ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL ANTWERP Admission & Enrollment Package 2012-2013

Legacy and Tradition of Excellence in Dance since 1682 in Belgium

ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL ANTWERP ADMISSION & ENROLLMENT 2012-2013

Where Fusion Meets the Future Energy of Dance Secondary & Post Graduate Topcultuur Programs Artistic Director Michael Shannon

Professional Training for a Career in Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance

Meistraat 2 2000 Antwerpen Belgium

Tel: 32 3 202 83 17 Fax: 32 3 202 83 30 Website: http://www.rbsantwerp.com Email: [email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Welcome to the Start of Your Topcultuur Future and Quest for Artistic Excellence 6

ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT Option #1 7 Professional “Dance and Academic” Program for Secondary Students Option #2 8 Professional “Dance Only" Program for Secondary School Students Option #3 9 Professional “Dance Only" Program for Post Graduate Students PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Professional Topcultuur Pedagogical Methods and Goals in Dance 11

Commitment to Health, Welfare, Safety, Progress and Success of Every Student 11

Artistic Curriculum 12

Vaganova Syllabus and Class Placement 12

Repertoire 12

Pas de Deux 13

En Pointe 13

Male Technique/Allegro 13

Body Conditioning 14

Strategic Adjustments of the Body during Training 14

Healthy Body Weight 14

Flamenco, Folk and Character Dance 15

Extracurricular Dance, Athletics, Exercise Classes and Activities 15

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PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION (Continued)

Professional Dance Company Performances 15

Dress Code, Leotards, Tights, Leg Warmers, Hair 16

Ballet Slippers, Protecting Your Feet, Tracksuits, Valuables 17

Dressing Room and Locker Agreement 18

ACADEMIC PROGRAM INFORMATION

Academic Curriculum 19

Mastering the Dutch Language, Special Classes and Tutoring 19 International Student Academic Transcripts for the Professional “Dance and 20 Academic” Program for Eligible Secondary (High) School Students Only International Student Secondary (High School Diploma) Required to Enter 21 KBA’s Post Graduate “Advanced Dance Only” Professional Trainee Program Explore the History and Beauty of Antwerp and Flanders 22

REQUIRED ENTRY DOCUMENTS

Student Visas, Passports, Identity Cards 23

Freedom of Movement and Length of Stay 23

HOUSING CHOICES & FACILITIES

Option #1 -- Dorm Housing -- Secondary Students only 24

Option #2 -– Host Family -- Secondary and Post Graduate Students 25 Option #3 – Shared and Private Flats and Apartments in 25 Antwerp for Secondary and Post Graduate Students Age 17+ MEDIA RELEASE

Photo, Video, Film, Audio and Internet Agreement, Authorization and Release 26

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HEALTH CARE & INSURANCE

Health and Emergency Insurance Coverage and Disclosure Agreement 27

Health Insurance Primary Coverage 28

Health Insurance Secondary Coverage 29

Dental Insurance Coverage 30

Vision Insurance Coverage 31

Health and Emergency Care Consent and Contact Authorization 32

Student Health History Questionnaire (4) 33

Student Orthopedic History Questionnaire (4) 37

Immunization History Questionnaire (1) 41

Physician Preparticipation Clearance Examination (2) 42

CHECKLIST (2)

Admission and Enrollment Requirements 2012-2013 44

ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT

Deadline 1 July 2012 to Complete Enrollment to Enter Classes September 2012

HEALTH ADDENDUM

Immunization: Disease Prevention 46

European Centre for Disease Prevention 47 National Immunization Schedule: Belgium

CDC: Center for Disease Control Chart 48 Diseases and the Vaccines that Prevent Them

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MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Welcome to the Start of Your Topcultuur Future and Quest for Personal Artistic Excellence

On behalf of the Board, executive and administrative staff, dance and academic faculty, we welcome and congratulate you on the success of your audition and acceptance to the Royal Ballet School Antwerp during our national and international talent search.

Every principal dancer has been where you are today. We achieved our dreams and goals and you can too. Our faculty believes there is no greater honor and fulfillment than to pass on the legacy and tradition of dance to the next generation. We know what it takes to succeed and perform on the great stages of the world. We reinvest that knowledge and experience in you. We prepare you mentally and physically with a mastery, artistry, and refinement in dance to meet the diverse performing requirements of classical ballet and contemporary dance repertoire, choreographers and artistic directors hiring today.

Some of you are joining us for the first time, and others have been accepted to re-enroll and continue their journey to employment in a professional dance company. Together, we share a bond, a passion for dance, and a personal quest for excellence. We enter a unique, special mentoring partnership to nurture and support your dream to be a great dancer.

Our programs and policies are designed to give you the strongest possible foundation for success in the career you have chosen, but the artistic and academic progress you make during your time with us is up to you alone. You have been accepted into the first honored Topcultuur institution in Belgium history. You are not in competition with any dancer but yourself. Each day is a new and exciting challenge and journey of personal artistic growth.

Secondary students (age 12-18) can enroll in “dance and academics” or “dance only.” Post graduates (age 16-21) not employed in a company can enroll in our “advanced dance only” program to perform diverse repertoire on stage, audition for company openings as they become available, and leave the program when employed. The deadline for enrollment in these programs is July 1 for the September 2012 to June 2013 school year.

A checklist and other materials and forms are provided in this package to introduce you to our programs and guide you through registration, admission and enrollment procedures. We look forward to your arrival in Antwerp and working with you.

