Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala Senior

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The 2024 Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala
Senior Ballet Scholarships
July 21st | Sydney Opera House


We celebrate these students, teachers and studios in our September 2024 issue. Email us admin@dancetrain.com.au for your complimentary digital issue.


The 2024 Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala, held at the illustrious Sydney Opera House, was a celebration of grace, skill, and unwavering dedication as 16 young dancers from across Australia and New Zealand competed for prestigious scholarships. This event not only highlighted the burgeoning talent in the ballet world but also underscored the transformative power of artistry and resilience on stage.


Senior Triumphs and Insights
Among the standout performances, Georgia Lorange from Tamborine Mountain Dance Academy, QLD emerged victorious in the Senior category. Her emotive rendition earned her not only the coveted Senior Ballet Scholarship but also acclaim for her dedication and familial support, as she expressed, “Honestly, it feels so incredible to have won tonight. My parents have invested so much time and money into supporting me, so this win means a lot to both me and them.”


Adjudicators
Leanne Benjamin
Artistic Director, QLD Ballet
Stanta Welch AM
Artistic Director, Houston Ballet
Christian Tàtchev
Director, QLD Ballet Academy
Slava Tutukin
Internationally recognised Independent Director and Producer
Lynette Wills
Head of Training and Learning, The Australian Ballet School


SENIOR RESULTS
FIRST
Georgia Lorange from Tamborine Mountain Dance Academy, QLD
SECOND
Tahlia Szumowski from Promenade Dance Studio, QLD


FINALISTS: Senior 16-19 years
Lila McGrath from Classical Coaching Australia, QLD
Freya Wild from Alegria Dance Studios and L’Academie, NSW
Pelagia Karakontis from The Dance Spot, NSW
Charlie Carberry from Dance North Academy, NSW
Ernesto Young from Alegria Dance Studios, NSW
Nicholas Chan from Tanya Pearson Academy, NSW