NZSD Scholars Application 2026/2027

2026 Scholars Programme Auditions
Thank you for your interest in the New Zealand School of Dance (NZSD) Scholars Programme.

Applications open on Monday 27 July 2026 and close Friday 11 September 2026.

As part of your application, please download and complete the Application Statement Form. Bring this with you to your audition at Te Whaea: National Dance and Drama Centre in Wellington.

The Scholars Programme audition fee is $50NZD and can be paid by internet banking or Visa/Mastercard.

If you have any questions please contact sue.nicholls@nzschoolofdance.ac.nz.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to the audition.
Applicant details
Applicant's Full Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/ Guardian Full Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent / Guardian Mobile Number
Parent / Guardian Email
example@example.com
Applicant's Gender
Applicant's Date of Birth

DayMonthYear
2 digit day, 2 digit month, 4 digit year
Age at 1 Feb 2027
Please state age in years and months
Level (year) of academic (School) study in 2027
Students entering Year 9 or above in 2027 must audition for the Associates Programme and be accepted as a classical major before they can be considered for the Scholars Programme.

Applicant Photos
Passport Photo

Browse Files
Passport photograph in colour (not in costume). 45mm by 35mm in size. Max file size 2mb, saved as a jpg with your first and last name e.g. JohnSmithPassportPhoto Cancelof
Full Length Photo

Browse Files
Colour photo full length in practice clothes, standing face on, with feet parallel (slightly apart). Please aim the camera at the candidate's waistline. Max file size 2mb, saved as a jpg with your first and last name e.g. JohnSmithPracticePhoto Cancelof
If you are unable to successfully upload your photos please email them to sue.nicholls@nzschoolofdance.ac.nz

Dance Experience
Ballet Syllabi - Level Currently Studied
E.g. BBO Grade 2
Level of last ballet exam taken
E.g. RAD Grade 3. (Please indicate syllabus details)
Name of Dance School
Principal's Full Name

First NameLast Name
Principal's Email Address
Dance School's Contact Number

Area CodePhone Number

Payment Details

The Scholars Programme audition fee is $50NZD and can be paid by internet banking or Visa/Mastercard. This fee is non-refundable.
Choose your preferred payment method
Internet transfer is available for New Zealand bank account holders only.

Please make an online banking payment to NZ School of Dance, Account 06-0501-0058569-00. Include reference: ScholAud26 and applicant’s first initial and last name e.g. ScholAud26 JSmith

Scholars Auditions$50.00 NZD

Total $0.00 NZD

Don't forget!
As part of your application, please download and complete the Application Statement Form. Bring this with you to your audition at Te Whaea: National Dance and Drama Centre in Wellington.
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2026 Scholars Programme Auditions