| YOUTH PROGRAM | | ASSOCIATE COMPANY |
Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary dance with Contemporary Concepts Australia’s first Associate Company in partnership with Dance Conservatory Australia.
ABOUT
Contemporary Concepts Associate Company is the first contemporary youth company of its kind on the Gold Coast, designed for dancers ready to take their artistry to the next level. With two ensembles — the Junior Associate Company (ages 9–11) and the Senior Associate Company (ages 12–18) — dancers will experience bespoke original choreography, rehearsals in state-of-the-art studios, professional promotional content, and the opportunity to perform in two live productions.
In proud partnership with Dance Conservatory Australia, the region’s leading force for professional training, creative innovation, and industry connections. Their expertise and guidance empower every dancer to be challenged, inspired, and fully immersed in a professional artistic environment.
Together, we are breaking down the walls of contemporary dance, offering young artists the chance to lean into their craft, collaborate with like-minded dancers, and be part of the next generation of contemporary dance.
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Technical development in contemporary dance and allied movement styles
Artistic growth: improvisation, choreography, exploring your own voice as a dancer
Performance experience - from rehearsals to public showings
Collaboration with industry-standard teaching, accompaniment, and environment
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Suitable for dancers aged 9-18 years with intermediate to advanced training. Auditions required.
Junior Associate Company: 9-11 years
Senior Associate Company: 12-18 yearsParticipants commit to the full 3-month season. Spaces are limited to ensure quality coaching and sufficient attention to each dancer.
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2026 Dates & Times
Season 1: 8 Sundays, 18 January – 29 March 2026
Season 2: Invitation only. Additional information to be released December, 2025.
Junior Company (ages 9–11): Sundays 9:00am – 12:00pm
Senior Company (ages 12–18): Sundays 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Program Fees
Junior: 3 × $400 instalments
Senior: 3 × $500 instalments
Additional Costume/Admin Fee: $400
What’s Included
Company T-shirt
12 rehearsal sessions + contemporary training
Professional company headshot
Technical rehearsal
Two live performances
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Please complete the application form linked here, including a 1–2 minute video of the dancer performing either a contemporary solo or a contemporary improvisation.
While video audition is the preferred method, opportunities for live auditions will be offered at select times throughout the year. Please see our social media channels for updates.
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If you have any questions please contact Kelsey Walton, CCA Creative Director via email:
contemporaryconceptsaustralia@gmail.com
KELSEY WALTON
CREATIVE DIRECTOR | CONTEMPORARY CONCEPTS AUSTRALIA
Kelsey Walton is an accomplished contemporary and classical dancer, choreographer, and educator. She completed her Advanced Diploma in Dance Performance at the Australian Dance Performance Institute, graduating with the highest marks of her cohort, where she majored in Classical and Contemporary Dance under the guidance of Barbara Everson, Harold Collins, and Louise De Leur. Kelsey was later one of just 15 dancers nationwide accepted into the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance at QUT, studying with internationally renowned contemporary choreographers and further developing her artistry and collaborative creation skills.
Renowned for her ability to connect with dancers and unlock their potential, Kelsey has taught at upper-tier ballet and dance schools, mentoring students who have gone on to perform with leading companies worldwide. As a choreographer, she has earned multiple awards across Queensland and New South Wales for creativity. Kelsey’s passion is creating contemporary works that challenge dancers and audiences alike, while fostering an environment where performers can grow, explore, and achieve their full artistic potential.
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