Central School Ballet

Central School of Ballet. Year 1, 2, and 3 degree course students.

Courses
Foundation Degree in Professional Dance and Performance
BA (Hons) Top-up Degree in Professional Dance and Performance

Description
Central's Professional Dance and Performance degrees prepare students for successful, sustainable careers as performers. The Foundation degree course offers full-time vocational training to talented dancers aged 16 plus. Upon successful completion, students then have the option to progress into the BA(Hons) Top-Up degree, providing performance experience through Central's graduate touring company, Ballet Central. With small class sizes and close teacher-student working relationships, Central ensures that each dancer receives tailored guidance to grow artistically and professionally. Central's close-knit, international student body, with a team of supportive and knowledgeable staff, creates a welcoming environment in the heart of London.

Main Subjects
Ballet, pas de deux, contemporary, jazz, choreography

Contact Hours
30-36 hours per week

Teachers
Kate Coyne
Yolandi Moreira

Auditions Date
Pre-liminary auditions in London: 11 December 2026, 31 January 2027, 1 February 2027
Round 1 video audition deadline: 31 December 2026
Round 2 video audition deadline: 19 February 2027
Final auditions in London: 19 March 2027, 21 March 2027
Final online interview date (for those who submitted a video audition) 4 March 2027

Graduate Placements
Northern Ballet, English National Ballet,
Scottish Ballet, New Adventures, Rambert