MICHAEL SHANNON Artistic Director

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ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT

Option #1

Professional “Dance and Academic” Program for Secondary Students

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp offers a full-time, September-June, Professional Dance and Academic Program designed exclusively for gifted Topcultuur students age 12 to 18 who have chosen to pursue a career in dance, and who want to graduate with academic diploma and certification of their mastery in classical ballet and contemporary dance to maximize future opportunities for employment and advanced university studies and dance research.

Students who wish to register are only admitted on the basis of an admission Committee. It is needed to provide as soon as possible their diplomas and curriculum to the school so that the decision can be asap communicated.

There is no tuition requirement for this program because a secondary (high) school education is mandated and supported by law for national and international students but you are responsible for associated fees and costs, e.g., food, housing, transportation, dress requirements, medical care, dental care, and insurance.

Students enrolled in this program can live at home with parents, guardians, a host family, in dorms or independently (age 16 to 18 only). You will be placed in the dance and academic level that best fits your individual needs. This can be changed based on your technical and artistic progress and development.

The Professional Dance & Academic Program engages you in key goals, artistic skills and academic fields of study to prepare you for the real world challenges you will encounter in adult professional life, e.g., critical thinking; artistic refinement and elegance, repertoire retention; excellence in acting, expression, nuance, range and adaptability; written and oral communication and presentation skills; the effective use and application of research, and the ability to approach problems from diverse perspectives.

This and more is at the heart of your artistic and academic education in this program, with performing experience on stage a priority during your training years with us to prepare you for professional challenges in the real, diverse and highly competitive world of dance.

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ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT

Option #2

Professional “Dance Only" Program for Secondary School Students

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp offers a full-time, September-June, Professional “Dance Only” Program for gifted Topcultuur students age 12 to 18 who have chosen to pursue a career in dance, and who want to graduate with Topcultuur Professional Dance Certification, but who want to complete their secondary education in an alternative public or private school, tutoring, home schooling, or online study programs. Responsibility to ensure an alternative academic program meets the legal requirements of a secondary education in Belgium is the exclusive jurisdiction of parents and guardians with appropriate advisors.

Students enrolled in this program can live at home with parents, guardians, a host family, in dorms or independently (age 16 to 18 only). You will be placed in the dance and academic level that best fits your individual needs. This can be changed based on your technical and artistic progress and development. These decisions are made exclusively by the Artistic Director in consultation with appropriate faculty as needed.

Since the student’s secondary education is financially supported by the government in a different school program, there is a tuition requirement of € 7,000 for national and international students, one half paid by September 1, and the balance due December 1. There are also associated fees and costs, e.g., food, housing, transportation, dress requirements, medical care, dental care, insurance and competitions.

The Professional Dance Program engages you in key goals, artistic skills to prepare you for the real world challenges you will encounter in adult professional life, e.g., critical thinking; artistic refinement and elegance, repertoire retention; excellence in acting, expression, nuance, range and adaptability to approach problems from diverse perspectives.

This and more is at the heart of your artistic education in this program, with performing experience on stage a priority during your training years with us to prepare you for professional challenges in the real, diverse and highly competitive world of dance.

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ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT

Option #3

Professional “Dance Only" Program for Post Graduate Students

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp offers a Post-Graduate Professional Dance Program to meet the needs of the newest generation of classical ballet and contemporary dancers during the transition period from life as a student to life as an adult with travel and auditions among professional peers for artistically lucrative employment contracts in top dance companies.

Research has shown graduation in top schools may not coincide with professional openings due to worldwide economic concerns and corresponding government funding reductions, resulting in streamlined cost-conscious artistic budgets and productions resulting in personnel cutbacks and limitations on the number of new dance artists a company can hire.

Professional dancers, at all ages, require an effective daily regimen to stay in peak artistic, mental and physical condition to protect against career altering injuries. Auditions open the door to many opportunities with great ballet masters and choreographers to learn company repertoire and entertain audiences, the only way and means to challenging and fulfilling employment among the best in a highly competitive and lucrative world of dance.

Dancers in the Royal Ballet School Antwerp Post Graduate Trainee Program can range in age from 16 to 21 with three admission requirements: (1) A refined mastery, technique and artistry in classical ballet and contemporary dance; (2) A certified secondary (high) school diploma, or a state or national equivalency certification from alternative schooling, e.g., private tutoring and testing out of secondary school early; and 3) They are the newest generation of top talent seeking employment in professional dance companies worldwide.

This emphasis of this program is performing classical ballet and contemporary dance, its artistry and advanced technique, body conditioning, choreographic workshops with guest choreographers, rehearsals and performances in Belgium, and by invitation to dance festivals and international competitions.

Due to the special nature and design of our program, post graduate dancers stay in peak condition for employment auditions, and leave the program when they secure a position in a company. Located in the crossroad of Europe, dancers in our program can easily access every professional dance company audition in Europe.

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ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENT

Option #3 (Cont’d)

Professional “Dance Only" Program for Post Graduate Students

Post graduate “dance only” students are immersed in the Flemish culture, and require a competent level of fluency in the Dutch language. They are provided access to classes in their schedule, and quality, tutoring to support the process of acculturation.

Since the exclusive goal of this program is employment, post graduates are expected to work and produce as professionals during their participation in the program. Program duration can be two years, but students are expected to audition and leave when employed.

Tuition is € 5,000 for Royal Ballet School Antwerp graduates, and € 7,000 for dancers from other programs. One half due by September 1, and the balance by December 1. Tuition is waived when there are program scholarships, subsidies, grants, or sponsors for a dancer.

