I am 13 years old and have been taking for 4 years I found that I progress fast but I think that has to do with the fact that ballet means more than anything in the world to me,my mom was thinking about sending me to a summer camp to see if I still wanna work that hard to have my dream come true.Do you think that if I go to one of these summer programs then mabey to a better dance school that I would have a chance of going pro.
2006-12-22 15:13:36 · 6 answers · asked by chandler 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Dancing
Yes, the chances for women to become professional ballet dancers are slim, but if you DON'T attend any summer programs or train at the best dance school you can, then your chances would be even worse.
Pick up the December and January issues of Dance Magazine and scan all the ads for when summer intensive programs will be auditioning in your area. (You may have to drive some distance away to catch them.) Auditions start right after the new year and can continue through March for many programs, but you have to catch the one time they might come to your area.
Next, become a member (it's free, easy and secure) of the Ballet Talk for Dancers message board:
http://dancers.invisionzone.com/index.php?
They have reviews of all the ballet summer intensives, a Young Dancers forum, and many ways to ask various questions and get expert advice from current ballet teachers and dancers. Your mom should join, too, as there are forums for parents.
You will need this source of information, as trying to decide which program you should attend is really challenging - especially when many programs insist on getting a deposit (if you're accepted) before you've completed all your auditions. If you've never been to an audition, I'm sure you'll also want to read up on what to expect, as well. Later, Ballet Talk can help you find a better dance school.
2006-12-23 18:48:00 · answer #1 · answered by Janine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a very competitive business, let me tell you that. Whether you have danced since you were 2 or 10 doesn't make a difference. What matters is your talent, your appearance, and the people you know. But, I can say, that it will be harder for you to learn and catch up, but it does not make the chances slimmer, necessarily. If you want to go pro, take all the chances you can get to practice and perform. Get yourself known. Go to a dance school, take summer intensive classes, practice, practice, and practice some more. Try your hardest and good luck with your dream.
2006-12-22 16:13:52 · answer #2 · answered by Norah 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You surely sound like you have the right attitude. By all means, start going to summer intensives - every major dance comany and dance school in the country and right after Christmas is the time for auditions. They are expensive. >$3000 for a 5-6 week course is usual. There are cheaper and shorter school however. As far as dance as a career..well, that goal is admirable, but the dance world (especially for women) is ferociously competitive and you will have to have a tremendous amount of talent to go with your strong desire if you expect to make it. If you have the talent, I assure you that someone will let you know and guide you accordingly. So definitely, try a summer program and enjoy
2006-12-23 02:19:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends but its not impossible most ballet dancers start young, but i know a few ballet dancers that have started recently that are just as good as anyone of the dancers that have been dancing for years. It just means that you have to start a little behind, at around 13-14 most ballet dancers are starting point but that is only because they have been dancing for years and there ankles, feet, legs, and core are finally strong enough to start point (point is the thing that wrecks your feet) If you truly want to be a dancer then you should go for it ask your parents to sign you up right away at a local dance studio you will have to be fully committed and try your hardest but it is tons of fun! Good luck
2016-05-22 21:35:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you really want to become a ballet dancer dont give up. try ur best to get there. it just takes alot of practice. i started djing when i was 12. im 19 right now. i thought i sucked but it took practice and practice and now im doing big shows. djing at klubbs. ect so yeah dont give up
2006-12-22 15:18:18 · answer #5 · answered by WiLLiAm D 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Accept any opportunities you can get to practice and perform. Take and enjoy as many classes as you can!!
2006-12-22 20:29:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