Application Deadline: 31 March 2017 National Youth Dance Wales
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National Youth Dance Wales NYDW provides first-class training and performance opportunities for some of Wales’ most-talented and committed young dancers. It harnesses the energy and excitement of young peoples’ enthusiasm for dance and dancing, and channels it into a creative, contemporary force that celebrates the very best of Youth Dance in Wales today. NYDW invests in the development of Wales' most promising young dancers by focusing on core dance-skills, strength and performance techniques. In 2017, NYAW is broadening its successful Step Up programme in order to engage with more young dancers, and to enhance their training and development throughout the year and in advance of auditions for NYDW 2018. Who is it for? Step Up is for young dancers in Wales (aged 14 – 20 years) who regularly engage in dance classes through their school/college, private dance school and/or with their local youth dance company, and who demonstrate a strong desire to 'step up' to another level of challenge and experience. Entry onto the Step Up programme is via an Audition process. What is involved? Step Up offers an exceptional training opportunity over three short residencies wherein participants will develop a better understanding and practice of dance technique, choreographic principles and performance. Who will you be working with? Renowned dance artist, Kerry Nicholls, continues to lead the NYDW Step Up programme. Kerry teaches, choreographs and mentors extensively worldwide; she is widely regarded as one of Britain’s leading contemporary dance teachers.
What if you can’t afford it? We are keen to ensure that no-one is deterred from applying for NYDW for financial reasons. All applications for financial assistance will be treated in strictest confidence. Auditions Regional auditions for Step Up 2017 will be held during April. Applicants must be aged between 14 – 20 years on 31st August 2017 and must be able to demonstrate active involvement with dance at an advanced/ intermediate level. What should you expect at the Audition? The half-day audition will include a contemporary technique class, learning repertoire and a short creative exercise. Where & when can you audition? 19 April Caernarfon 20 April Wrexham 21 April Aberystwyth 22 April Gorseinon 22 April Merthyr Tydfil 23 April Cardiff [Note: all audition dates/locations are based on the typical geographical spread of candidates and are subject to change or cancellation if there are fewer than 10 candidates per venue. Equally, an additional date/location may be arranged if there is sufficient demand.]
How much does it cost to audition? The audition fee is £20 (non-refundable) Please send a cheque made payable to National Youth Dance Wales and post to NYDW, c/o WJEC, 245 Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YX or you can pay via online banking (please contact us for details). How do you apply? Apply online via nyaw.co.uk or, if you would prefer to receive an application form by post, please contact us.
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Kerry works with some of UK’s foremost, professional companies (including Company Wayne McGregor, DV8 Physical Theatre and Michael Clark companies), and with the leading vocational schools across the country. She is also annual guest lecturer at The Juilliard School in New York, USA. She has directed diverse projects and received numerous International choreographic commissions. She launched her own company 'Kerry Nicholls Dance’ in 2012 www.kerrynicholls.com NYDW and Kerry also invite guest tutors to work with Step Up dancers across other dance techniques and movement styles. www.kerrynicholls.com When and where does it take place? Residency 1: 31 August – 1 September 2017 Cardiff Residency 2: 21 – 22 October 2017 Cardiff Residency 3: 23 – 25 February 2018 Cardiff *Successful applicants must be available for ALL residency dates. How much does it cost? It costs £310 covering all tuition, accommodation, insurances, two meals a day and a contribution to a social/welfare fund. Payment by instalments can be agreed with the NYDW office.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2017 Applications received after the deadline can be considered but only if places are available. "The NYDW Step Up programme has been one of the most challenging and transformational things I have ever done. It has allowed me the opportunity to develop as an artist, as an aspiring professional dancer and as a person as a whole" Bryn Aled, Step Up participant 2016 Further information Contact 029 2026 5060, visit www.nyaw.co.uk or e-mail [email protected] NYDW is part of National Youth Arts Wales – a celebration of Wales’ finest young performers, who are eager to share their energy, enthusiasm and considerable skills with as many people as possible, as they Perform for Wales! Images © Kirsten McTernan
