Examinations & Showcases
We offer examinations and awards in the following genres:
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Classical Ballet - The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD)
Australian Tap - Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus (GWTS)
Contemporary Dance - iD Company
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Biennial Showcases at The Brindley Theatre, Runcorn
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Annual Work in Progress Performances
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Examinations & Class Awards
Students may enter for examinations once they meet the required technical and performance ability. Students progress at an individual level and speed, so please bear this in mind when your child is working towards an examination.
The Academy has a 100% pass rate for RAD examinations with more than 100% gaining Merit or Distinction.
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RAD Examinations and Awards will be via Video Submission up until Winter 2022, from Spring 2023 they will take place at an RAD Approved Venue.
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Glenn Wood Examinations are filmed and then submitted to the GWTS Head Office in Australia.
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iD Contemporary Examinations are taken in person at the studio, Ryan Jenkins or a representative will attend our studio in-person to examine the students.
Showcases
Our students enjoy the opportunity to perform in a professional working theatre every two years. Our Showcases are an event that the children look forward to and our audience members always come away beaming with pride.
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Our next Showcase is: June 22nd & 23rd 2024 at The Brindley Theatre, Runcorn.
Work in Progress
Work in Progress in a small performance which takes place in the Studio Theatre of The Brindley Theatre, the students will have the opportunity to present some of their class work to a medium-sized audience annually.
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