Tuition is paid in advance. Any unused portion is refunded when the dancer leaves the program for employment. For example, dancer leaves for employment Nov 10. One month pre-paid tuition is refunded to the dancer for December only, unless the dancer wishes to donate the remainder to the program in appreciation and support of others.

Tuition payments from outside sources, program scholarships, subsidies, grants, and sponsors, tuition that is not the personal funds paid by the dancer, is a non-refundable donation to support the program whose goals are achieved when the dancer is employed.

In addition to tuition, program associated fees and costs are the responsibility of the post graduate dancer, e.g., housing, food, transportation, dance wear and shoes, medical care, dental care, and health insurance, audition costs, competitions.

During their time with us, post graduate dancers may reside in independent housing, or with family and friends, or if available, a host family. If you have any other questions, or need anything further, contact the Office of the Artistic Director.

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PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Professional Topcultuur Pedagogical Methods and Goals in Dance

Our primary goal with the Royal Ballet School Antwerp artistic and academic pedagogical methods is to maximize professional employment opportunities for our graduates, and to produce an elite professional dancer that is artistically and academically adaptable and prepared for employment in a top company with excellent repertoire and opportunities for a fulfilling career in dance.

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp approach to professional development evolves keeping up- to-date with changing practices in the world of dance and academics to prepare students for employment after graduation. Therefore, our goal is to maximize performing experience with productions at home and abroad, international competitions when a student is ready, and invitational participation in dance festivals.

Pedagogical methods include, but are not limited to, imparting the language, vocabulary, and history of dance, its diverse techniques, placement, alignment, coordination, movement quality, adaptability, musicality, the science of partnering, the ability to work as member of an artistic team, and to optimize the growth, progress and success of each individual.

When a strong foundation in classical ballet is established, we incorporate as appropriate, contemporary and modern dance, its form, movement, style, approach, choreography and repertoire to cultivate and inspire the widest range, diversity, creativity, innovation and adaptability, resulting in a young leader with a refined and exquisite artistic mind and body.

Commitment to Health, Welfare, Safety, Progress and Success of Every Student

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp is committed to the success of every one of its students. Students voluntarily apply, audition, enroll, and agree to comply with policies established to provide for health, welfare, safety, progress and success. Policies are based on real world employment requirements in classical ballet and contemporary dance companies. There is no time in a professional school or company to deal with problem individuals. Therefore, be advised, we invest in only those students willing to work to achieve their career goals. If a student does not meet artistic and academic commitments or requisites, or progress in technique and artistry, or they not comply with regulations and policies, or they bully, discriminate, or harm others in any way, continued enrollment is not possible. Professional dancers work as a member of an artistic team, and this ethic begins in school.

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PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Artistic Curriculum

Royal Ballet School Antwerp training is based on the Vaganova syllabus that has produced many of the 20th century’s great artists, and has been adopted by top professional training schools throughout the world. In addition, we incorporate and compliment this training with exquisite elements and dynamics from the French school (Paris Opera), Danish school (Bournonville), American school (Balanchine), and English school (Royal Ballet).

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp artistic curriculum is a six-year Topcultuur Professional Development Program founded on a Vaganova-based syllabus, and includes, but is not limited to, classical ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, character, Flamenco, contemporary dance, body conditioning, choreographic workshops, exposure to diverse repertoire, roles and characterizations, stage craft, set design, costumes, rehearsal and production operations with highly individualized coaching for performances, national and international competitions. Additionally, master classes with visiting professional artists, and other special programs are featured throughout the school year.

Vaganova Syllabus and Class Placement

The Vaganova-based syllabus offered at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp consists of a two- year program at the primary education level, and a six-year program at the secondary education level.

Repertoire

Repertoire at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp is chosen from the full range of classical, contemporary and modern choreographic works to best showcase student talent. Today’s audiences enjoy the range and diversity of classical ballets, and compelling, new innovative contemporary works attracting wider audiences to the art of choreography and dance.

PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

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Pas De Deux

The Royal Ballet School Antwerp syllabus for pas de deux is based on partnering innovations by leading male dancers and ballet masters. Pas de deux is taught in diverse styles, classical, contemporary and modern to encompass the wide range of technical skills and adaptability required by today's choreographers. Classical pas de deux is provided in classes B4-B5-B6.

En Pointe

Training “en pointe” requires the mastery of age appropriate overall body strength and classical ballet technique, and particularly, the strength in the foot, and ankle, alignment, flexibility, balance and coordination to prevent injury which only complicates and delays constructive and progressive development. Classes in pointe technique at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp is introduced only at a time when there can be a successful, injury-free transition to pointe consistent with ongoing age appropriate classical techniques.

Male Technique/Allegro

Male technique shares with their female partners the synthesis, dynamics, nuance, artistry and refinement of traditional classical technique, but is combined with a celebration of what it means to be male, and cultivates masculine bravado with an athletic regimen and lexicon of movements designed to produce leading male dancers for highly stylized and specialized roles in the classical ballet repertoire.

Male technical training is a highly specialized and concentrated syllabus directed toward optimizing overall body strength, alignment, flexibility, balance and coordination needed to defy gravity and execute dynamic feats in the air, jumps, leaps, and turns that stun, exhilarate and take the breath away from an audience.

