2025 Performance Class Auditions
We are excited to announce that the 2025 Performance Class Audition Week will be held during the last week of Term 2 (1st July - 6th July) ahead of the start of Term 3. New intake for Dance North Academy performance classes is from Term 3 of that year and must be fulfilled to end of Term 2 of the following year. These routines are performed at the end-of-year concert and at the following year's eisteddfod season.
Date: Monday 1st July – Saturday 6th July 2024
Location: Narraweena Studios (74 Oceana St, Narraweena 2099)
About our Performance Class Stream
Dance North Academy’s Performance Classes are an exclusive specialised training available for dancers from 6 years old, who possess a passion and talent for performance. Performance Class routines will represent Dance North Academy during the year at various eisteddfods and competitions in Sydney.
Performance Classes encompass a variety of styles such as Contemporary, Modern, Commercial Lyrical, Jazz, Broadway/Musical Theatre, and Classical Ballet. Click here to learn more about what performance class styles we offer.
The Audition Process
Performance Class students are subject to an audition/application process and are to undergo a minimum of two ballet classes a week as a prerequisite. Performance classes have a strong focus on technique, which is why a minimum of two ballet classes a week is compulsory.
For new DNA students you are required to audition in the age group that reflects your age as of July 1st 2024. For existing DNA students you are required to audition in your regular Performance classes. For example, if you are currently in the 10/U Performance Jazz class and are turning 11 this year, you will be auditioning for the 2025 12/U Performance Jazz class during your regular 10/U Performance Jazz class time on Friday from 3:45 – 4:45pm.
As of 2024, one technique class a week will also be compulsory for all performance students, to ensure that students are up to the technical standard required to compete in all genres.
All applicants (even existing DNA Performance Class students) are required to audition and complete their online registration to attend the audition.
Can’t Make The Audition?
Applicants who are unavailable to make the audition during their regular class time may complete an online audition. There is an option to upload a video link in the online registration form below.
Online audition requirements are a video no longer than 2 minutes in length of a solo of your dance style of choice from the last 6 months.
For more information and enquiries about our performance classes, please contact us at (02) 8018 6330 or email at info@dancenorthacademy.com.au.
Performance Class Audition Timetable
Where: Narraweena Studios - 74 Oceana St, Narraweena 2099
6/U Performance Modern — Tuesday 2nd July, 4:45 - 5:45pm in Studio 3
8/U Performance Modern — Monday 1st July, 3:45 - 4:45pm in Studio 2
8/U Performance Jazz — Friday 5th July, 4:45 - 5:45pm in Studio 3
10/U Performance Modern — Tuesday 2nd July, 3:45 - 4:45pm in Studio 1
10/U Performance Contemporary — Friday 5th July, 5:45 - 6:45pm in Studio 3
10/U Performance Jazz — Friday 5th July, 3:45 - 4:45pm in Studio 3
12/U Performance Modern — Saturday 6th July, 1:30 - 2:30pm in Studio 3
12/U Performance Contemporary — Saturday 6th July, 2:30 - 3:30pm in Studio 3
12/U Performance Jazz— Tuesday 2nd July, 4:45 - 5:45pm in Studio 1
14/U Performance Modern — Saturday 6th July, 2:30 - 3:30pm in Studio 1
14/U Performance Contemporary — Saturday 6th July, 3:30 - 4:30pm in Studio 1
14/U Performance Jazz — Tuesday 2nd July, 5:45 - 6:30pm in Studio 1
14/U Performance Commercial Lyrical — Tuesday 2nd July, 6:30 - 7:00pm in Studio 1
16/U Performance Modern — Monday 1st July, 4:30 - 5:30pm in Studio 1
Open Performance Modern — Monday 1st July, 5:30 - 6:30pm in Studio 1
Open Performance Contemporary — Saturday 6th July, 1:30 - 2:30pm in Studio 1
Open Performance Broadway/Musical Theatre — Tuesday 2nd July, 7:00 - 7:45pm in Studio 1
Open Performance Commercial Lyrical — Tuesday 2nd July, 7:45 - 8:15pm in Studio 1
Open Performance Jazz — Tuesday 2nd July, 8:15 - 9:00pm in Studio 1
Apply For Our 2025 Performance Class Auditions Here
All audition attendees (including existing DNA students) are required to fill out this form in order to attend our 2025 Performance Class Audition Week.
