GradPro 2026
GradPro is a unique performance opportunity for Vocational Dance Graduates who have already completed three years of vocational training and those due to graduate in 2026. We are holding six regional events culminating in an International showcase in Birmingham, date to be confirmed.
Enter a Regional Performance
• Take part as a solo artist in a classical ballet class taught by esteemed faculty.
• Perform a piece choreographed by yourself or someone of your choice, in front of an invited panel.
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• Your choreographed Solo pieces should be a max of 2 mins.
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• If selected you will be invited to take part in the International Showcase.
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• Regional Choreographic Award.
Sunday 15th February – Dance Base, Edinburgh, Scotland
Monday 16th February – Northern Ballet Theatre, Leeds
Wednesday 18th February – Elmhurst Ballet School, Birmingham
Saturday 21st February - Tanz Academie, Zurich, Switzerland
Sunday 1st March – NEW for 2026: USA Regional: New York, USA
Sunday 8th March - Aud Jebsen Studio Theatre, London
Regional Performance Opportunity Dates 2026
International Showcase Performance:
Sunday 24th May 2026
Elmhurst Studio Theatre, Birmingham
• Prior to the International Showcase, the finalists will be able to choose a set repertoire piece. This piece and their choreographed piece will be coached one-to-one by one of our Artistic Mentors.
• Rehearsals, culminating in an evening performance.
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• The performance will include your two set pieces on stage in front of an invited audience, which includes Company Directors.
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• Monetary awards may be given at our discretion. Placements with leading companies and potential apprenticeships may also be awarded.