Contemporary Ballet Artist

Contemporary Ballet Artist

Contemporary Ballet Artist supports the development of pre-professional dancers across the related styles of neo-classical ballet, contemporary ballet and contemporary dance. The programme is designed to nurture versatility, creativity and performance quality throughout the competition process.

Selection

Dancers are selected from our Ballet Grand Prix Semi-Finals class. Those selected who accept their place in the Contemporary Ballet Artist Finals are then sent video links to learn four solos in advance of the workshop day.

Workshop Day

Participants attend a workshop day where they are coached in four set solos and phrases for a group dance. The day is designed to develop technical versatility, artistic expression and performance confidence while introducing dancers to a range of contemporary ballet styles and choreographic approaches.

Finals Performance

At the Finals, dancers perform two of the four solos and participate in the group dance, 'Together'. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are awarded in recognition of individual achievement. Depending on support from external sponsors, additional awards may include early entry certificates, bursaries, scholarships and work placements.

Medal Criteria

Gold Medal               

Exceptional level of technique, musicality and artistry

Silver Medal

Excellent level of technique, musicality and artistry

Bronze Medal

Good level of technique, musicality and artistry