Male dancers follow a different training path due to the physical demands of their role in the art form. Male technique, and its secrets, taught at the Royal Ballet School has been handed down from master to student through the great heritage and legacies of world- renown male dancers and teachers who have inspired generations, and permanently changed the role of men in dance, e.g., Alexander Pushkin, Assaf Messerer, Vakhtang Chabukiani, who produced the 20th century paragons of ballet, Marius Liepa, Vladimir Vasiliev, Rudolph Nureyev, and Mikhail Baryshnikov.

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PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Body Conditioning

Body Conditioning are exercises designed to focus on various aspects of body structure to improve performance in a healthy body, or to repair and rebuild important body structures through careful physical therapy after illness or injury in preparation to resume normal class, rehearsal and performance activities. This process is supported by kinesiology. The lessons give attention to anatomy, nutrition and breathing techniques to reduce tension and to achieve a correct position of the head, neck, torso and hips.

Strategic Adjustments of the Body During Training

Classical ballet, body conditioning, physical therapy, Pilates, and other forms of dance and athletic training, i.e., gymnastics and ice skating, require hands-on body placement from a young age. If students consider this as inappropriate, they have this right and must report to their mentor or the student counseling CLB.

Healthy Body Weight

A healthy body weight is conducive to the art of classical ballet and other forms of dance, and must be properly maintained to ensure health, safety and full participation in the program. Only the student can take personal responsibility for their health, welfare and safety, which includes, but is not limited to, getting sufficient rest and nutrition, arriving early for classes, rehearsals, and events to warm up their body and prevent dehydration. Should a student begin to suffer an eating disorder, their parents will be consulted, and they will be referred to counseling. The school will work closely with parents, counselors and physicians as they treat the eating disorder.

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PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Flamenco, Folk and Character Dance

Specialized training and the preservation of Flamenco, Folk and Character Dance is an important part of Royal Ballet School Antwerp training program because they are based on myth, folkloric and national traditions that have been handed down for generations, stylized and included in the great classical story ballets, introducing a special atmosphere which carries audiences back to earlier times. Character and folk dance repertoire in classical ballets includes the Czardas from Hungary, Mazurka and Polonaise from Poland, Troika from Russia, and Flamenco from Spain.

Extracurricular Dance, Athletics, Exercise Classes and Activties

When you are not in classes at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, you should be doing homework, and taking care of your mind and body by resting and relaxing. Students are not allowed to participate in external dance classes, dance performances, or any other type of athletic sports, or exercise classes, other than those sponsored, organized, produced, promoted or recommended by the Royal Ballet School Antwerp. This requirement is extremely important to provide for the continuity of dance and performance instruction and coaching, and the prevention of illness, accidents and injuries.

During the holidays, or summer, students are not allowed to take external classes, summer programs, or participate in performances without the prior authorization of the Artistic Director. This policy prevents confusion over diverse pedagogical methods and styles of dance, and sustains the quality of professional development, continuity of instruction, and prevention of injuries affecting continued enrollment at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp.

Professional Dance Company Performances

One cannot overemphasize the importance of attending ballet and contemporary dance performances throughout the young dancers developmental years. In some cases, field trips may be arranged when top companies are touring in the area, dance professionals visit as guest teachers, and the opportunity for advanced students to take company class.

PROFESSIONAL DANCE

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

Dress Code

Students are required to keep their clothing, shoes and dance gear organized, clean and in good condition, use deodorants and shower often as a courtesy to others. Bring a small towel for those times when you might need one. No jewelry, except ear studs, one in each ear only. No other body piercings, colored nail polish or tattoos. No unnatural fad haircuts or colors. Our students use their bodies and express their creativity in dance.

CLASS BOYS GIRLS

Classical Technique Gray Tights, White Socks, Pink Tights Pas De Deux White Ballet Shoes Pink Pointe Shoes Repertoire White or Beige Jock Strap Pink Ballet Slippers with Ribbons White Fitted T-Shirt Assigned Level Leotard Color

Character Dance White Fitted T-Shirt Pink Tights Black Tights Long Sleeved Black Leotard Black Socks Black Character Skirt Black Character Shoes Black Character Shoes

Contemporary Dance Black Unitard Black Leotard Footless or Stirrup Black Tights (Footless or Stirrup)

Modern Dance Black Unitard Black Leotard Footless or Stirrup Black Tights (Footless or Stirrup)

Flamenco White Dress Shirt Pink Tights Black Socks Assigned Level Leotard Color Black Character Shoes Black Character Skirt Black Tailored, Pleated Trousers Black Character Shoes

Body Conditioning Black Unitard, Footless or Stirrup Black Leotard Black Tights, Footless or Stirrup

Leotards, Tights, Leg Warmers

A list of appropriate leotard, tights, colors, styles and where they can be purchased will be provided to students at the beginning of each school year. Dance store personnel will be able to assist students, and provide the appropriate leotard color for their assigned ballet class level. Wash and keep your dancewear clean daily and ready for their next use.

Hair

Boy’s hair should be short well groomed and out of the eyes. Girl’s hair should be pulled tight into a high bun or French twist using hair spray and hairpins to make sure there are no messy or straggling hairs for all classical, pas de deux and repertoire classes. Bangs and top or side part is permitted. In modern

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PROFESSIONAL DANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Ballet Slippers and Pointe Shoes

Students (and their parents) are responsible for providing their dance shoes. There are many different manufacturers and types of ballet slippers and pointe shoes. In professional dance companies, a dancer wears shoes provided by the company for classes, rehearsals and performances. This is why we suggest the most common shoes used by professional companies is Freeds of London.

