2027 Associate Program Auditions
Thomas Dixon Centre

#Associate Program (Levels 6 to 4)
The Associate Program (Levels 6 to 4) is designed to supplement the training young dancers receive through engagement with community dance institutions. Students can maintain connection to their local dance studio, continue with syllabus-aligned training, and participate in external dance events.
Students in this training program will also be able to register to attend the Associate Program+ (Levels 6 to 4) week-long intensives per school term, subject to class availability.
Cost: $75
Applications Open: 15 May 2026
Applications Close: 27 August 2026
Video Audition Deadline: 27 August 2026
Brisbane Audition: 30 August 2026, Thomas Dixon Centre, 406 Montague Road, West End QLD 4101
Audition Requirements: Current Headshot, Full-Length Image (please see FAQ section for examples), and Registration Details (registrant and parent/carer if under 18 years of age).
Eligibility: Registrants must be a minimum 12 years old and a maximum 15 years old.
Please ensure you have read the registration and participation Terms and Conditions before applying to audition.
#Associate Program (Levels 9 to 7)
The Associate Program (Levels 9 to 7) is a nurturing introduction to ballet, focused on developing coordination, musicality, and a love of movement. This is the first point of entry into the Academy’s professional training pathway for children.
Students specifically enrolled in Associate Program Level 7 will also be able to register to attend the Associate Program+ (Level 7) week-long intensives per school term, subject to class availability.
Cost: $75
Applications Open: 15 May 2026
Applications Close: 27 August 2026
Brisbane Selection Session: 29 August 2026, Thomas Dixon Centre, 406 Montague Road, West End QLD 4101
Schedule: Selection session class times will be confirmed via email the week prior to the event.
Eligibility: Attendees may be enrolled at any school within the Brisbane metropolitan area, and be a minimum 6 years old and maximum 12 years old.
Attire: Fitted, comfortable clothing or dance / active wear and ballet flats. As registrants will be partaking in various movement exercises, please no costumes, tutus, tiaras, or other clothing items / hair accessories that may inhibit their range of motion. Registrants will need to arrive dressed in their dance attire with warm-up gear or street clothing over the top.
Please ensure you have read the registration and attendance Terms and Conditions prior to submitting an application.



