Welcome to the forum Bou. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Of course it is unlikely that she would get in but there's no way you could say no if they were succesful is there? The preliminary audition panel usually consists of two or three people, including one of our Intensive Courses and Auditions Artistic Managers and members of the Artistic staff. 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. Book your Enlighten teacher training webinars with Royal Ballet School! All you have to do is type in RBS Junior Associates at the top right of this page where it says Search,and there is a wealth of information from parents who have been there,done that and worn the T-Shirt.!! Our selection criteria is based on our considerable experience and in order not to disappoint any student who has aspirations to gain entry as an Associate, our strict selection criteria MUST be followed to the letter and in all respects. 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). 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. Junior Associate programmeis for girls and boys aged 8 to 10who want to experience Royal Ballet School training alongside their regular ballet classes. This Associate Programme is for students in academic years 5-11, who attend regular ballet classes with their home teacher and who are looking for a complimentary training programme. The Royal Ballet School is looking for talented young dancers with a passion for classical ballet. Remember a possible no is not the end either. I also think its really important to explain that not being selected for JAs doesn't rule out many other things. Classical ballet based on The Royal Ballet Schools System of Training. Our uniform for the Pre-Associates class is a white leotard with a pink belt for girls and black shorts and white tee-shirt for boys. Simple pirouettes en dehors with any preparation (only if these have already been taught). 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). I was coming from the angle of some of the parents you meet along the way, and there are some but most are lovely. 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. I think you were just voicing your opinion and I was saying take care on here, cross wires. I do think that its helpful for them to understand the sheer scale of the numbers applying and that it's not the end of the world if they don't get selected. Hi Bou, my daughter auditioned for JA at 'the point' in Eastleigh a few years back, when she was 8. I think some people do it to show of a bit, or to try to pysche out the "opposition" but they are risking injury. All applicants are offered a preliminary audition. The experiences my DD have been thoroughly outstanding. 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. thank you both, thats made me feel MUCHbetter i admit to feeling there wasnt much point even trying when i saw the other girl get the envelope (they all call her Princess for a reason - dont get me wrong, she is an amazing dancerbut she knows it too if you know what i mean), Even if we were 'allowed to talk about it' there is no way we would talk with her as she will already have decided she will get in thats why i came on here as there's no one i can talk to about whats involved and what to expect so REALLY appreciate you all taking the time out to answer my questions and ease my concerns, so plan then - forget all about it til the week before (fat chance LOL) then go for day out where she has a competition but the outcome doesnt matter, and a lovely lunch somewhere. Sorry if that all sounds a bit negative, and of course I'm not suggesting that your DD definitely isn't going to get a place, but for many enthusiastic children the JA "no" letter is their first big disappointment and I think its worth giving some thought to how you might manage that. I could come up with lots of 'reasons' but they would all be excuses really. And congratulations on succeeding with the first step of the process (being recommended by your dance teacher). Hi Bou and welcome! i just get stunned everytime she acheives anything, certainly have no expectations of her, so long as she's happy and having fun i'm happy. One enchanement including sauts, changement des pieds and chapps, Adage must include grands poses and a tour lent/promenade in either la seconde or arabesque. She has just auditioned for Mid Associates which means going to London but once again had a lovely day, just awaiting the results of this now! Hi Bou, my daughter auditioned for JA at 'the point' in Eastleigh a few years back, when she was 8. 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. 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. Naturally non-selection on our programme, may lead to disappointment both from parents and students alike and this is regrettable. Taught by Royal Ballet school trained Alicia Sandercock. Thanks for your reply Pups_mum i've been thinking a lot about the way to deal with the 'no' letter tbh, thats what i'm expecting her to get but i guess her teacher must see something in her to bother putting her in, in the first place i'm hoping to be able to make out its just a class a bit like a competition (which she does quite a few of) and that there is no real outcome from going. Our Junior Associate Insight Days take place at our centres across the UK or online. It's a funny old business really but to be honest you are better just focusing on your dc and her talents. Junior Associateauditions will beheld in May and June 2017 at Royal Ballet Schoolcentres in Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Eastleigh, Bath, Totnes and London. My daughter was offered waiting list, but unfortunately a place never came up. Assume once the form is submitted, we get a confirmation, but do you know how long it takes for that letter to arrive? You see, there's a lot of princesses about;-) Your DD sounds like mine in terms of gravitating towards older children and maturity. 