2026 Youth Dance Festival - entries now open
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The 2026 Youth Dance Festival theme has officially been released — THE METAVERSE — and entries are now open.
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This futuristic world of 3D avatars and virtual reality invites dancers to explore a parallel universe of social interaction and connection, and to imagine how this digital realm transforms the real world.
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Youth Dance Festival encourages a student-led approach to dance making, choreography, theatre and film making and provides a shared artistic experience and professional mentoring.
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Join the fun and sign your school up now! Entries close 12th June.
Keeping Kids Safe in Dance in the ACT
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We are working with the ACT Government to host a virtual forum on ‘Keeping Kids Safe in Dance in the ACT’ on Wednesday 17th June 2026 from 2pm to 3:30pm.
Minister Pettersson will attend the forum in his capacity as ACT Minister for Children, Youth and Families. Minister Pettersson is also the Minister for Business, Arts and Creative Industries and is keen to support this collaborative forum about child safety in dance.
The forum will include a short presentation on recent changes to ACT law about child abuse liability for organisations.
This forum will be chaired by Ausdance ACT President Natalie Pearse. Discussion will be facilitated by a panel of experts to answer questions.
Dance Artists in Schools Program - book your visit!
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We specialise in sourcing diverse dance experiences for your students to extend their practice and cultural knowledge.
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Let us do the work for you! Here is what is included:
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~ Teachers share their vast knowledge in dance, from technique to choreography and cultural awareness in the workshop or class format of your choice.
~ A wide range of genres is available including Cultural Dance (Afro/Indian Classical/Bollywood), Street Dance, Creative Dance, and more. If you have something specific in mind, just ask us!
~ We coordinate all booking, invoicing and travel requirements.
~ Provision of professional, qualified and experienced teaching practitioners.
~ WWVP checks.
~ Risk assessments.
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