Home » Entertainment » Arts and Entertainment » Excitement for aspiring dancers

Excitement for aspiring dancers

LOCAL aspiring dancers have an exciting opportunity to hit the big stage when the Victorian State Ballet visit Swan Hill next month.

The Victorian State Ballet will host two workshops conducted by director Michelle Sierra and two principal dancers.

From these auditions, selected dancers will perform in the ballet Don Quixote on Friday, June 3, at 7.30pm, presented by Swan Hill Town Hall Performing Arts and Victorian State Ballet.

Swan Hill Town Hall’s Sharon Brinkman said this was a prospect not to be missed.

“The chance for local dancers to perform in the ballet Don Quixote is such an incredible opportunity.

“The Victorian State Ballet is Victoria’s leading ballet company committed to connecting people and dance across Victoria,” Ms Brinkman said.

“They are passionate and committed to supporting and helping develop young talented artists.”

Ms Brinkman said there two workshops available for junior and intermediate and senior advanced dancers on Tuesday, May 10.

Workshops cost $25. For dancers selected to perform with the company there would be no charge for rehearsal or costumes.

Workshop spaces are limited. Registrations open on Friday, April 8, at 9am.

For more information, visit www.swanhilltownhall.com or call the Swan Hill Town Hall bookings office on 5036 2384

BREAKOUT WORKSHOP AND AUDITIONS

Tuesday, May 10

Ages 10 years to 17 years male and female – with basic ballet training.

Two groups: 10am registration for group one – junior and intermediate

10.30am to 11.30am – audition class

11am registration for group two – senior/advanced

11.30am to 12.30pm – audition class

12.30pm to 1pm – selection from both groups

1pm to 3.30pm – rehearsals for the selected

Digital Editions


  • Bowls Notes

    Bowls Notes

    RACECOURSE Congratulations to Mick Holyoak, who won his semi-final of the Champion of Champions against Danny Kelly of Lake Boga and then backed it up…

More News

  • Thefts across the region

    Thefts across the region

    SWAN HILL Theft: A REGISTRATION plate, a new Kings Swag still in its box and a bag were stolen from a vehicle parked in Barnett Street between 3.30pm Friday, 30…

  • Unflinching debut for local author

    Unflinching debut for local author

    RAW, real, honest – Charlie Hovenden’s debut memoir Fierce and Unstoppable has received praise for laying bare her daily strength and courage through MS and the sudden death of her…

  • Rams charge towards top spot

    Rams charge towards top spot

    THE final round of the Northern Valley Premier League is upon us, and it’s a two-battle for first place on the ladder, contested between Murray Downs and Cohuna Golf. How…

  • Support grows in regions

    Support grows in regions

    A REDBRIDGE federal poll released last week found One Nation’s primary vote had risen to 26 per cent, eight points lower than Labor (34) and seven points above the former…

  • Moulamein notes

    Moulamein notes

    Comedy act No, the Richmond footy team isn’t coming to town — but something just as exciting is. It’s not often we see an international comedy act roll through our…

  • Mass fish death

    Mass fish death

    AFTER further investigation into the fish deaths reported throughout the week near Menindee, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released a community update outlining its…

  • Back to school blessing

    Back to school blessing

    ANGLICAN NEWS It was great to have students and adults bringing symbols of their planned 2026 learning to be blessed on Sunday. Along with the blessing, Rev Julie gave appropriate…

  • SHDCA Round 12 Cricket Previews

    SHDCA Round 12 Cricket Previews

    Nyah District v RSL While last Saturday’s abandoned round has all but sealed reigning premier Nyah District’s fate, the Demons will still have plenty to play for when they host…

  • Training policy axed in council clash

    Training policy axed in council clash

    A COUNCILLOR training policy has been thrown in the bin, with one councillor labelling it an “overreach and a policy that we don’t need”. The policy was designed to formalise…

  • Homecoming to Mallee roots

    Homecoming to Mallee roots

    AFTER a lifetime of exhibiting and working in countries across the globe, woodturner and sophisticate Terry Martin has returned home. The internationally acclaimed artist grew up in the early 60s…