Established in 1991 by Christine Walsh AM and Ricardo Ella. It has since gained an international reputation as a pre-professional ballet institution, known for its strong professional ballet training. The school is dedicated to preparing dancers for ballet companies worldwide.
The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet is not only a classical ballet school but also offers a comprehensive training programme. Their teacher training and assessment programme, as well as the half-day ballet/half-day academic and full-time programmes, have allowed students to achieve exemplary standards. The training programme is based on the Vaganova method, adapted to suit the needs of Australian and international students attending academic day schools.
The ACB's training programme is highly regarded, with nearly 400 teachers now teaching this programme in schools across Australia, United Kingdom, USA, Taiwan, India, Singapore, Japan, Thailand, Hong Kong, Macau, and the Philippines. The school enjoys recognition from the international dance community for its training in classical ballet.
In Melbourne, several academic schools collaborate with the ACB to allow students to undertake their academic studies on a half-day basis, devoting the other half of the day to ballet studies at the ACB's purpose-built ballet studios in Richmond. This unique arrangement allows students to receive a well-rounded education while pursuing their passion for ballet.
The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet's Professional and Specialised Coaching Programme offers students broad and intensive training, providing every opportunity to pursue professional goals in the dance industry. Students gain performing experience and audition opportunities throughout the programme. Individual progress is carefully monitored, and students receive regular assessments and reports.
The ACB uses the most up-to-date training techniques to focus on the specific requirements of the profession. This includes refining and perfecting classical and contemporary techniques, physical fitness, artistic performance quality, development of individual skills, resilience, professional attitude, and guidance for employment preparation.
Many graduates from the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet have gone on to join prestigious dance companies worldwide. Some of these companies include the Royal Ballet, Houston Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, Australian Ballet, Queensland Ballet, Royal New Zealand Ballet, Colorado Ballet, and many others in Europe.
For more information about the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet and Ballet Conservatoire, including their training programmes, productions, and contact details, please visit their website or contact them directly at their Richmond, VIC location.