Dance Traineeship
 

The dance traineeship aims to identify and develop young talents among dance enthusiasts.  The dance traineeship allows aspiring dancers interested in exploring a professional career in the dance form to train and perform alongside our company dancers.

 

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Performance Opportunities:

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• SCDT’s 10th Anniversary Core Production on 6 and 7 September 2024; 

• International arts festivals; and

• SCDT’s community outreach events include Chinese Dance Fiesta and  Under the BIG Tree.
   

 

Other Benefits:

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• Training Opportunities: Unlimited free company classes during your traineeship;

• Networking Opportunities: Meet professionals in the arts industry; and

• Job Opportunities: Trainee will be given a monthly allowance as well as a performance allowance.  Outstanding candidates will also get a chance to receive a one-year contract as Company dance apprentices, subject to availability.

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Pre-requisites:

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• 18 to 30 years old;

• Minimum Height: 1.6m (for females) and 1.7m (for males); and

• Minimum Criteria: Dance graduates (Singaporean/PR), current dance students of recognised local art institutes (e.g. Lasalle, NAFA or School of the Arts), or those with at least a Grade 12 Chinese Ethnic Folk Dance Graded Examination accreditation or equivalent.

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Requirements:

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• Traineeship period: January 2024 to March 2025;

• Training days: Saturday and Sunday (To attend a minimum of one scheduled dance training weekly);

• Training hours: Every Saturday, 1:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Every Sunday, 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm; and

• Additional attendance for dance training, rehearsals and performances as required.

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Audition:

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• Date: 7 January 2024 (Sunday);

• Time: 2 pm - 5 pm

• Location: 5 Sennett Road, Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan Cultural Academy,  Blk A, Singapore 466781

• Content: Attend company class (including barre work, centre work and technique routine), present at least 2 minutes of dance repertoire and dance improvisation.

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To Apply,

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Email to career@scdt.com.sg by 24 December 2023, Sunday, with the following information:

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• CV

• Headshot

• Contact details

• Video footage showcasing your dance technique and performance skills (max. 5 mins)

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Only shortlisted applicants will be notified to attend the audition via email by 2 February 2024.

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Enquiries:

 

Contact us at 6589 5901 or career@scdt.com.sg.

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