Dancers: S.F.C. Youth Performance Conference

Posted August 23rd, 2011 by gregnelson
Closing Date: 
Thu 15th Sep 2011
Opportunity Type: 
Event
Organisation: 
Mayibuye
State: 
Victoria
More Information Link: 
http://mayibuye.org.au/tours/47.html
Contact Person: 
To enquire about this opportunity please send an email to info@mayibuyesouthafrica.org.

 

Are you young and love to dance?

Do you believe dance can create positive change?
Then the "STAND CENTRE FRONT" - Young Performers Conference is for you!

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!!!

Mayibuye’s ‘Stand Centre Front: Young Performers Conference’ in partnership with Australian Youth Forum, is bringing together 70 young dancers from across Victoria to learn, be inspired and share their passion and experiences. Participants will hear from high profile performers, network with community leaders and learn new skills from industry professionals.

Students can choose Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced classes in Hip Hop, Bollywood, African, Meaningful Choreography, Latin and Commercial Jazz.

On day 1, students will discuss the issues facing their community and the role performing arts plays in development and on the second day the groups will brainstorm community benefit projects, these ideas will be presented at the end of conference showcase. The experiences and stories presented will also be collated into a report that will be used to advocate for the role of performance arts within society and specifically the development of youth.

The conference will end with a public showcase, where students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their passions and talents infront of friends and family.

Who can attend?
Students (aged 13 to 24) who participate in performing arts programs, groups, classes and/or outreach projects. 

Cost?
There is no cost involved in attending, you will be provided with all the materials needed as well as catering. We will also reimburse participants for their travel expenses if desired (Victoria residents).

Dates & Time: Saturday 24th September - 9am till 5pm
Sunday 25th September - 9am till 7:30pm
Conference Showcase begins Sunday at 5pm
Location: South Melbourne

Objectives

  • To provide opportunities for youth performers to rehearse and showcase their skills
  • To allow young dancers to network and learn from industry professionals
  • To advocate for the importance and value of performance arts in the lives of young people

 

 To apply please click the link below and fill in the application form:  

http://mayibuye.org.au/events/stand-centre-front-conference.html

 

 
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Opportunity Type: 
Event
Closing Date: 
Thu 15th Sep 2011
Organisation Name: 
Mayibuye
Organisation: 
Mayibuye
State: 
Victoria
More Information Link: 
http://mayibuye.org.au/tours/47.html
Contact Person: 
To enquire about this opportunity please send an email to info@mayibuyesouthafrica.org.
Opportunity Overview: 
An opportunity for youth aged 13-24 to perform in front of an audience, to show their dance skills and express themselves. Participants also get the opportunity to discuss and brainstorm about the positive impact of creative arts and how we can advocate the role of creative arts for youth development. Positions filling fast, apply ASAP.

 

Are you young and love to dance?

Do you believe dance can create positive change?
Then the "STAND CENTRE FRONT" - Young Performers Conference is for you!

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!!!

Mayibuye’s ‘Stand Centre Front: Young Performers Conference’ in partnership with Australian Youth Forum, is bringing together 70 young dancers from across Victoria to learn, be inspired and share their passion and experiences. Participants will hear from high profile performers, network with community leaders and learn new skills from industry professionals.

Students can choose Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced classes in Hip Hop, Bollywood, African, Meaningful Choreography, Latin and Commercial Jazz.

On day 1, students will discuss the issues facing their community and the role performing arts plays in development and on the second day the groups will brainstorm community benefit projects, these ideas will be presented at the end of conference showcase. The experiences and stories presented will also be collated into a report that will be used to advocate for the role of performance arts within society and specifically the development of youth.

The conference will end with a public showcase, where students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their passions and talents infront of friends and family.

Who can attend?
Students (aged 13 to 24) who participate in performing arts programs, groups, classes and/or outreach projects. 

Cost?
There is no cost involved in attending, you will be provided with all the materials needed as well as catering. We will also reimburse participants for their travel expenses if desired (Victoria residents).

