Perform

Late November/ Early December, members perform a showcase of work. Family and friends are invited to see each dancer’s progress and artistry in a supportive setting. Performance Membership is only open only to current studio members who wish to join the annual show.
  • New pieces made for adult dancers
  • Group ballets for different levels
  • Classical & neoclassical choreography
  • Selected solos, duets, and small-group pieces
  • A closing ensemble with dancers from the whole studio
Every piece is designed to challenge and support dancers of every level. To keep the experience positive, members must attend classes and rehearsals regularly so choreography can be developed and the ensemble can succeed.

The performance membership covers the cost of the venue hire, light, sound - technical staff, studio hire for rehearsals and all associated costs to stage the performance which are separate from regular dance classes.

Performance Membership FAQ

  • It is an opportunity for our students to showcase their hard work over the year. It is for all levels. There is one class a week for 10 weeks to learn a routine, organise costumes, and then perform it on stage.

  • Yes. But once you commit to performing, we expect you to take that commitment seriously.

    The concert involves a lot of planning, choreography, rehearsal time and coordination. Please only sign up if you are genuinely prepared to attend rehearsals, learn the choreography and follow the requirements.

    If you are unsure whether you can commit, please don’t sign up yet. You don't have to enrol in the Performance Membership.

    You are very welcome to continue attending classes and supporting the concert as an audience member.

    We would much rather have someone honestly decide not to participate than sign up, miss rehearsals and leave the rest of the group scrambling.

  • Yes.

    Rehearsals are not optional catch-ups. Every dancer is part of a group, and missing rehearsals affects everyone else.

    You are expected to attend the scheduled rehearsals and arrive on time. If you have a genuine unavoidable conflict, communicate with your teacher as early as possible.

  • If you repeatedly miss rehearsals, arrive late, or are unable to keep up with the choreography, the studio may need to remove you from the performance.

    This is not a punishment. It is necessary to protect the quality of the performance and the experience of the dancers who have made the effort to attend. You will not be refunded.

    If you miss up to two classes, a private lesson is recommended to catch up, subject to teacher availability. Rehearsals will have video recordings.

    If you miss too many classes it may not be possible for you to perform.

  • No. You are expected to practise independently, but home practice does not replace rehearsal attendance. Group spacing, formations, transitions, timing and corrections need to be rehearsed together. Your absence impacts the other dancers.

    The concert should be fun — but it is also a commitment.

    We don't expect professional dancers. We do expect adults to take responsibility for the commitment they make.

    If you sign up, please show up, prepare and follow through.

  • No. This is an adult student concert. We try our best to ensure that the quality of the production is high. Please see last years production to get an idea of what to expect.

  • You MUST be at the full dress & technical rehearsal.

    It is important to have the opportunity to get familiar with the space and work out positioning.

    The concert info pack that performers receive will detail the schedule.

  • 2026 Fees

    Production levy $100 due Aug 1 2026

    Rehearsal Fee 1 $45 due 30 September 2026

    Rehearsal Fee 2 $45 due 30 October 2026

    Enrolment is not confirmed until the Production Levy has been paid. Failure to pay any fee by its due date may result in withdrawal from the performance.

    The Production Levy contributes to the costs of staging the production, including:

    • venue hire at Cube 37 for the dress rehearsal and performance;

    • technical staff, including sound, lighting, projection, stage management and production personnel;

    • equipment hire, including lighting, audio, staging and technical equipment;

    • additional rehearsal venue hire; and

    • administration, coordination and operational costs of the production. No refunds or credits will be provided for missed rehearsals, classes or performances, partial participation, illness, injury, holidays, travel, work commitments, timetable conflicts, changes in personal circumstances, or other circumstances affecting attendance.ce commitments, including choreography, rehearsals, venue arrangements, staffing, costumes, professional services and other production costs. Withdrawal does not entitle the participant to a refund or release them from future financial obligations that they have agreed to in the membership contract. All fees that have been paid are non-refundable, including the Production Levy and Rehearsal Fees. Where a participant withdraws, Ballet Éternel will retain amounts paid and will require payment of any outstanding amounts that have already become due, including costs or commitments incurred on the participant's behalf. This may include, without limitation, costume orders, venue costs, production expenses, professional services and other non-recoverable costs.

    A Membership is personal to the enrolled participant and cannot be transferred to another dancer.

  • 2026 Fees

    Production levy $100 due Aug 1 2026

    Rehearsal Fee 1 $45 due 30 September 2026

    Rehearsal Fee 2 $45 due 30 October 2026

    Enrolment is not confirmed until the Production Levy has been paid. Failure to pay any fee by its due date may result in withdrawal from the performance.

    The Production Levy contributes to the costs of staging the production, including:

    • venue hire at Cube 37 for the dress rehearsal and performance;

    • technical staff, including sound, lighting, projection, stage management and production personnel;

    • equipment hire, including lighting, audio, staging and technical equipment;

    • additional rehearsal venue hire; and

    • administration, coordination and operational costs of the production. No refunds or credits will be provided for missed rehearsals, classes or performances, partial participation, illness, injury, holidays, travel, work commitments, timetable conflicts, changes in personal circumstances, or other circumstances affecting attendance.

  • Costumes are not included in the Performance Membership fee. Each participant must purchase or provide the required costume items. Costumes must not be altered without Ballet Éternel's prior approval.

    Required costume (all dancers): for 2026

    • long black chiffon wrap skirt (midi to calf length);

    • black sleeved leotard;

    • pink ballet tights;

    • clean pink ballet shoes; and

    • hair styled in a low bun or soft updo.

    Solo and pas de deux performers may either perform in the group costume or provide an alternative costume at their own expense, subject to Ballet Éternel's approval.

    Other additional costs include professional photographs and performance video

  • Ballet Éternel retains responsibility for all choreography, casting, formations, staging and creative decisions. These decisions are made according to the requirements of the production.

    Participants who wish to perform a solo must apply to Ballet Éternel. If the application is approved, the participant must attend three (3) 30-minute private lessons to prepare the solo, at $70 per lesson ($210 in total). Private lesson fees are not included in the Performance Membership fee. Solo places are limited and approval is at Ballet Éternel's discretion.

    Pas de deux opportunities may be offered at Ballet Éternel's discretion. They require separate approval and may require additional private coaching and associated fees. Placement is not guaranteed.

    Purchasing a Ballet Éternel Performance Membership does not guarantee:

    • a solo or pas de deux;

    • featured choreography;

    • a particular formation, position on stage or role within a routine;

    • a particular amount of stage time; or

    • a particular costume.

    All creative and production decisions remain with Ballet Éternel.

  • I have an unlimited membership. Is the performance and rehearsals covered?

  • It happens. Keep moving and follow the group.

    The expectation is not perfection. The expectation is that you have prepared sufficiently to perform the choreography you have been taught.

  • Very simply:

    • Commit before signing up.

    • Attend rehearsals.

    • Arrive on time.

    • Practise between rehearsals.

    • Learn your choreography.

    • Follow costume and performance instructions.

    • Communicate early if there is a genuine problem.

    • Respect your fellow dancers' time.

  • Possibly, depending on the programme and rehearsal schedule.

    However, signing up for multiple pieces means accepting the additional rehearsal and preparation commitment. Please don't sign up for multiple dances and then struggle to attend the rehearsals.