Dance

Ballet Excursion

Our Vocational RAD Ballet students had an opportunity to see the final rehearsal for the Australian Ballet Production of Quixote at the Opera House at the end of Term 1. The rehearsal performance was a great experience for the students as the Director was stopping the show at any point to give the cast corrections. Seeing this process has allowed our Ballet students to understand the work that goes into a professional production. The show was incredible and the students all walked out feeling very inspired.

Thank you to Miss Samantha Hibburt, Miss Genevieve Gardiner and Miss Laura Fishwick for escorting the girls to the production.

April Holiday Workshops

The Dance Team brought their A-game and hosted some absolutely fantastic Dance Workshops that were so much fun. The RAD Ballet Students kicked things off with a Choreographic Workshop in preparation for the upcoming Term 3 Ballet Production, ‘The King of the Polar Bears.’

And that’s not all – it was also followed by a half-day intensive to perfect their set syllabus. But it wasn’t just the RAD Ballet Students who had a blast – the Junior Students had an absolute ball during their own Junior Dance Workshops, where they explored the worlds of Jazz, Lyrical, and Hip Hop! These workshops were nothing short of wonderful, and the energy and enthusiasm from everyone involved was positively contagious.

Eisteddfod Intensive Weekend / USA Dance Tour Info Session & Costume Collection

The Eisteddfod Team are getting ready to elevate their performance to new heights because this weekend is all about the Eisteddfod Intensive Weekend! It’s time for them to dig deep and push themselves to the limit as our team comes together for an unforgettable experience filled with workshops designed to take the routines to the next level.

From start to finish, this weekend is jam-packed with an incredible lineup of workshops that will help the groups make significant progress in their skills and technique. And, most importantly, it’s a chance for our team to come together and build an unbreakable bond. You can find the full schedule of events on our parent portal and by clicking here so make sure to check it out and get ready for an intensive weekend that will leave our dancers feeling inspired for the competition season. 

Term 2 Dance 

Get ready to blast off into a world of wonder and excitement, because we have some incredible news to share! Our 2023 Dance Showcase is going to be out of this world, with a theme based on the one and only ‘Future’! We recently had a two-hour creative meeting with our Dance Staff and student representatives, and let’s just say, the ideas that came out of that meeting will blow your mind!

We’ve got a ton of thought-provoking and fun themes to explore with our classes. All Onstage Stream classes are already gearing up to begin their routines this term, and trust us, you’re not going to want to miss a single moment of the action. We will be distributing a comprehensive Showcase Information Pack later this term, so keep your eyes peeled for all the details. And mark your calendars because, like always, the Showcase will be held in Week 5 of Term 4, and we can’t wait to see you there!  

Attendance

We just wanted to remind everyone that maintaining suitable attendance in Cocurricular Dance is super important if students want to be eligible to perform at the Dance Showcase and/or complete RAD Ballet Examinations.

We totally understand that sometimes extenuating circumstances may arise, and if your daughter needs to take multiple lessons off for any reason, we are here to help. Just send us an email at dance@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au to discuss her situation and we will work together to find a solution that works for everyone. Our goal is to make sure every student has a chance to shine and succeed, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any assistance. 

All absences must be notified via CCSA Google Form. 

Cert III in Dance First Aid Certificate 

We are absolutely thrilled to congratulate our incredible Cert III in Dance Students on completing their full First Aid certificate during the holidays as part of their coursework. It is no secret that having students who are upskilled in First Aid is of immense benefit to both our College and our community, and we are so grateful to our students for taking the initiative to develop these critical skills.

It just goes to show that our students are not only talented dancers but also responsible and caring members of society. We commend them on their exceptional efforts and can’t wait to see them continue to make a positive impact in the world in their dance teaching pursuits. 

Katrina Cluff

Head of Dance