Arrangements have been made for a representative from Freed of London to come to the Royal Ballet School Antwerp to correctly fit each student. Ballet slippers and pointe shoes can be purchased at below retail cost through the Office of the Artistic Director. If you wish to use a different manufacturer, please clear your choice through the Office of the Director to make sure they are an appropriate selection.

Protecting Your Feet

Protect your feet to prevent accident, injury or illness. Allow shoes to dry after each use to reduce odor and prevent fungus that harms feet, nails, and shorten the life of your ballet slippers and pointe shoes. Soak your feet, and keep your nails properly trimmed to prevent serious foot issues. Wear enclosed, breathable, protective and comfortable shoes in and out of school. Wear sandals in the shower at school to prevent injury or spread of infection. Appropriate hand washing is also very important to prevent contagion, illness and disease.

Tracksuits

Authorized Royal Ballet School Antwerp tracksuits will be available soon for wear before and after classes to keep students warm and comfortable. In the mean time, students may wear warm tracksuits and sport suit clothing while in the building. No tracksuits are to be worn in dance classes unless student is observing only. No plastic sweat pants to be worn during class, and leg warmers require permission from the teacher of your class.

Jewelry, Money & Valuables

Absolutely no valuables, jewelry or watches in dance or academic classes at any time. This policy prevents any liability issues or upset over the loss of such items. Simply leave these items at home, or secured in a wall-mounted locker with a lock and combination known only to the student, or keep them securely in your personal possession in your ballet bag.

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DRESSING ROOM AND LOCKER AGREEMENT

First Name of Student Middle Name Last Name

I understand, agree, and will comply with Royal Ballet School Antwerp policy rules that I am responsible for my personal contribution to the shared care, maintenance and cleanliness of my locker, dressing room, shower and bathroom facilities, and that it is important for me and my fellow students to care about keeping these areas clean, free of litter or other materials, and undamaged to provide for the health, welfare and safety of all students, and to prevent costs for restoration and maintenance that can take funds away from dance programs. I understand, agree, and will comply, with securely locking personal property and valuables in a locker with a quality combination lock that I will purchase, and provide the confidential combination on this form, with a copy to my parents and legal guardians, and the original submitted with my enrollment documents to be placed in my confidential student records. I understand, and agree, the Royal Ballet School Antwerp executive office will not release the combination to anyone but me or authorities (if appropriate) with proof of identification. I understand that it is my responsibility alone to keep my personal property and valuables locked and secured, and the Royal Ballet School Antwerp is not responsible or liable for lost, stolen, or damaged items, which they recommend be left at home or kept securely with me. I understand, and agree, and will comply, to leave my locker empty, clean, undamaged, and unlocked, no later than the last day of classes for each enrollment period, and I understand that any items left behind in my locker, or anywhere in the dressing room, shower, bathroom, or anywhere else in school facilities will be donated or thrown away. I understand, and agree, and will comply, and immediately notify the executive office of any inappropriate behavior and/or damage, verbally and in writing (confidential email), and if I was negligent and responsible, my parents and legal guardians agree to pay for restorations.

LOCKER NUMBER CONFIDENTIAL LOCKER COMBINATION

Student Signature Date

Print Name Phone Email

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian #1 Date

Print Name Phone Email

Address

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian #2 Date

Print Name Phone Email

Address

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM INFORMATION

Academic Curriculum

Ballet is an international profession requiring multi-lingual proficiency. The faculty of the Royal Ballet School Antwerp is proficient in Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Spanish, Japanese, Bulgarian, Hungarian and Russian to meet the diverse language needs of our students.

Royal Ballet School Antwerp academic classes are, History, Biology, Art History, Music, Mathematics, Computer Science, Geography, Technology, Arts, Crafts, and Religion, and with language classes in Dutch, French and English as a secondary graduation requirement of Flanders. If an international student is not proficient in Dutch, e.g., their language needs are accessed and addressed with tutoring.

Mastering the Dutch Language Special Classes & Tutoring

One of the most important elements to success in an international program is a positive attitude and motivation to learn Dutch so you can become a fully integrated member of Flemish society during your time with us. Students language abilities achieved in our programs contribute to personal and employment success throughout their lives.

International students and their peers from other nations learn to speak Dutch together while learning about what they share in common, and how their cultures are different. The Royal Ballet School Antwerp supports this acculturation by providing international students with expert tutoring support in Dutch language skills.

Our experience has been that students in our Topcultuur programs are exceptionally intelligent and learn the Dutch language quickly, astonishing family and friends at home. Their Dutch language emersion in classes, with peers, living in a host family or dorm yields results, and exceeds everyone’s expectations with fluency in a short period of time.

Students often find that participating in our Summer Program gives them a head start on learning their way around and immersing themselves in the Dutch language. Students can also start learning Dutch through excellent and easily accessible online programs before arriving in Antwerp to begin classes in September.

Secondary and post graduate “dance only” students do not take academic classes, but are provided high quality, support and tutoring to become fluent in Dutch.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM INFORMATION

International Student Academic Transcripts Professional “Dance and Academic” Program Secondary (High) School Students Only

Students transferring from high school in their home country to enter and graduate from the Professional “Dance and Academic” Secondary Program must submit transcripts of their academic records that are certified as a true and correct copy of the original by the academic institution issuing them.

1. Please ask your former academic institutions to explain their grading system, for example, comparing and explaining the grades you received if they were issued as alphabetical scores to what your grades would be if they were issued as numerical scores in their institution.

