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Ballet Dancer

A Ballet Dancer performs in productions, rehearsing extensively, auditioning for roles, and collaborating with teams while maintaining fitness.

How do I become a ballet dancer

Get qualified to work as a ballet dancer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Ballet Dancer generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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Job opportunities for Ballet Dancers have remained stable in Australia over the past five years. There are a small number of people in this industry though with 1,000 people currently in this job role. Ballet Dancers generally find work in larger cities where productions are based.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re an experienced Ballet Dancer wanting to start a professional career you could enrol in a Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance). This qualification will help you expand your performance skills with topics such as partnering, solo performance and nutrition and fitness. You could also consider a Certificate III or IV in Dance or an Advanced Diploma of Art (Musical Theatre and Commercial Dance).

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Ballet Dancer careers

A Ballet Dancer performs in productions either in an individual role or as part of a larger dance group. You’ll usually be following a choreographed set but you may occasionally be required to come up with your own routine. Ballet Dancers spend a lot of time rehearsing either on their own, with a dance partner or with a full dance ensemble. You will also have to audition for roles in future ballet productions.

Professional Ballet Dancers are highly talented and dedicated to their profession. You’ll have to keep yourself fit and healthy and be ready to take on a range of different roles. Ballet Dancers need to be good at working as part of a larger team and should be willing to work irregular hours.