2025 Full-Time Academy Auditions
At Dance North Academy, we share the passion for nurturing the artists of tomorrow, providing a clear pathway to success through intensive training and mentorship. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our comprehensive Full-Time Academy, designed to develop and cultivate the talents of young dancers sought-after on both national and international stages.
Dance North Academy hold auditions annually in the latter half of the year for the following year's intake into our prestigious Full-Time Program. Entry to our program is either by invitation or audition, ensuring that each student is selected based on talent, dedication, and potential.
Dance North Academy invites aspiring dancers to audition for our prestigious Full-Time Academy for entry in 2025.
Date: Sunday 25 August 2024
Location: North Manly Studios (2/2-4 William St, North Manly)
Our Esteemed Full-Time Academy Faculty
Dance North Academy boasts a highly professional and esteemed faculty for our Full-Time Academy. Each member of our Full-Time faculty brings a wealth of expertise and fosters a nurturing experience for our Full-Time students.
Vicki Attard
Adam Blanch
Davide Di Giovanni
Lucinda Dunn OAM
Jasmin Durham
Catherine Edwards
Lisa Howell
Heidi Landford
Danilo Radojevic
Darren Spowart
Mandi Whittaker
Victor Zarallo
What does the Live Open Audition process entail?
Our audition process consists of an open ballet class and a contemporary class, allowing us to assess candidates' technical proficiency and artistic expression. Following the audition, all applicants will remain for interviews with our esteemed faculty, providing further insight into their potential fit within our program and discussing applicants’ individual goals and aspirations.
Applicants are not required to prepare any material in advance of the Live Open Audition. We believe in providing a level playing field for all candidates, allowing their natural talents and abilities to shine through in the audition process.
Live Open Audition Schedule:
9:00am Arrival (self warm-up and registration)
10:00 – 11:30am Open Classical Ballet class (1 hr 30 min)
15 minute break
11:45 – 12:15pm Pointe class/Boys class (30 min)
15 minute break
12:30 – 2:00pm Open Contemporary class (1 hr 30 min)
2:00 – 4:00pm Interviews
Faculty
Panel: Mandi Whittaker, Adam Blanch, & Catherine Edwards
Open Classical Ballet class Teacher: Lucinda Dunn OAM, Danilo Radojevic
Open Contemporary class Teacher: Victor Zarallo
What to bring and wear for the Live Open Audition?
Applicants may wear any colour leotard, ballet tights, ballet shoes and pointe shoes.
Contemporary black tights.
Water bottle.
Any medication if required.
On the audition day, you will receive an audition number to pin to the front of your leotard.
What does the Online Audition process entail?
The Online Audition process consists of photo and video submissions. The video should be up to but no longer than 15 minutes long and must include all required content including ballet and contemporary work. The video should be submitted as a YouTube or Vimeo link.
Photograph Requirements
1 x Headshot
1 x Tendu a Terre a La Seconde, Arms Second
1 x 4th Position Croise (En Pointe for female applicants)
1 x Arabesque En L'air (side view)
Video Requirements
Barre, no longer than five minutes
Pliés, Tendus, Adagio (including Battements Lents and/or Développés), and Grands Battements.
Centre practice
Pirouette combination with pirouettes En Dehors and En Dedans
Adagio, both sides
Allegro
Petit Allegro and Grand Allegro
Tours En L’air right and left (male applicants only)
Pointe (female applicants only)
Warm Up consisting of Échappés, Relevé and Relevé Passé
Variation (optional, but strongly encouraged)
Contemporary phrase or solo no longer than 2.5 minutes
Join us at Dance North Academy.
If you dream of a career in dance and are ready to take the next step towards realising your aspirations, we invite you to audition for the Dance North Academy Full-Time Program. Our highly esteemed faculty awaits aspiring dancers like you.
More Information
For more information about our audition process or to enquire about the Dance North Academy Full-Time Program, please contact us at (02) 8018 6330 or email us at fulltime@dancenorthacademy.com.au.