2. If your transcripts are not issued in English, French or Dutch, they must be translated by a registered translator, and certified by the academic institution that issued them, or by the Belgian Embassy or Consultate diplomatic office issuing your Student Visa.

3. When the transcripts are ready for delivery as required above, your academic institution must seal them in an official envelope of your academic institution. If you mail this envelope by post, or have it expressed for hand delivery, be sure to use a service that provides you verification of delivery. Emails and faxes will not be accepted.

4. Direct the confidential sealed envelope with your certified transcripts, and the certified translations to the Office of Academic Affairs at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp.

Leerlingensecretariaat Koninklijke Balletschool Antwerpen Meistraat 2, 2000 Antwerpen Tel: +32 3 202 83 17

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM INFORMATION

International Student Secondary (High) School Diploma Professional Post Graduate Trainee Program “Dance Only”

Dancers entering the Professional Post Graduate Trainee Program “Dance Only” must submit a copy of their Secondary (High) School Diploma certified as a true and correct copy of the original by the academic institution that issued the diploma.

If your diploma was not issued in English, French or Dutch, it must be translated by a registered translator, and certified by the academic institution that issued the diploma, or by the Belgian Embassy or Consultate diplomatic office issuing your Student Visa.

When the diploma is ready for delivery as required above, your academic institution must seal the diploma in an official envelope of their institution. If you mail this envelope by post, or have it expressed for hand delivery, be sure to use a service that provides you verification of delivery. Emails and faxes will not be accepted.

Direct the confidential sealed envelope with the certified diploma, and certified translation of the diploma to the Office of Academic Affairs at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp.

Leerlingensecretariaat Koninklijke Balletschool Antwerpen Meistraat 2, 2000 Antwerpen Tel: +32 3 202 83 17

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM INFORMATION

Explore the History and Beauty of Antwerp and Flanders

Extra class activities and field trips may include, but are not limited to, art museums, plays, film, opera, symphony, day trips to other cities and schools, and professional classical ballet and contemporary dance company performances.

Belgium is the crossroad of Europe. The City of Antwerp, her second largest city, is the capital of the Province of Antwerp in Flanders on the River Scheldt. Linked to the North Sea, Antwerp is the second largest harbor in Europe, a multicultural center of international diplomacy and a highway of international business and trade since the early fourth century.

Excellence in art, culture, dance and academics is a passion in Belgium at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, Royal Ballet of Flanders, Royal Flemish Opera, Royal Academy of Fine Arts, Royal Conservatory of Music, Royal Conservatoire Artesis Hogeschool, only a few of their many internationally renown public and private artistic and academic institutions.

Antwerp, London and Paris are important centers of haute couture. Antwerp rose to cult status in the eighties when the Royal Academy of Fine Arts produced renowned designers known today as the Antwerp Six. Collections are exhibited at the Fashion Museum. (Left/Steven Jones Collection 2010-11)

Antwerp has produced legendary architects and painters, e.g., Anthony Van Dyck, Jacob Jordaens, David Teniers (the Elder, Younger, and III), the Brueghel family, Pieter and Jan (Elder and Younger), Ambrosius and Abraham. The Royal Museum of Fine Arts has one of the most important collections in Europe, with paintings by Jan van Eyck, Hans Memling, and Quinten Matsys, founder of the Antwerp school inspiring the legendary Peter Paul Reubens, whose works at his palatial House of Reubens is now a museum, Rubenshuis.

Students explore and enjoy the sights and sounds of Antwerp, Town Square, The Steen, Meat Hall, The Meir, Stock Exchange, the Port of Antwerp, Central Station, Zurenborg, and MAS Museum Aan de Stroom, a unique architectural representation of the dynamic and inspiring artistic legacy and contribution of this city and nation over the centuries. (Right/Antwerp’s Cathedral of Our Lady)

REQUIRED ENTRY DOCUMENTS

Student Visas, Passports, Identity Cards

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Generally, international students need an Identity Card -- or – Passport and Student Visa. Entry requirements are based on treaties between Belgium and student’s country of origin. Consult the Belgian Consulate or Embassy website in your country for phone, location, hours open, requirements, and forms. Complete what they require as soon as possible to avoid problems or delays in your arrival to begin classes. Example basic requirements are:

1. A valid national passport, no expiration for at least 3 months beyond intended stay, and it should contain at least one double blank page reserved for visas (blank front & back) 2. Two Visa application forms, signed and dated (no copies). You may be required to sign and date these forms in their presence after presenting verification of your identity. 3. Medical Certificate (valid 6 months from date of issue), signed and stamped by one of the hospitals or doctors approved and required by the Belgium Consulate or Embassy. 4. Two passport photos (call to find out where to have them taken to meet requirements) 5. Letter of Royal Ballet School Antwerp acceptance, enrollment, duration of program 6. Proof of solvency and source of support to meet financial obligations 7. Certificate of Good Conduct

http://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/services/travel_to_belgium/visa_for_belgium/ http://diplomatie.belgium.be/en/services/travel_to_belgium/studying_in_belgium/

Only local consultar services, the Belgian Consulate or Embassy can give you precise requirements at any given time based on citizenship, country of origin, laws and treaties in effect at time of application. Additional documents to those listed above may be requested.

Freedom of Movement and Length of Stay

Free movement is a fundamental right in the European Union (EU). International students from 42 nations do not need a Student Visa to enter Belgium for three months or less. EU students need an Identity Card, and non-EU students (e.g., USA, Canada, Japan, Australia) need only a valid Passport to attend our Summer Program, BUT require a Student Visa for all of our other full-time programs that operate from September to June each year. If you plan to attend both programs, you must secure a Student Visa before entering in July.