Dates & Time: Saturday 24th September - 9am till 5pm
Sunday 25th September - 9am till 7:30pm
Conference Showcase begins Sunday at 5pm
Location: South Melbourne

Objectives

  • To provide opportunities for youth performers to rehearse and showcase their skills
  • To allow young dancers to network and learn from industry professionals
  • To advocate for the importance and value of performance arts in the lives of young people

 

 To apply please click the link below and fill in the application form:  

http://mayibuye.org.au/events/stand-centre-front-conference.html

 

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Are you young and love to dance?

Do you believe dance can create positive change?
Then the "STAND CENTRE FRONT" - Young Performers Conference is for you!

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!!!

Mayibuye’s ‘Stand Centre Front: Young Performers Conference’ in partnership with Australian Youth Forum, is bringing together 70 young dancers from across Victoria to learn, be inspired and share their passion and experiences. Participants will hear from high profile performers, network with community leaders and learn new skills from industry professionals.

Students can choose Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced classes in Hip Hop, Bollywood, African, Meaningful Choreography, Latin and Commercial Jazz.

On day 1, students will discuss the issues facing their community and the role performing arts plays in development and on the second day the groups will brainstorm community benefit projects, these ideas will be presented at the end of conference showcase. The experiences and stories presented will also be collated into a report that will be used to advocate for the role of performance arts within society and specifically the development of youth.

The conference will end with a public showcase, where students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their passions and talents infront of friends and family.

Who can attend?
Students (aged 13 to 24) who participate in performing arts programs, groups, classes and/or outreach projects. 

Cost?
There is no cost involved in attending, you will be provided with all the materials needed as well as catering. We will also reimburse participants for their travel expenses if desired (Victoria residents).

Dates & Time: Saturday 24th September - 9am till 5pm
Sunday 25th September - 9am till 7:30pm
Conference Showcase begins Sunday at 5pm
Location: South Melbourne

Objectives

  • To provide opportunities for youth performers to rehearse and showcase their skills
  • To allow young dancers to network and learn from industry professionals
  • To advocate for the importance and value of performance arts in the lives of young people

 

 To apply please click the link below and fill in the application form:  

http://mayibuye.org.au/events/stand-centre-front-conference.html

 

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Thu 15th Sep 2011
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Mayibuye
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More Information Link: 
http://mayibuye.org.au/tours/47.html
Contact Person: 
To enquire about this opportunity please send an email to info@mayibuyesouthafrica.org.
Opportunity Overview: 
An opportunity for youth aged 13-24 to perform in front of an audience, to show their dance skills and express themselves. Participants also get the opportunity to discuss and brainstorm about the positive impact of creative arts and how we can advocate the role of creative arts for youth development. Positions filling fast, apply ASAP.

 

Are you young and love to dance?

Do you believe dance can create positive change?
Then the "STAND CENTRE FRONT" - Young Performers Conference is for you!

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!!!

Mayibuye’s ‘Stand Centre Front: Young Performers Conference’ in partnership with Australian Youth Forum, is bringing together 70 young dancers from across Victoria to learn, be inspired and share their passion and experiences. Participants will hear from high profile performers, network with community leaders and learn new skills from industry professionals.

Students can choose Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced classes in Hip Hop, Bollywood, African, Meaningful Choreography, Latin and Commercial Jazz.

On day 1, students will discuss the issues facing their community and the role performing arts plays in development and on the second day the groups will brainstorm community benefit projects, these ideas will be presented at the end of conference showcase. The experiences and stories presented will also be collated into a report that will be used to advocate for the role of performance arts within society and specifically the development of youth.

The conference will end with a public showcase, where students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their passions and talents infront of friends and family.

Who can attend?
Students (aged 13 to 24) who participate in performing arts programs, groups, classes and/or outreach projects. 

Cost?
There is no cost involved in attending, you will be provided with all the materials needed as well as catering. We will also reimburse participants for their travel expenses if desired (Victoria residents).

Dates & Time: Saturday 24th September - 9am till 5pm
Sunday 25th September - 9am till 7:30pm
Conference Showcase begins Sunday at 5pm
Location: South Melbourne

Objectives

  • To provide opportunities for youth performers to rehearse and showcase their skills
  • To allow young dancers to network and learn from industry professionals
  • To advocate for the importance and value of performance arts in the lives of young people

 

 To apply please click the link below and fill in the application form:  

http://mayibuye.org.au/events/stand-centre-front-conference.html

 

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