George Brown Polytechnic

Commercial Dance

George Brown Polytechnic

Faculty:School of Media and Performing Arts
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Dance, General
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $7,889
International: $29,101
Careers:Dancers

Description:

Do you dream about dancing in a hit music video or movie musical? How about joining a dance crew as part of a pop star’s live tour, or dancing with a team during half-time at a major sporting event? Our intensive one-year Commercial Dance program will give you the performance skills and marketability you need to work in the exciting field of commercial dance.

You’ll train in jazz, hip hop, and ballet, combined with in-depth acting, vocals, and chorus repertoire. You’ll also learn about the business side of commercial dance and gain skills in career management and personal marketing.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Applicants must have

    • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent* with completion of Grade 12 English (C or U)
    • Application Form

    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Auditions

    A minimum of five years of training in Jazz Dance; training in additional dance forms is an asset. Students are selected based on auditions and interviews.


    * Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

    Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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