality and potential, so she may not be successful at JA auditions. Please position the camera halfway between front and side for all other sections of the barre to show full range of movements. I just thought it was better to mention it as it has previously been a factor in terms of 8 year olds perhaps not getting a place - to add to all of the other factors, most of which are unknown - but if your DD doesn't try, she will never know. To put things in perspective there are many thousands of applications each year but less than 10% of applications meet the criteria, pass the audition and awarded a place. That's not to say that there is no chance for your DD and I understand that quite often children who get a 'no' at their first RBS JA audition are successful the following year. Junior Associate auditions will be held in May and June 2017 at Royal Ballet School centres in Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Eastleigh, Bath, Totnes and London.. All young dancers aged 8 to 10 by 31 August 2017 (currently Years 3, 4, 5) who apply for our . 1 Bou Members 33 Location: Winchester Author Posted January 29, 2014 On 29/01/2014 at 12:13, JulieW said: Just a word of caution about referring to the girl known as "Princess" - this is an open forum and her mother or anyone else from your dance school might be reading. Please upload your video to a file sharing website and include the link in your application form, along with the applicants details. Good luck xx, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. She was luckilyplaced on the waiting list and within a month offered another centre (which we accepted). To enquire further about auditioning for Scottish Ballet, please email auditions@scottishballet.co.uk. 2. Candidates applying for female training: a plain-colour leotard (simple-style: no skirt, no frills, lace, high fancy neckline or multi-straps), ballet tights (pink or a colour to match skin tone) or ballet socks as preferred and ballet shoes with elastic (no ribbons). (Her parents are both caricature ballet mothers who fail to see that she can ever be anything other than the big star so it was no surprise that her reaction to losing - and to a younger student at that - was so OTT and inappropriate. What to include in your video Please note that we will not accept any applications sent through as a zip file. There is a little speech given to them before they audition in which they are told not to worry, that not everyone can be picked but it doesn't mean they won't be picked later on, etc My memory is a bit fuzzy but others will know better what they are told I'm sure All that to say that kids know it is a competition of sorts. It was a lovely experience which she really enjoyed. Happy to try and answer any specific questions, good luck. Get into the Xmas spirit with Matthew Bournes Nutcracker! The Royal Ballet School is looking for talented young dancers with a passion for classical ballet. Hi Bou and welcome! Videos should be no longer than 20 minutes. I am not criticising you by the way, just saying be careful. i would like to just let her enjoy the class and not mention 'results' in any way if thats possible, *goes off to keyword search as suggested now i know what to type in *. Our auditions are held at our centres in Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Dundee, Leeds, Eastleigh, Bath, Totnes and London. Please ensure that your whole body is in the frame of the video and you are dancing in a clear and safe space. Share. Yes they go in alone and no you can't watch Everybody is really lovely there her teacher had mentioned she would like to consider her when she was old enuf (she's not 8til august) but that was the begining of last year and i hadnt heard a peep since so assumed either she has decided against it or she still wasnt old enough the crazy thing was, she came out walking with one of the other mumsclasping the envelope but she'd been good enough to look inside. 2017 - 2022 Wendy Sandercock Academy of Dance. Semi-final auditions take place for those aged 10-11 years applying for female training in Year 7 at White Lodge, and for all Upper School students. My son dances at his local school with the most lovely little dancer you can watch - she floats and springs and has true X factor. Sometimes children who have done very little dancing are successful rather than those who 'win everything' or get very high exam marks. The staff are friendly, and every child I know who has auditioned has enjoyed the experience, so its something to look forward to, not to worry about. For dancers like Marina . Lots of warming up and stretching going on outside before hand, but my daughter was happy to sit and watch the 'stretchers' putting their legs up by their ears!! Cambrs (bends) sideways, forwards and backwards. Royal Ballet Junior Associate Audition questions. The very last show she was in took place without the normal half a dozen routines from this child and I was told by a teacher that she was no loss and the family deserved no further consideration! Three months after starting his teacher suggested the JA audition. The class lasts between 1 hour 15 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes and includes a gentle warm-up. All eligible applicants will be offered a 1 hourauditionMay 2020. Class vary in size, one is for Y4/5 and then a class for Y6. Good luck with the audition. I know my ds is not the most amazing dancer ever but he has an amazingly kind heart and for me that will always win over the perfect pair of ballet feet. I think you were just voicing your opinion and I was saying take care on here, cross wires. 