2019
Russia
To mould every single unique member into a well-rounded, artistic and outstanding dancer.
Excerpt from Piano Concerto
Choreography : Hsienfa Cheng
Music : J.S. Bach
Concerto No. 1 in D Minor
Founded in 2009, Cheng Ballet Academy's Youth Ballet Company was established to forge a professional path for exceptional young dancers. Designed for advanced dancers who have already demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment, we carefully select these outstanding students from our academy’s broader cohort to undergo intensive training in classical ballet and classical-based contemporary dance. Membership is exclusive—by invitation only—and requires an unwavering commitment to a demanding training and performance schedule.
More than just a training programme, the Youth Ballet Company is a dynamic platform for artistic and personal growth. Through rigorous training and international exposure, our dancers build confidence and refine their technique, learning to be disciplined, focused, patient, and humble. We are dedicated to establishing ourselves as Singapore’s pre-eminent youth ballet company, inspiring excellence in every performance.
The Full Time Apprentice Program (FTAP) is an immersive training track designed for younger, emerging from our main cohort who show exceptional potential and a deep commitment to ballet. Serving as a precursor to the Youth Ballet Company, the FTAP provides a robust and comprehensive curriculum that focuses on strengthening technique, artistry, flexibility, and overall performance skills.
FTAP concentrates on building essential skills through a holistic curriculum that balances rigorous technical training with the nurturing of artistic expression. This programme is designed to instil discipline, resilience, and a deep passion for ballet in its early stages.
Outstanding apprentices may be invited to perform alongside members of the Youth Ballet Company, granting them valuable stage experience early in their development. Successful completion of FTAP can pave the way for an invitation to join the Youth Ballet Company, setting dancers on a clear trajectory toward advanced pre-professional training.
Admission to the FTAP is by audition or invitation, ensuring each student is ready for the intensive schedule and high level of discipline required. Through close mentorship and individualized coaching, apprentices cultivate the resilience, dedication, and artistry that form the bedrock of a professional ballet career.
