BALLET NIGHTS is offering the OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME to a talented young Malaysian based dancer to be BALLET NIGHTS MALAYSIA'S YOUNG AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR.
The chosen Young Ambassador will perform onstage at the prestigious MERDEKA HALL WORLD TRADE CENTER, FEBRUARY 22ND & 23RD as part of BALLET NIGHTS KUALA LUMPUR. the selected ambassador may also receive and extraordinary opportunity to PERFORM IN LONDON, giving them a truly global experience.
This is the opportunity of the lifetime for you to showcase your talent on an international stage, sharing the spotlight with WORLD-CLASS ARTISTS.
Ballet Nights Young Ambassador Malaysia in collaboration with
Audition Day Requirements
Registration: 9-10am
Classical technique classes will begin at 10am, depending on the number of applicants the class may be split into multiple groups.
Round 1
• Warm-Up: All participants should arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time to warm up and receive their number. Depending on the number of applicants the technique class may be divided into multiple groups.
• Technique Class: Participants will take a classical ballet class to assess technical skill level, musicality, and artistry. After which candidates will be chosen to pass through to the next round.
Round 2
• Classical Variation: Participants are requested to prepare a short classical variation, they will receive feedback and the dancers ability to take and implement correction will be observed. (Music must be prepared in advance either on a USB or as a download on the dancers phone)
• Choreography: Short choreography will be taught. Observing the dancers ability to pick up new material, adaptability, and movement quality.
Round 3
• Interview: A brief interview to discuss aspirations, background, and enthusiasm for the role.
• Program Representation: Agreement to represent Ballet Nights in Malaysia, adhering to guidelines on conduct, participation in media events, and acting as a role model for other young dancers.
Attire: please dress in a neat and professional attire. Ladies in pink tights and leotard. Gentlemen in fitted t-shirt and tights or unitard.
Ladies please bring along your pointe shoes.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Dancers must be between 13-20 years old.
2. Must be currently living in and attending full time ballet program in Malaysia.
3. Minimum of 3 years in ballet or classical dance training.
4. Ballet Nights Young Ambassador Malaysia must be available to perform February 22nd & 23rd for Ballet Nights Malaysia debut shows at the Merdeka Hall World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur, as well as rehearsals, coaching, and promotional events (you will be given prior notice) leading up to the Ballet Nights performances. This includes but is not limited to a press conference where we will announce the Young Ambassador on Monday December 2nd which will be held at the Merdeka Hall.
*Registration closing date is 21st November 2024
Jury
Maria Sascha Khan
Ballet Nights Director of Artistic Development & International Ballerina.
Maria Sascha Khan, Ballet Nights Director of Artistic Development SE Asia, will be heading the search for Ballet Nights Young Ambassador! An internationally acclaimed dancer and respected leader in the arts she brings extensive expertise to the selection process. Maria Sascha began her pre-professional ballet journey at prestigious institutions such as the Kirov Academy of Ballet, under the tutelage of Luidmila Morkovina, the Royal Ballet in London, Joffrey Ballet, American Ballet Theatre and on full scholarship at the Académie de Danse Classique de Princesse Grace, Monte Carlo under the personal mentorship of it’s director Marika Besobrasova, coach to Nureyev and Fonteyn.
Holding a a Masters Degree from Central Saint Martins London, her distinguished career includes internationally renowned companies such as the Staatsballett Berlin, Bayerisches Staatsballett, English National Ballet and Principal Dancer of the Ekaterinburg State Ballet.
Maria Sascha’s lifelong connection to Malaysia, her work in artistic direction, mentoring, and creating platforms for emerging talent highlights her deep commitment to cultivating excellence and nurturing the next generation of dancers in Malaysia and beyond. Our Young Ambassador will embody Ballet Nights' mission to celebrate dance and cultural exchange on a global stage, a dancer who possesses the skill and passion to captivate audiences in Malaysia and beyond! We can’t wait to see you all shine in the studio!