Welcome to Essential Talent Entertainment Academy. We run classes catering for all ages & levels in the following classes - Jazz, Tap, Classical, Acrobatics, Funk / Hip Hop, Group & Private Singing, Pointe and Acting.
We have beginner to professional classes for all age groups, our classes are divided into the following age categories.
| Tinies | 3 – 5yrs |
|---|---|
| Junior Youth | 6 – 8yrs |
| Youth | 9 – 12yrs |
| Senior Youth | 13 – 17yrs |
| Adult | 18 & above |
All tutors have had a police check and are trained "Mandatory Notifiers" All are trained professionals who have had a career or are currently working Professionally in the entertainment industry.
Report cards are issued to every student at the mid year Demo Day rating each students performance in class as well as tutor comments.
At the end of term 4 parents are invited to make an appointment to meet with tutors, this is the perfect opportunity to ask all the questions you may have about your child's skills.
We operate an in house exam system to create incentives for students as well as ensure quality assurance, all students are encouraged to participate. Students completing the exam receive a certificate.
Although our studios have refrigerated air conditioners we have a 40 degree hot weather policy for all dance classes as it is just too hot for physical exercise.
Auditions are held twice a year for positions in the Performance Team. Students in the team must attend a jazz, tap, classical, singing and acting class each week as well as the Performance Class. The team work with Industry Professionals where they rehearse two shows a year which are promoted by the Entertainment Agency giving them the opportunity to perform professionally.
Essential Talent compete in both Candance for a Cure and the SA Stage Dancing Society competitions. Students are encouraged to participate as they create important performance development opportunities. We also offer CSTD and RAD examinations which are vital to students technique development, especially for those who show promise to become professional dancers.
SINGING LESSONS - Private singing lessons are available for students wishing to focus on singing skills. The lessons are 30 minutes in duration and are purchased by the term.
DANCE LESSONS - Private tap, classical & jazz lessons are also available. These lessons are offered to those with the intent of competing seriously in competitions and developing as dancers and performers.
ACTING LESSONS - Private acting lessons are also available. These lessons are 60 minutes in duration. They are ideal for anyone who is working toward a specific performance or audition who may like some outside guidance and feedback from one of our professional tutors.
We run a scholarship program rewarding students who show great dedication and discipline throughout the year. This presentation takes place at the end of year concert.
Five news letters a year are printed detailing auditions, jobs, workshops, and information relevant to students attending the school.
All students attending the Performance Academy receive representation by the Agency free of charge. The Essential Talent agency is often scanning classes for students suitable for work. This is an excellent pathway for students to enter the industry often working with seasoned performers who act as mentors.
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