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ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

The Australian Ballet is Australia’s flagship ballet company and one of the world’s leading ballet companies. Founded in 1962 and comprising 80 dancers, its diverse repertoire is built on the tradition of classical ballet and the best of contemporary ballet. Based in Melbourne, the company delivers over 240 performances annually in Australia and on regular international tours and has established a national and international reputation for outstanding performance excellence through its vision of “caring for tradition and daring to be different”.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
With the retirement of David McAllister AM in December 2020, the Board of The Australian Ballet is now seeking to appoint an inspirational, internationally- recognised person with outstanding artistic and leadership qualities to serve as Artistic Director and to guide the company’s continued growth and success.
The ideal candidate is a confident, articulate and empathetic leader who can deliver a bold, innovative and compelling artistic vision to advance the company and its dancers consistent with the company’s mission and goals.
The person will be able to demonstrate an affinity for Australian culture, identify and nurture talent, have a keen results focus and excellent stakeholder management skills.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a range of skills and attributes which include the ability to:
– Be the public face of The Australian Ballet and uphold the artistic reputation and standards of the company
– Leverage strong international contacts to secure premium productions and artistic talent
– Select, engage and develop outstanding dance and artistic talent
– Attract both new and loyal audiences to the art form
– Work in close partnership with the Executive Director to deliver exceptional programs and financial sustainability
– Collaborate with The Australian Ballet School to ensure a pipeline of future talent
The Artistic Director role will be based in Melbourne and will regularly spend significant time in Sydney and other national and international touring locations. For further information visit www.australianballet.com.au
Confidential enquiries should be directed to Egon Zehnder on +61 3 9678 9600 or email: mel.search@egonzehnder.com
Interested candidates are invited to submit a covering letter and a detailed resume via the above email address on or before 25 October 2019.
Contact:
p) 03 9678 9600
w) www.australianballet.com.au
e) mel.search@egonzehnder.com
Elance Adult Ballet School - Teacher Position
Elancé Adult Ballet School seeks a mature and passionate teacher to join our staff. Applicants must be willing to work at both the Flemington and East Hawthorn studio. Teaching adults is remarkably different to teaching children. The ideal teacher is able to create a friendly and enjoyable class atmosphere whilst upholding the professional standards appropriate to the art form. Elancé conducts a broad range of classes, from students who have not previously studied ballet to experienced dancers. The successful applicant must be comfortable teaching open classes at all levels. To apply please contact Dianne Harrison, Principal, via email.
State: Victoria
Contact:
w) www.adultballet.com.au
e) dianne@adultballet.com.au
Acrobatics teacher
Styles: Acrobatics
Description:Magenta’s School of Dance is looking for a qualified acrobatics teacher to teach children from ages 4 and up on Saturday mornings, with the potential of week nights. This role will be expected to teach new tricks and skill to students. All applicants must have a warm and friendly nature while still managing discipline and control. Checklist • Must have previous experience working with children • Must have working with children’s check • Must be a qualified acrobatics instructor • Must be punctual • Must be patient and good with children of all ages
Location: Werribee
State: Victoria
Contact:
e) magenta_raine@hotmail.com
Contemporary Teacher
Styles: Contemporary
Description:Ranges Academy of Performing Arts requires a passionate dance teacher for children ages 7+ Must be aligned with non-competitive dance practices & teaching. Must be committed to encouraging youth into dance.
Location: "The Hills" Dandenong Ranges
State: Victoria
Contact:
e) rangesacademy@gmail.com
Female & Male Ballet Dancers Required
Styles: Ballet
Description:Female & male classical ballet dancer required (teenager-young adult) for syllabus filming. This is a paid job. Must have very strong ballet technique including pointe work (female), beautiful classical presentation and be able to read exam syllabus. The successful applicant will need to be available for a full day of filming on 2/7/19. Interested parties please email statedanceassociation@gmail.com
Location: Hallam
State: Victoria
Contact:
e) statedanceassociation@gmail.com
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