46 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9DA, UK, 2023 The Royal Ballet School |Registered charity no: 214364, Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme. Please position the camera in front of the applicant to show full height and breadth in plis and ports de bras. It's a tricky issue in a way, and when we received the "no" letters I did worry about how to explain things to my DD. The Royal Ballet School is looking for talented young dancers with a passion for classical ballet. They do a short class audition, which you cant watch but the children seem to enjoy. :-), yeah thanks - it did cross my mind but i'm not too worried as like was mentioned before there are a lot about and a lot of dance schools in the area and nothing has been said that i wouldnt say in the open if needed, Hi Bou, I to am new to the forum. We will need access to your video for some time, so please do not use any time-limited links or file sharing services that require downloads. The programme attracts students from as far afield as Newcastle, Nottingham and Liverpool, as well as many students from the Yorkshire area. rather than handed an envelope over. My dd will be 8 in November and has danced since she was 4. National dance, historical dance, natural movement and pointe work as appropriate to the students age and development. Junior Associate programmeis for girls and boys aged 8 to 10who want to experience Royal Ballet School training alongside their regular ballet classes. Be mindful to keep your knees fully stretched, Back (lying face down sideways to camera, place hands on floor next to your shoulders and slowly stretch arms so back is arched). btw, i assume they go in alone? However I also saw the pressure on the mothers of the Princesses. Some parents were involved in the stretches and obviously knew what they were doing, I on the other hand had no clue on what was expected of them. My daughter says she wants to audition but it's such a big commitment in terms of time, money etc, I wonder if it is worth it? Published Jan. 15, 2023 4:55 p.m. PST. You can film your video application on a camera or a smartphone/tablet. Auditions are held in the Summer Term and are for courses which start in September. There is much debate about precisely what they are looking for, and I don't think anyone can define it exactly, though I am sure they know it when they see it! Our team are looking for dancers who show potential, artistry, musicality and a love for what they do and demonstrate an aspiration to pursue classical ballet as a profession. They do audition quite a nber of children for not that many places but it is done sympathetically. Far from knowing what they are doing, the parents encouraging their children in the extreme stretching prior to auditions etc could well be doing more harm than good. Applications for our Junior Associate programme open 21 February 2023. And she may well be exactly what the RBS are looking for! There is nothing you need to do to prepare as such, and I think it helps to understand that pretty much everything they are looking for is outside of your control. Bou saw one of the other girls getting the same looking envelope at class last night and she wins EVERYTHING so if anyone is likely to get placed, it will be her. Applications for our Junior Associate programme open in February each year and close in March. If successful at the preliminary stage, applicants will be invited to The Royal Ballet School in London for final auditions. Lots of warming up and stretching going on outside before hand, but my daughter was happy to sit and watch the 'stretchers' putting their legs up by their ears!! I might just have a look. They will ask for socks in the audition. Royal Balled School: Junior Associate Programme Auditions and Requirements. About Us. Well you know more than me,anyway. Candidates aged 13-15 applying for female training: a plain-colour leotard (not white, simple-style: no skirt, no frills, lace, high fancy neckline or multi-straps), pink tights, or a colour to match skin tone if preferred, soft shoes and pointe shoes (only for section 5). You can also apply for funding if needed too and isn't frowned upon. Good Luck x. Hi Bou. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Five minutes maximum of pointe work (only if already taught) at the barre only: rises, relevs, in 1st, 2nd and 5th positions. I would try out for JAs and see how your daughter gets on. In the past year she has also started attending extra . I think so far the audition process has been a great life experience for DD we haven't regretted one moment. Be mindful to keep your knees fully stretched. Hello, my dd's ballet teacher has recommended that she applies for the JA programme at the RBS because she absolutely has the right physique for it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nyyCia99hI. Candidates aged 12 applying for male training: a dance leotard or close-fitting white t-shirt, dance shorts or mid to dark footless tights, white socks, and black or white ballet shoes. You'll find lots of advice here and you'll learn as you go along. It was a lovely experience which she really enjoyed. We are unable to accept any late applications as the online application form will be unavailableafter the closingdate. Good luck xx. Taught by Royal Ballet school trained Alicia Sandercock. I think some people do it to show of a bit, or to try to pysche out the "opposition" but they are risking injury. For what it's worth, my top tip is to try not to overthink things and to treat the audition as a fun experience in its own right. :-). I know you say you are not concerned but in my experience it is best to keep opinions under wraps. Pirouettes from 5th position (only if already taught), Achilles (standing in parallel sideways to camera and bend knees with heels remaining on the floor), Hamstrings (sitting on floor sideways to camera, legs stretched forward in parallel, reach forward to touch toes). They run Junior Associate classes for children in Years 4, 5 and 6, Mid Associate classes for children in Years 7 to 9 and Senior Associates for Year 10s and above. Candidates applying for male training: wear a close-fitting white t-shirt or leotard, mid to dark colour tights (no white tights, no dance shorts), white socks, and black or white ballet shoes. You may meet them again when you are on your way down. Junior Associate Auditions are held in May and are for courses which start in September. Entry into 1st, 2nd and 3rd year at Upper School (equivalent to UK school year 12, 13 and 14). Auditioning is exciting but there are lots of girls in particular who all want to be a JA. Go to Google Drive, click on New and choose File upload, Once the video is uploaded, right click on the video and select Get shareable link, make sure its set to Anyone with the link can view. By the way, we also have a 'princess' at DD's dance school, there are a few of them about ;-) Losing to a younger fellow dance school student in a festival led to her bursting into tears on the stage. January 28, 2014 in Doing Dance, Hi Bou, my daughter auditioned for JA at 'the point' in Eastleigh a few years back, when she was 8. It certainly sounds as though she would be more than ready to do JA classes anyway! Taught by Royal Ballet school trained Alicia Sandercock. Lots of warming up and stretching going on outside before hand, but my daughter was happy to sit and watch the 'stretchers' putting their legs up by their ears!! 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