2017 - 2022 Wendy Sandercock Academy of Dance. 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). Applications for full-time and Mid/Senior/Advanced Associate programmes open in September and close in October. Helping the children to understand what is expected of them at an audition and within an associate class. All young dancersaged 8 to 10 by 31 August 2017 (currently Years 3, 4, 5)whoapplyfor our Junior Associate programmewill be offeredan audition. (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. By setting to Unlisted, only those with the url/link can see it, Please paste the url/link into your application form where instructed. Each year we welcome young dancers, in studying in year 3 to 10 at academic school, to attend our Junior, Mid and Senior Associate Insight classes. 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. It is nothing to be intimidated by, they are lovely and it is a special day out for the children, just try to relax and enjoy! Please position the camera halfway between front and side for all other sections of the barre to show full range of movements. I have come across quite a few power mad parents but to be honest I just smile and try not to be drawn into conversation with them. The other Princess's mother became seriously ill and her father refused to continue the grind of late evenings and weekend competitions as he was both tired out and worried about his wife. Royal Ballet School holds auditions across the UK and internationally. Classes run from September to July at nine centres around the UK, in London, Birmingham, Bath, Dundee, Eastleigh (Southampton), Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Totnes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nyyCia99hI. 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. Good luck xx, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Share. Simple chapp relev in 2nd and 4th, retir relev and relev pass, Find the camera icon with a plus and click on Upload video, When uploading the video or when you finish uploading, you can set the video to unlisted. Sign up for a new account in our community. My daughter was offered waiting list, but unfortunately a place never came up. 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). There would be no getting an envelope past my daughter without her knowing the contents! You will get simple, clear instructions on what to do on the day, and if our experiences are anything to go by, its all very well organised. Dance City is a company limited by guarantee. I'm sure you'll find lots of helpful advice here. 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! No applicant will be disadvantaged for not having previously learned steps or terminology and should ask the class teacher to explain and demonstrate anything they are unsure of. 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. Royal Ballet Junior Associate Audition questions. Preliminary auditions are held in the UK and internationally. Parents are asked to view the Royal Ballet schools website and pages dealing with the Associates programme and to view any accompanying literature and videos etc which will detail more on the subject. Sign up for a new account in our community. Hair neatly groomed. Taught by Royal Ballet school trained Alicia Sandercock. Auditions - The Royal Ballet School Our auditions We hold annual auditions for our full-time and Associate programmes. I know I will probably get told all this once we get reply to application but I've never been the most patient and am a self confessed control freak lol. Thank you though, taxi. Please position the camera in front of the applicant to show full height and breadth in plis and ports de bras. Final auditions will be held following successful preliminary or semi-final auditions, and the panel will consist of the Artistic Director and members of the Artistic staff. On the suggestions from everyone on here, we've had a big chat and DD is super chilled about it all which I think will make me feel same. Applicants are invited to audition together in age-appropriate classes which last 1 hour for Junior Associates. 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. Daisy is a junior associate of the Royal ballet School, (after a successful audition) for the programme and having accepted a place - attends their brilliant system of training alongside. As I recall we auditioned in March and heard by July. One enchanment including sauts, changement des pieds and chapps. 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. I can honestly say there was no one liked that at dds old dance school. 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. Helping the children to understand what is expected of them at an audition and within an associate class. The programme attracts students from as far afield as Newcastle, Nottingham and Liverpool, as well as many students from the Yorkshire area. Not getting drawn into that sort of thing is very sensible. The girl could not get herself to lessons by herself as public transport was poor and eventually she vanished from the school. Please ensure that your whole body is in the frame of the video and you are dancing in a clear and safe space. They do audition quite a nber of children for not that many places but it is done sympathetically.