Junior Summer Intensive 2012
Summer Intensive Program Description
Ballet Austin's Junior Summer Intensive program offers one 2-week session of study for serious students ages 9-13. The curriculum of the Junior Intensive is specifically designed with the younger student in mind and is presented in an environment that is positive and nurturing. The Jr. Intensive is a rigorous and comprehensive program that provides the young dancer a greater grasp of ballet technique and related dance styles.
Audition Requirements:
$30.00 audition fee due at check-in
Full-body Dance Photograph
2012 Audition Tour
Audition Information Contact:
Director of Schools Operations, Vicki Parsons
512.476.9051 ext.126
vicki.parsons@balletaustin.org
Dates
July 30-August 10, 2012
The Junior Intensive meets Monday through Friday and is a half-day program.
Students accepted into the Junior Intensive receive their placement into level 1 or 2 in their letter of acceptance.
Curriculum
Ballet Technique / Character / Tap / Stretch / Conditioning
Tuition
$795
Housing
Dormitory housing is not provided for Junior Intensive students.
Below is a listing of accommodations located near the Butler Dance Education Center for out of town students:
Courtyard Marriott
Courtyard Austin Downtown
300 East 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
512 236-8008
Residence Inn Marriott
Residence Inn Austin Downtown
300 East 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
512 472-5553
Homestead Studio Suites Austin - Downtown -Town Lake
507 S. First St.
Austin, TX 78704
512 476-1818
Extended StayAmerica Austin - Downtown - 6th St.
600 Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78701
512 457-9994
Hampton Inn and Suites - Downtown
200 San Jacinto Blvd
Austin, TX 78701
512 472-1500
Doubletree Guest Suites
303 W 15th St
Austin, TX 78701
512 478-7000
DVD Auditions
If you are unable to audition for the Summer Intensive Program in person, you may audition by DVD. The DVD should consist of a sampling of barre work and center practice including adagio, pirouettes, petite and grand allegro and pointe work. The length should be approximately 15 minutes. A full body photograph of you in dance attire, in any position, is also required along with the $35.00 application fee. All DVD auditions must be accompanied by the audition form below.
2012 DVD Audition Form
Financial Aid
A limited amount of financial aid is available to Junior Intensive students. After you have auditioned and been accepted, you may contact the Director of Schools Operations for information.
512.476.9051 ext. 126 or vicki.parsons@balletaustin.org |
