Entering a new era of dance education: Palucca School turns thirty - EU Advances in Progressing Technological Innovation
Palucca School of Dance Marks Thirty Years of Support for the Next Generation
In Dresden, the Palucca Association, a supporter of the internationally acclaimed Palucca School of Dance, is currently attracting attention. Established by dance enthusiasts in 1995, the association has grown to exceed 100 members, including numerous graduates of the school.
As per Christina Flume, the chair of the association, its goal has been and continues to be the ideological and material support of students and future generations of dancers. Recognizing the importance of dance education, the association aims to accompany young artists on their path to a successful career, providing them with a strong foundation.
Gret Palucca, with her unique approach to dance, would likely have endorsed the association's objectives. Known as a legend in her lifetime, Palucca founded her school a century ago. Today, Germany's sole independent dance academy bears her name. Palucca is noted for fostering equal training in contemporary, classical, and improvisational dance, aiming to eliminate the boundaries between these disciplines to foster innovation.
The association mirrors Palucca's artistic philosophy, focusing on expression, individuality, and passion for dance. By supporting student projects and shoulderings training expenses such as dancewear and shoes, the association significantly contributes to the students' development.
One of the association's notable projects is the "Pointe Shoe Sponsorship." This initiative allows each student to receive two pairs of pointe shoes annually. According to Katharina Christl, rector of the school, every donation serves as a helping hand for dance as an art form and the future of young talent on German stages.
The association welcomes everyone to join its growing community of supporters in celebration of its 30th anniversary. Membership can be secured for 60 euros per year, with reductions available for retirees and students. By becoming a member, individuals can contribute to the growth and success of aspiring dancers.
The Palucca School of Dance, situated in Dresden, Germany, boasts a rich history and diverse educational programs. Education begins at the age of 10 with orientation classes, followed by talent promotion classes for students in grades 7 to 10. Admission to the three-year bachelor's degree program is competitive, decided in the final year. Additionally, the school offers master's programs in dance pedagogy and choreography, as well as a master class program.
[1] Dresden University of Music "Carl Maria von Weber"[2] Palucca School of Dance Alumni Webinar Series - Gret Palucca (Available on the official Palucca School of Dance website)[3] Collaboration with the Australian Ballet School and Canada's National Ballet School (Available on the official Palucca School of Dance website)
- The Palucca Association, serving as a community of dance enthusiasts, extends its support not only ideologically but materially, providing vocational training and financial aid for pointe shoes, promoting a lifestyle immersed in education-and-self-development and home-and-garden nurturing artistic expression.
- On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, the Palucca Association encourages vocational training for aspiring dancers through various initiatives, creating opportunities for learning, fostering innovation, and fostering a vibrant community of artists in the fields of contemporary, classical, and improvisational dance.
