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ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME

 

The Associate Programme nurtures young, talented students between the ages of eight and 15 in pursuit of excellence in pre-vocational classical ballet training.  The course is designed to augment an individual’s current training while introducing them to The Royal Ballet School’s System of Training, alongside other gifted children who aspire to a career in dance. Pupils continue to study with their regular dance teacher in addition to their Associate classes.  Associates sometimes have the opportunity to perform with The Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet and other ballet companies and many have progressed through the School and into the Royal Ballet Companies.  Successful applicants for Mid and Senior Associates are offered an initial year’s course beginning in September and are appraised annually as to their suitability for further training.

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JUNIOR ASSOCIATES :

Freddy N - 2014-2015.

Phoebe H - 2016-2018.

Elizabeth B - 2017-2018.

Isabella C - 2017-2018.

Rachael G - 2017-2018.

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MID ASSOCIATES :

Isabel F - 2014-2016 (Isabel was awarded a Senior Associate place in 2017, however furthered her training full time at Elmhurst Ballet School)

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ELMHURST ASSOCIATE PROGRAMME

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Elmhurst's Associate programme offers Saturday or Sunday classes for children aged 8+ in Birmingham, Manchester, Sunderland and Plymouth. These classes are designed to give children with a love of dance an opportunity to learn from teachers experienced in the Elmhurst style. 

 

Freddy N - 2015-2018.

Yoshe B - 2015-2017.

Isabel F - 2016-2017.

Jenny U - 2016-2017.

Elizabeth B - 2017 - Present

Isabella C - 2017 - Present

Phoebe H - 2017 - Present

Annabelle M - 2019 - Present

Lucy H - 2019 - Present

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THE BALLET ASSOCIATES

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We are lucky enough to host our own Ballet Associate Program, for children to audition for and further their training.  3 hour monthly classes take place on a Sunday for students ages 7+, with termly guest teachers.

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More information can be found on our wwbsite :

www.theballetassociates.com

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BBO BALLET SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME 

 

For over 50 years, the highly prestigious BBO Scholars schemes have offered many talented BBO students the opportunity to receive outstanding extra training. All Scholars will receive first class tuition from some of the most respected teachers in the country. The distinguished professionals that make up the faculty for all our schemes have been carefully selected due to their proven expertise and ability to inspire students. These experienced and dedicated teachers work hard with our Scholars at improving both their technique and performance skills. The specialised training that our Scholars received has enable many of them to gain places at many of the UK's finest vocational dance schools, leading to careers as professional dancers.

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JUNIOR BALLET SCHOLARS

Isabel F - Junior Ballet Scholar - 2013-2015

Jenny U - Junior Ballet Scholar - 2014-2016.

Phoebe H - Junior Ballet Scholar - 2017-2018.

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MID BALLET SCHOLARS

Isabel F - Mid Ballet Scholar - 2015-2017.

Jenny U - Mid Ballet Scholar - 2016-2017.

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MIDAS 

 

"Midlands Independent Dance Associate Scheme exists to provide an opportunity for talented young dancers  augment their existing training and to enhance their performance by taking additional classes delivered by experts in physical conditioning, classical ballet technique, dance skills and artistry"

 

Isabel F - 2014-2016.

Jenny U - 2015-2017.

Sam G - 2015-2017.

Freddy N - 2015-2018.

Louisa U - 2015-2017.

Ashleigh B - 2017-2018.

Lottie C - 2018 - Present

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MIDLAND JAZZ ASSOCIATES

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Midlands Jazz associates are based in Stoke-on-Trent, offering extremely intense training in Jazz, Commercial and Conditioning. Entry is by auditionin only and classes are held once a month.

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Edie N - 2016-2017

Adelaide H - 2016-2017

Emillie H - 2016-2018

Lily-Rose M - 2016-2018

Freddy N - 2016 - 2018

Martha D - 2019 - Present

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DANCE OPPORTUNITIES ABROAD 

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Lily-Rose M will be representing England in LA, America in 2019.  During her time there she will participate in 3 days of intesive workshops with master teachers, perform at Disneyland California and at International Performance Board.  Lily-Rose will be competing against dance teams from 27 different countries.  Training for this involves 18 months of intese weekly class in Bolton and a strict daily exercise program.  

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BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET'S PERFORMANCE PROJECTS :

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Ballet students of all ages and abilities from across the Midlands were invited to audition for a role in BRB's Performance Projects, an exciting large-scale performance project culminating in a performance at Birmingham Hippodrome, alongside some of the Company dancers.  A cast of 65 ballet students have the opportunity to train at Birmingham Royal Ballet’s studios for 13 weekly sessions and six intensive rehearsal days. This is a fantastic opportunity to create some lifelong memories, gain an insight into the workings of a professional ballet company and to perform to an audience.

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CINDERELLA DREAMS - FEBRUARY 2017

Isabel F

Jenny U

Louisa U

Freddy N

Yoshe B

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SLEEPING BEAUTY - FEBRUARY 2018

Phoebe H

Elizabeth B

Rachael G

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ENGLISH YOUTH BALLET

 

Now in its 20th year The English Youth Ballet (EYB) has built into a highly successful youth dance company. The demand for places is expressed by the hundreds of young dancers who audition annually. Many of our students go on to vocational training having gained enormous confidence, invaluable performing experience and great pleasure from their involvement with EYB.  English Youth Ballet gives young dancers a unique opportunity to experience what life in a professional ballet company is really like. It is an exciting journey from acceptance at the audition, to classes, challenging choreography, tough rehearsals and enjoyable performances in the theatre, which mirrors exactly what a dancer in a professional company experiences.  The production of costumes, sets, lighting and stage management is fully professional. English Youth Ballet creates a traditional ballet production that is especially choreographed around the talents of the cast. Parents, Theatre Managers and Reviewers are incredulous that the performances are of such a high standard and are created within such a short period of time.

 

Over 20 of our pupils have successfully been awarded roles with the EYB.

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SHOWS

 

In July 2013, we performed 'Decades of Dance' at the Festival Drayton Centre, with 3 sellout performances!

 

In November 2015, we participated in 'Dance Fest' as part of the Arts Festival in Market Drayton.

 

 

I WANNA DANCE FOREVER!

 

Oak Tree Dance Studio's inaugural production 'I Wanna Dance Forever!' took to the stage at The Festival Drayton Centre for 2 days of performances that showed all the dancers talents and left very few dry eyes in the house.

 

65 students aged 2.5-13 leapt, pirouetted, and tapped their way through routines choreographed by Oak Tree Teachers; 2 of the dances were a result of an in house choreography competition, which gave the students the chance to develop their creative flair.  In contrast to the classical dance styles of ballet and tap, contemporary and commercial genres were also showcased thanks to their increased popularity at the studio.

 

None of the shows would have been able to go ahead without the unwavering support of all parents.  Scores of dancers directed perfectly, frantic quick changes made easy, and hair well and truly sprayed solid!  We are very much a family at Oak Tree and I am so pleased Miss Zoe and I can share these wonderful experiences with such amazing, selfless people.