Delivered by Dance City this brand new MA programme starts in October 2019. This 43 week programme is a practice based qualification which offers new and recent dance graduates the opportunity to develop their dance practice and technique, learn and develop choreography and perform their work.
Start date: 14 October 2019
Application Deadline: 13 April 2019
Audition Dates:
Newcastle – Saturday 26 January book your place https://www.dancecity.co.uk/class/102099/newcastle-audition-ma-advanced-dance-performance/
London – Saturday 16 February book your place https://www.dancecity.co.uk/class/102299/london-audition-ma-advanced-dance-performance/
How to Apply
The first stage of application is to attend an audition, after which successful candidates will be invited to make a formal application by 13 April 2019. Register to attend an audition in Newcastle or London above.
Cost: £9,500
About the MA Advanced Dance Performance
Delivered by Dance City this brand new MA programme starts in October 2019. This 43 week programme is a practice based qualification which offers new and recent dance graduates the opportunity to develop their dance practice and technique, learn and develop choreography and perform their work.
MA participants will be part of a touring company creating exciting new work, led by David Lloyd, a well-known and highly respected dance artist, choreographer, educator and producer. Daily technique classes as well as regular workshops will ensure the company is well prepared to perform extensively across the UK.
Why Choose the MA Advanced Dance Performance?
Increase your earning and employability potential.
Learn from leading sector professionals.
Access state of the art facilities at Dance City.
The course will be based at Dance City’s flagship venue in Newcastle and brand new studios at The Fire Station in Sunderland.
Who is it for?
New and recent dance graduates.
What will you study?
This is a 43 week course.
Dance Technique:
Advanced technical training in ballet and contemporary styles
Complementary techniques – pilates, fitness training, strength and conditioning
Dance Performance:
Rigorous and detailed study of selected repertoire works
Development and performance of 3 x newly commissioned works
Touring of created works
Professional Contexts:
Development and realisation of a choreographed work, delivery of teaching sessions or a cross-arts project (film, installation etc)
What Can I Expect to Develop?
Improved dance technique across a variety of styles
An advanced understanding of choreographic practice
An advanced understanding of how to work with choreographers
An advanced understanding of how to work as part of a team/ company
An advanced understanding of creative choreographic input within a company
A better understanding of the dance touring landscape and opportunities
The capability to reflect on learning and express this to another
Deeper understanding of current choreographic/dance trends
Ability to absorb different learning methodologies and embody them
About the Course Leader
David Lloyd graduated from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) in 2006 and immediately commenced a successful performing career. David moved to London in 2008, working with Luca Silvestrini, Gary Clarke, Mad Dogs, Neon, Barebones and Jasmin Vardimon over the next few years. Film and TV credits include BBC’s Atlantic series 1 playing the role of Nereus and Paramount Pictures World War Z.
David started Mischief Company in 2014 with Natascha Metherell, a director working with Terry Gilliam. Mischief Company has produced and toured a number of works and grown to a Company of 14. David has previously been Course Leader for JV2, Jasmin Vardimon Company’s Professional Development Diploma.
David says, “I want to build a course to nurture talented individuals to push them beyond their limits and create employable performers and dance artists ready for the tough industry ahead. I want to create a course that builds both individual qualities and also brings them into a professional company. Giving them a vast knowledge of skills, business minds and professional expectations to develop a new strong company to push boundaries in the dance sector.”
Where is it based?
Lectures and seminars will take place at Dance City’s Newcastle and Sunderland studios (pictured) where you will find excellent facilities in the dance studios and a state of the art theatre space. Independent learning space for practical work is allocated at Dance City in Newcastle and Sunderland for Masters level students to develop their projects and undertake practical self-study.
IT, library and Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) resources are accessible through the University of Sunderland.
You can also access a range of student support services, student accommodation and generous scholarships through the University of Sunderland.
The University Library subscribes to a comprehensive range of academic journals and databases so you can access reliable and up-to-date information.
The experienced Library team provide a high-quality service and are sensitive to the requirements and working methods of students. A dedicated Academic Liaison Librarian supports students and staff in the arts, design and performing arts disciplines.
Students are encouraged to develop their research skills, working with lecturers and library staff to cultivate their knowledge of contemporary and historical perspectives of performing arts, as well as the wider contexts of their subject.
The key resources for your course include:
Discover: The Library’s multi-disciplinary search tool
Art Full Text: A major resource for media and arts information
Dance in Video: Giving access to dance productions and documentaries in the 20th century
JSTOR (short for ‘Journal Storage’): Providing access to important journals across the humanities, social sciences and sciences
Lexis: A major resource of full-text newspaper articles and legal information
What are the Entry Requirements?
Undergraduate degree in dance and/or relevant professional performance experience.
How can this course be funded?
This course can be self-funded or student loans apply.
For an informal chat or to make a specific enquiry prior to attending audition, contact alex.anslow@dancecity.co.uk
Pictured: Robby Graham, Artistic Director of Southpaw Dance Company works in the Dance City Sunderland studio where the MA Advanced Dance Performance will be partly based.
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