Photos: Siân Trenberth
National Youth Dance Wales NYDW provides first-class training and performance opportunities for some of Wales’ most-talented and committed young dancers. It harnesses the energy and excitement of young peoples’ enthusiasm for dance and dancing, and channels it into a creative, contemporary force that celebrates the very best of Youth Dance in Wales today. NYDW invests in the development of Wales' most promising young dancers by focusing on core dance-skills, strength and performance techniques. In 2017, NYAW is broadening its successful Step Up programme in order to engage with more young dancers, and to enhance their training and development throughout the year and in advance of auditions for NYDW 2018. Who is it for? Step Up is for young dancers in Wales (aged 14 – 20 years) who regularly engage in dance classes through their school/college, private dance school and/or with their local youth dance company, and who demonstrate a strong desire to 'step up' to another level of challenge and experience. Entry onto the Step Up programme is via an Audition process. What is involved? Step Up offers an exceptional training opportunity over three short residencies wherein participants will develop a better understanding and practice of dance technique, choreographic principles and performance. Who will you be working with? Renowned dance artist, Kerry Nicholls, continues to lead the NYDW Step Up programme. Kerry teaches, choreographs and mentors extensively worldwide; she is widely regarded as one of Britain’s leading contemporary dance teachers.
What if you can’t afford it? We are keen to ensure that no-one is deterred from applying for NYDW for financial reasons. All applications for financial assistance will be treated in strictest confidence. Auditions Regional auditions for Step Up 2017 will be held during April. Applicants must be aged between 14 – 20 years on 31st August 2017 and must be able to demonstrate active involvement with dance at an advanced/ intermediate level. What should you expect at the Audition? The half-day audition will include a contemporary technique class, learning repertoire and a short creative exercise. Where & when can you audition? 19 April Caernarfon 20 April Wrexham 21 April Aberystwyth 22 April Gorseinon 22 April Merthyr Tydfil 23 April Cardiff [Note: all audition dates/locations are based on the typical geographical spread of candidates and are subject to change or cancellation if there are fewer than 10 candidates per venue. Equally, an additional date/location may be arranged if there is sufficient demand.]
How much does it cost to audition? The audition fee is £20 (non-refundable) Please send a cheque made payable to National Youth Dance Wales and post to NYDW, c/o WJEC, 245 Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YX or you can pay via online banking (please contact us for details). How do you apply? Apply online via nyaw.co.uk or, if you would prefer to receive an application form by post, please contact us.
© Pari Naderi
Kerry works with some of UK’s foremost, professional companies (including Company Wayne McGregor, DV8 Physical Theatre and Michael Clark companies), and with the leading vocational schools across the country. She is also annual guest lecturer at The Juilliard School in New York, USA. She has directed diverse projects and received numerous International choreographic commissions. She launched her own company 'Kerry Nicholls Dance’ in 2012 www.kerrynicholls.com NYDW and Kerry also invite guest tutors to work with Step Up dancers across other dance techniques and movement styles. www.kerrynicholls.com When and where does it take place? Residency 1: 31 August – 1 September 2017 Cardiff Residency 2: 21 – 22 October 2017 Cardiff Residency 3: 23 – 25 February 2018 Cardiff *Successful applicants must be available for ALL residency dates. How much does it cost? It costs £310 covering all tuition, accommodation, insurances, two meals a day and a contribution to a social/welfare fund. Payment by instalments can be agreed with the NYDW office.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2017 Applications received after the deadline can be considered but only if places are available. "The NYDW Step Up programme has been one of the most challenging and transformational things I have ever done. It has allowed me the opportunity to develop as an artist, as an aspiring professional dancer and as a person as a whole" Bryn Aled, Step Up participant 2016 Further information Contact 029 2026 5060, visit www.nyaw.co.uk or e-mail [email protected] NYDW is part of National Youth Arts Wales – a celebration of Wales’ finest young performers, who are eager to share their energy, enthusiasm and considerable skills with as many people as possible, as they Perform for Wales! Images © Kirsten McTernan
