| CONTEMPORARY DANCE | | YOUTH COMPANY |

Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary dance with Contemporary Concepts Australia’s first Associate Company in partnership with Dance Conservatory Australia.

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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.

    • 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

  • 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 years

    Participants commit to the full season. Spaces are limited to ensure quality coaching and sufficient attention to each dancer.

  • Description

    The Capsule Season is a smaller, curated cast of dancers aged 12-19 years, working within a more intimate company environment. Designed to reflect the pace and structure of professional rehearsal settings, Capsule dancers work closely together to develop refined performance work within a focused rehearsal period.

    Dates & Times

    • Dates: 6 June – 11 July 2026

    • Times: Sundays 9:00am – 4:00pm.
      Plus a 3-Day Intensive: June 28–30

    Program Fees (GST inclusive)

    • 3 × $330 instalments

    • Additional Costume/Admin Fee: $400

    What’s Included

    • Company T-shirt

    • 9 rehearsal sessions + contemporary training

    • Professional company headshot

    • Technical rehearsal

    • Live performances

  • Dates & Times

    • Dates: 9 January – 21 March 2027

    • Times:
      Junior Company (ages 9–11): Sundays 9:00am – 12:00pm
      Senior Company (ages 12–18): Sundays 12:00pm – 4:00pm

    Program Fees (GST inclusive)

    • Junior: 3 × $370 instalments

    • Senior: 3 × $470 instalments

    • Additional Costume/Admin Fee: $400

    What’s Included

    • Company T-shirt

    • 12 rehearsal sessions + contemporary training

    • Professional company headshot

    • Technical rehearsal

    • Live performance

  • Please complete the application form linked here, to register your dancer for a live or video audition.

  • If you have any questions please contact Kelsey Walton, CCA Creative Director via email:
    contemporaryconceptsaustralia@gmail.com

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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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