Ballet
Queensland College of Dance Pre-Professional Classical Program is a full-time extensive dance program ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in classical ballet.
This course focuses heavily on technical and creative excellence. Students will be provided training in Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Pointe, Repertoire, Pas de deux and Character, Jazz, Performance Coaching, Physical Conditioning, Partnering, Improvisation & Composition, Anatomy & Nutrition, Performance Psychology.
Students will have the opportunity to partake in a minimum of 4 performances yearly, coupled with the invaluable experience of preparing and training for industry placements and national and International competitions.
Course
Duration
Qualification
Classical
1 or 2 years (full-time)
CUA51520 Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
CUA60120 Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
Entry Requirements
Entry to this course is by application, live audition, video audition and interview. Interstate and International applicants may apply via video upload or video submission.
1ST YEAR PROGRAM
CUA51520 Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) CUAWHS413: Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development CUADAN519: Refine pointe work techniques (females) CUADAN517: Refine dance partnering techniques CUAMUP511: Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles CUAWHS412: Participate in gym and resistance training for performances CUAWHS411: Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning (males) CUADAN513: Perform repertoire for corps de ballet CUAPPR512: Develop own sustainable professional practice CUAPRF513: Prepare for performances in a competitive environment CUADAN518: Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques CUADAN512: Refine ballet performance skills CUADAN531: Refine dance techniques CUADAN432: Improvise advanced dance sequences CUAPRF511: Refine performance techniques CUADAN515: Refine contemporary dance techniques CUADAN511: Refine ballet techniques CUADAN512: Refine ballet performance skills CUAWHS511: Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
2ND YEAR PROGRAM
CUA60120 Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) CUADAN610: Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level CUAIND601: Work professionally in the creative arts industry CUADAN602: Perform advanced classical ballet technique CUADAN508: Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques CUAPRF501: Refine performance techniques CUAWHS501: Maintain a high level of fitness for performance CUADAN501: Refine ballet techniques CUADAN502: Refine ballet performance skills CUADAN505: Refine contemporary dance techniques CUADAN601: Perform Dance Repertoire at a Professional Level CUADAN603: Extend Ballet Technique to a Professional Level CUADAN604: Extend ballet performance skills to a professional level CUADAN607: Extend contemporary dance technique to a professional level CUADAN608: Extend contemporary dance performance skills to a professional level CUAPPR502: Develop own sustainable professional practice CUAWHS602: Develop techniques for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment CUAWHS601: Apply advanced gym and weight training to ballet CUADAN618: Extend contemporary dance performance skills to a professional level
Pre-Professional Ballet Faculty
Welcome from Daniel Gaudiello
– Head of Pre-professional Ballet Programs
QCD’s Pre-Professional Ballet Program provides a pathway dedicated to the pursuit of classical excellence and artistic refinement. Our training is grounded in discipline, precision, and musicality, while nurturing individuality and artistic interpretation. Students are guided by an expert faculty committed to upholding the highest standards of classical ballet, preparing them for the rigours and rewards of a professional career. Wim Broeckx – Ballet Master Karen Donovan – Ballet Mistress Daniella Crismani – Ballet Lana Jones – Ballet Jake McLarnon – Contemporary Claire Owen – Jazz Technique Victor Smith – Ballet Ariane Murray - Character Kate Carey - Pilates Adrian Burke – Strength & Conditioning Chanthalah Webster-Tight - Physiotherapist Lee-Anne Ebert – Dressmaker
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