Based on Europe’s complex and changing internal political structure, EU and Non-EU students must ALWAYS contact the Belgian Consulate or Embassy in the country where they reside for the most up-to-date rules and requirements governing entry into Belgium. Due to increased security concerns worldwide, entry officials may ask Non-EU students to see their invitation letter, proof of lodging, return or round-trip ticket. Only local consular services can provide precise requirements at any given time.

HOUSING CHOICES

OPTION #1

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DORM HOUSING – SECONDARY STUDENTS ONLY

Dorm Check-In Arrivals Possible Starting Saturday – August

Dorm Check-Out Departures Possible Through Sunday – June

Dorm Fees € 13 Per Day (Dance & Academics Students) € 20 Per Day (Dance Only Students)

Dorm Location Internaat Spectrumschool, Ruggeveldlaan 471, 2100 Deurne. Belgium

Dorm Supervisor Geert Luycx

Telephone +32 3 328 04 70

Fax +32 3 328 04 80

Transportation Daily private bus to and from KBA classes and activities

Accommodations § Private bedroom for 1 person § Single bed, wash basin, large closet, desk, bed linen provided § Toilet and Shower facilities, Towels ARE NOT provided § Wireless internet throughout the dorm, and Laundry Facilities § Four (4) computers are available on each floor § Every floor has two (2) relaxing areas with television

Breakfast 6:30 AM for one hour Monday to Friday, Royal Ballet School Antwerp Lunch Saturday & Sunday, Dorms or scheduled outings Dinner 6 PM for one hour

Schedule Classes and activities from 8:00 AM to 6:00PM can vary greatly depending on the student’s weekly class schedule, rehearsals, performances, etc.

Dance Studio Dorm has a dance studio with mirrors and barres, but we ask students to use their free time for study rest and relaxation. There is no supervision in this studio, and accidents or injuries would severely impact continued participation in dance classes.

Dorm Pass Students are not permitted to leave the dorm unsupervised except: 1) In the custody of parent(s) and guardian(s) visiting them in Antwerp, or 2) Written permission from their legal custodial parent(s) and guardian(s)

No Tolerance Policy No use or possession of tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drugs by student in any KBA Resulting in Dismissal Program, or by any guest, in or on the school or dorm property.

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HOUSING CHOICES

OPTION #2

HOST FAMILY Secondary and Post Graduate Students

Some students prefer privately arranged accommodations and services for housing and meals, and when possible, we recommend and try to match the student with a Host Family, especially when enrolled in dance and academics, language emersion in a family can be helpful for integration into the Royal Ballet School Antwerp and Flemish culture.

OPTION #3

SHARED AND PRIVATE FLATS AND APARTMENTS Secondary and Post Graduate Students Age 17+

Some older students prefer rental flats and apartments designed to serve visiting scholars, graduate and undergraduate students attending local colleges and universities. These facilities are independently owned and operated, and feature shared and private accommodations. This type of student housing and living is only recommended for students legally emancipated or at least age 17+.

Please use caution. The Royal Ballet School Antwerp has limited knowledge about these facilities, and does not have any kind of referral relationship with them, but the following websites can get you started with pricing, photographs, and other information to begin your search, and to provide you with a foundation and frame of reference from which to compare what is advertised and available. Please keep our executive office informed about your experience with these facilities and their personnel for future reference.

KOT & COMPANY Website: English, Dutch, French, Spanish http://www.kot-and-co.com/en/studentflats-6.html

EXPATICA Website: English Only http://www.expatica.com/

FIRST STUDENT FLATS Website: English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish http://www.1sf.be/Index.php?lang=en

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MEDIA RELEASE

Photo, Video, Film, Audio and Internet Agreement, Authorization and Release

I agree, authorize, and grant unconditional permission to the Royal Ballet School Antwerp (KBA), a public benefit non-for profit institution. its Artistic Director, representative employees, agents and assigns, to use my name, audio of my voice, photographs and video of my image and likeness, or reference to me in any manner, without compensation, in the media, such as, but is not limited to, television and radio news, public affairs, public service announcements, program broadcasts; published, print, and online media presentations; press releases, recruitment, promotions, advertising, marketing, websites, grant applications, documentaries, research library, and archival materials about the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, its topcultuur importance and contribution to elevating the fine arts and culture of dance in Flanders, Stedelijk Onderwijs, City of Antwerp, Flemish Ministry, and Kingdom of Belgium. I agree, authorized, and grant permission to release, defend, hold harmless the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, its employees, agents and assigns in connection with the use of my name, voice, image, and likeness, in whole or in part, on television, radio, internet, publications, electronic or social media from any claims, damages, or liability of any kind arising from or related to the use of my voice, image or likeness, including but not limited to any misuse, distortion, blurring, alteration, optical illusion, or composite, or composition, either intentionally or otherwise, that may occur in taking, processing, reduction, production or reproduction of the finished image, product, its publication, or distribution. I agree, and understand, this authorization is continuous, even after no longer enrolled in the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, for media, historical, research and archival purposes, and may be used at any time the above mentioned purposes to serve and contribute to the extraordinary tradition and legacy of the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, and each new generation of topcultuur professional dancers. I, my parents and legal guardians if under age 18, have read, understand, agree, authorize this agreement and release, its full meaning, impact, benefits, historical and archival importance at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp, and in the future careers of its students, before signing below, with my signature verifying it can be relied upon by authorities and media officials in Belgium and worldwide if any use of my image and voice is first authorized and deemed appropriate for the Royal Ballet School Antwerp and my career by the Artistic Director.

