Royal Swedish Ballet School
Artistic Director: Cecilia Selander Moss
Stockholm , SE
The Royal Swedish Ballet School is Sweden's only state-funded junior and upper secondary school offering integrated professional dance education. Located in Stockholm, it combines academic studies with elite vocational training in classical ballet and contemporary dance, preparing students for professional dance careers and higher dance education. The school has a performing arts heritage spanning more than 250 years.
History
Dance education linked to the Royal Swedish Ballet dates back to the 18th century. The school traces its heritage to the establishment of the Royal Swedish Ballet in 1773 by King Gustav III. Today it is operated by the City of Stockholm and is Sweden's premier professional ballet school.
Requirements
Admission by audition/aptitude test Primary level applicants are assessed for dance potential (no formal dance qualifications required). Upper Secondary applicants must demonstrate previous dance training and pass an entrance audition. International students may be required to demonstrate English proficiency depending on the programme.
Courses offered
Junior School Dance Programme Upper Secondary Programme – Classical Ballet Upper Secondary Programme – Contemporary Dance International Course Preparatory Dance Education Student Exchange Opportunities
Locations
Royal Swedish Ballet School (Kungliga Svenska Balettskolan) Söder Mälarstrand 39 , Stockholm , SE-118 25 , SE
Contact
Styles: character, classical, contemporary. Artistic director: Cecilia Selander Moss. Based in Stockholm . Listed among 895 dance organizations on Ballee.
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