Western NSW Senior Musical Theatre Dance Ensemble
Are you a passionate and skilled dancer looking for an opportunity to push your technique, creativity, and performance skills to the next level?
This is more than just a dance group, it’s an elite performance experience where students will be immersed in high-level choreography, professional rehearsal settings, and the creative process behind building a standout dance work.
Open to students in Years 7 to 12 from NSW Public Schools across Western NSW.
Enquiries
Venue
142 Icely Road
Orange NSW 2800
Australia
About the ensemble
This ensemble is designed for dedicated dancers who want to:
- train and collaborate with professional choreographers
- be part of the choreographic process, shaping an original dance work
- connect with talented students from across the Western NSW region
- perform at the Dubbo and Bathurst Western NSW Dance Festival in professional venues
- audition for the State Dance Festival, representing regional excellence on a state-wide stage.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to refine your artistry, gain valuable performance experience, and be part of something truly special!
Apply now and take your dancing to new heights!
How to apply
Applications closing date: Friday 13 February 2026 (Term 1 Week 3).
All applicants will be invited to attend the audition workshop.
Audition date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 (Term 1 Week 6)
Audition times: 9:30 am to 2 pm
Audition venue: Canobolas Rural Technology High School, Orange
For full details about the ensemble and how to apply, please visit the Western NSW Senior Musical Theatre Dance Ensemble information site.
Workshop rehearsals
Ensemble members must be available for all of the following workshop rehearsal days:
Dates: Monday 4 and Tuesday 5 May 2026 (Term 2 Week 3)
Times: 9:30 am to 2 pm
Venue: Canobolas Rural Technology High School, Orange
State Dance Festival rehearsal date (if selected): Wednesday 9 September (Term 3 Week 8)
Students in the ensemble will also need to be available to perform at the Western NSW Dance Festival:
- Western NSW Dance Festival – Dubbo Showcase: Monday 25 or Tuesday 26 May 2026 (Term 2 Week 6)
- Western NSW Dance Festival – Bathurst Showcase: Tuesday 16 or Wednesday 17 June 2026 (Term 2 Week 9)
Please note: students will only be required for one of the above dates for each of the showcases TBA.
Students must commit to the ensemble and attend all scheduled rehearsals for the entire length of time.
Students will be supervised by Department of Education staff at all times.
Western NSW Dance Ensembles – Dance Coordinating Teacher EOI
Applications are now closed.
The Arts Unit is seeking a motivated and experienced teacher to take on the role of Dance Coordinating Teacher for the following ensembles:
- Western NSW Senior Contemporary Dance Ensemble
- Western NSW Senior Musical Theatre Dance Ensemble
- Western NSW Junior Contemporary Dance Ensemble
This position plays a vital role in supporting (HPGE) students from across the region and ensuring the smooth running of key dance activities and events throughout the year.
All Arts Unit programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in the Western NSW Senior Musical Theatre Dance Ensemble, please email [email protected] so that we can assist.
