Dance Performance Preparation Program (P101)

Program Description

Program Overview

George Brown’s Dance Performance Preparation program is an exciting one-year certificate that sets the stage for a fulfilling future in dance. Our program will help elevate your technical and performance prowess, whether you want to continue studying dance, or launch a career in the dance industry.

This program is offered in partnership with Ballet Jörgen.

Full Description

In just one action-packed year, we'll turn your passion for dancing into the foundation for a thrilling career in the professional dance world. The Dance Performance Preparation program provides a holistic training experience that covers classical ballet, modern dance, and jazz, all backed by studies in vocal and acting to boost your versatility and job prospects.

Student Selection

To qualify for this program, you’ll need to have dance training at the elementary classical ballet level, along with experience in other dance forms. You’ll then have to pass an audition in ballet and jazz, plus an interview to ensure the perfect fit.

To learn more about the audition process, visit the Dance Auditions page.

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Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

Our graduates have a solid foundation for continued study. Graduates use their singular or combined skills and discipline in dance, voice and acting to pursue further professional training at George Brown Dance or gain entrance to other respected programs around the country and abroad.

Educational Pathways

The Dance Performance Preparation program (P101) strengthens your dance technique and can be a valuable start prior to going on to further training. Graduates of P101 can audition for Dance Performance (P105) and Commercial Dance (P106) and if successful, may be eligible for some credit toward this future study.

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.

From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.

Latest Alumni Stories

When I got into Dance Performance Preparation program I decided to take the opportunity to get back into dance and it really boosted my confidence. I think it made me into more of a mature dancer because now I can really understand my body and what I have to do to reach my goals.”

Read more about Katie’s story.

Katie Couchie
Ontario College Certificate

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