SIGMA YOUTH
PROGRAMME
AUDITION [2026-27]

PROGRAMME DETAILS

Contemporary Dance Training for Emerging Dancers

The programme is led by Sigma's artistic director Hong Guofeng, resident choreographer Christina Chan, Sigma artists Germaine Cheng and Chua Chiok Woon as well as guest artists through weekly classes, workshops and rehearsals, which will eventually culminate in a performance that will be showcased at the end of the programme.​

The programme is ideal for dedicated young dancers with a strong foundation in contemporary dance who are ready to deepen their training and broaden their artistic range:

• Strengthen contemporary dance technique and physical awareness

• Develop greater movement clarity and performance presence

• Explore improvisation and creative research methods

• Experience the choreographic process with professional artists

• Understand how choreography is developed, rehearsed, and performed.

• Prepare for full-time dance training or a professional career

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/Eligibility & Requirements/​

• Age: 19 to 30 years old

• Dance Background: Open to dancers proficient in any genre, from street to contemporary to classical forms. Applicants should have a solid foundation in dance and a willingness to explore beyond their primary style.

• Improvisation Skills: Must be comfortable with improvisation, as the programme places strong emphasis on movement exploration, adaptability, and personal expression.

• Mindset: We’re looking for dancers who are open-minded, curious, and eager to challenge their physical and creative limits. The ability to collaborate and engage in co-creation with choreographers and fellow dancers is key.

• Commitment: Participants should be dedicated to consistent weekly training and be available for additional rehearsals leading up to the final production.

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/The following, will be covered during the programme/

• Basic ballet concepts

• Alignment & footwork

• Efficient release & control

• Floor work

• Flow & connection

• Improvisation

• Contact

• Creation

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/Programme duration/

May 2026 to April 2027

/Training hours/

Every Saturday, 11am to 1pm  (with possibility of extending to 11am - 2pm during performance preparation)

Note: Additional rehearsals will be added from Dec 2026 onwards (2 to 3 rehearsals a week)

[More details will be shared once you are selected for the programme. Do highlight any potential scheduling issues upon registration.]

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/Programme fee/

$360 per term

[total: 4 terms]

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/Scholarships and bursaries/

Scholarship(s) is/are available to the most outstanding dancer(s) who is/are selected for the programme.

Bursaries are available to those who are selected for the programme but are facing financial difficulties.

More details will be provided during the audition. You may also email us at info@sigmadance.co to enquire.

These schemes are applicable to students only.