The SpecFest team are looking for groups including (but not limited to):

• musical ensembles (for example, big bands, marimba ensembles, vocal ensembles)
• dance groups (for example, cultural groups, circus skills, dancesport)
• drama groups (for example, street performers, mime)

About the workshop

The workshops are crafted around the students' skill level and cover ballet and contemporary technique through to repertoire and choreographic process. Students will take part in a warm-up, technical exercises, learn repertoire and explore choreographic elements.

Please visit The Australian Ballet Workshops program page for more details on the content of the workshop.

• Students do not need to be currently studying for a RAD exam to attend.
• Workshops are also suitable for contemporary dance students.
• Application will close when workshops reach 30 students maximum.

Cost

• $85.00 – Years 5–6

What to bring and wear

• Please wear comfortable dance clothing.  All hair must be tied up and away from face.
  • Girls – Leotard and tights or dance shorts over the tights (no mid drift tops, unless accompanied with a singlet/t-shirt).
  • Boys – T-shirt/singlet with tights and/or dance shorts.
• All students are to bring ballet flats (NO pointe shoes are needed).
• Please bring only water and plenty to eat for the breaks.  Do not bring food containing nuts.
• Your name clearly marked on belongings and leave unnecessary valuables at home.
• Medications must be left with The Arts Unit staff at the sign in desk.
• There is no provision for parents to view the class in progress.

Performance

Each day, students who have participated in the workshops will have the opportunity to view a performance by The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach Team in the Tanya Pearson studios.

Participation is open to all students attending NSW public schools.

About the workshop

The workshops are crafted around the students' skill level and cover ballet and contemporary technique through to repertoire and choreographic process. Students will take part in a warm-up, technical exercises, learn repertoire and explore choreographic elements.

Please visit The Australian Ballet Workshops program page for more details on the content of the workshop.

• Students do not need to be currently studying for a RAD exam to attend.
• Workshops are also suitable for contemporary dance students.
• Application will close when workshops reach 30 students maximum.

Cost

• $100.00 – Years 7–10

What to bring and wear

• Please wear comfortable dance clothing.  All hair must be tied up and away from face.
  • Girls – Leotard and tights or dance shorts over the tights (no mid drift tops, unless accompanied with a singlet/t-shirt).
  • Boys – T-shirt/singlet with tights and/or dance shorts.
• All students are to bring ballet flats (NO pointe shoes are needed).
• Please bring only water and plenty to eat for the breaks.  Do not bring food containing nuts.
• Your name clearly marked on belongings and leave unnecessary valuables at home.
• Medications must be left with The Arts Unit staff at the sign in desk.
• There is no provision for parents to view the class in progress.

Performance

Each day, students who have participated in the workshops will have the opportunity to view a performance by The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach Team in the Tanya Pearson studios.

Participation is open to all students attending NSW public schools.

About the workshop

The workshops are crafted around the students' skill level and cover ballet and contemporary technique through to repertoire and choreographic process. Students will take part in a warm-up, technical exercises, learn repertoire and explore choreographic elements.

Please visit The Australian Ballet Workshops program page for more details on the content of the workshop.

• Students do not need to be currently studying for a RAD exam to attend.
• Workshops are also suitable for contemporary dance students.
• Application will close when workshops reach 30 students maximum.

Cost

• $85.00 – Years 3–4

What to bring and wear

• Please wear comfortable dance clothing.  All hair must be tied up and away from face.
  • Girls – Leotard and tights or dance shorts over the tights (no mid drift tops, unless accompanied with a singlet/t-shirt).
  • Boys – T-shirt/singlet with tights and/or dance shorts.
• All students are to bring ballet flats (NO pointe shoes are needed).
• Please bring only water and plenty to eat for the breaks.  Do not bring food containing nuts.
• Your name clearly marked on belongings and leave unnecessary valuables at home.
• Medications must be left with The Arts Unit staff at the sign in desk.
• There is no provision for parents to view the class in progress.

Performance

Each day, students who have participated in the workshops will have the opportunity to view a performance by The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach Team in the Tanya Pearson studios.

Participation is open to all students attending NSW public schools.