Student Signature Date

Print Name Phone Email

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian #1 Date

Print Name Phone Email

Address

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian #2 Date

Print Name Phone Email

Address

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HEALTH AND EMERGENCY INSURANCE COVERAGE AND DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT

First Name of Student Middle Name Last Name

First Name of Parent or Legal Guardian #1 Middle Name Last Name

Date of Birth Place of Birth Social Security Number

Home Address

Employer

Employer Address

First Name of Parent or Legal Guardian #2 Middle Name Last Name

Date of Birth Place of Birth Social Security Number

Home Address

Employer

Employer Address

I understand, and agree, medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage is required to provide for the health, welfare and safety of my child enrolled in Royal Ballet School Antwerp programs. In case of accident, injury or illness, copies of what I provide you will be given to health, dental, and vision care providers caring for my child. I understand, and agree, and will comply with the requirement that insurance coverage during enrollment cannot lapse or terminate or enrollment cannot continue. I hereby certify the enrollment, health and insurance information provide to the Royal Ballet School Antwerp is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. If there are changes in insurance coverage or any expiration of health care and emergency coverage, I agree to immediately notify the Royal Ballet School Antwerp in writing, update and re-submit required coverage forms and verifications. I understand, and agree, should it be discovered at any time that I have not truthfully and accurately provided collectible coverage, I am financially responsible, and I will reimburse health care providers, and the Royal Ballet School Antwerp for any and all costs and expenses incurred on student’s behalf. I, my parents and legal guardians if under age 18, certify the facts provided above are up-to-date, accurate and can be relied upon by appropriate authorities in Belgium and worldwide.

Student Signature Date

Signature of Parent or Guardian #1 Date

Signature of Parent or Guardian #2 Date

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HEALTH INSURANCE PRIMARY COVERAGE

Complete and attached a copy of (1) Health Insurance Plan Policy Coverage, (2) Health Insurance Card, and (3) Carrier letter with clear instructions on how student is to access this health care coverage in Belgium and EU.

First Name Middle Name Last Name

SEX Birthplace Birthdate Height Weight Age Grade ❑ Male ❑ Female Name of Health Insurance Carrier

Carrier Address

Name of Carrier Representative Responsbile for Follow Through to Provide Student Immediate Health Coverage, Benefits and Payments in Belgium and European Union

Carrier Rep Phone Carrier Rep Email

Type of Policy Policy/Member ID Number

Name of Student Covered by Policy Plan/Group ID Number

Subscriber ID Number Date Policy Starts Date Policy Ends

Name of Subscriber/Individual(s) Responsible for Maintaining Insurance Coverage for Student

Subscriber Address

Subscriber Phone Subscriber Email

Subscriber Employer

Address of Employer

Provide any other information the Royal Ballet School Antwerp and others need to provide for the health, welfare and safety of named student under this policy in Belgium and elsewhere

My signature verifies all of the insurance information provided on this form is up-to-date, accurate and can be relied upon by appropriate authoriies in Belgium and worldwide. Student Signature Date

Print Name Phone Email

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian #1 Date

Print Name Phone Email

Address

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian #2 Date

Print Name Phone Email

Address

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CHECKLIST (1 OF 3) ADMISSION & ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS 2012-2013

R Student was auditioned and approved for admission and enrollment

R Student application for admission and enrollment filed in student record

£ Enrollment Option #1 – Tuition Scholarship Professional “Dance and Academic” Program for Secondary Students

£ Enrollment Option #2 – One Half Tuition Due Before September 1 Professional “Dance Only” Program for Secondary Students

£ Enrollment Option #3 – One Half Tuition Due Before September 1 Professional “Dance Only” Program for Post Graduate Students

£ Enrollment Agreement Due 1 July 2012

£ Wire Transfer Tuition Payments for Professional “Dance Only” Programs for Secondary School (Intermediate) Students or Post Graduate (Advanced) Students 1. First Payment Due (50%): 1 September 2012 2. Final Payment Due in Full: 1 December 2013

PROGRAM: ______(NAME)______ACCOUNT NAME: Royal Ballet School Antwerp ACCOUNT NUMBER: 091-0173531-27 IBAN: BE 48 0910 1735 3127 BIC: GKCCBEBB

£ ID Photo (Passport size head shot for student records and identification) £ Copy: Student Passport – expiration no less than 90 days after June 2013

£ Student VISA: Apply at the Belgium Embassy or Consulates in your country

£ Dress Code Requirements

£ Dressing Room and Locker Agreement

£ Housing Option #1: Dorms for Secondary Students Only

£ Housing Option #2: Host Family for Secondary and Post Graduate Students

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CHECKLIST (2 OF 3) ADMISSION & ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS 2012-2013

£ Housing Option #3: Shared and Private Apartments

Secondary Students and Post Graduates Age 17+

£ Student travel itinerary for arrival in Antwerp to start classes

£ Transportation to and from the airport, housing, and the school

£ $10 for Lunch served Monday to Friday at the Royal Ballet School Antwerp

£ U-Shape Combination Locking Device for Student Locker

£ Photo, Video, Film, Audio and Internet Agreement, Authorization and Release

£ Funds for Student Needs, School Supplies, Sundries, Food, Drinks, Etc.

£ Health and Emergency Insurance Coverage and Disclosure Agreement

£ Health Insurance Primary Coverage

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