Dance Academy
Series Overview
At Sydney's National Dance Academy, a few talented youngsters are recruited for the excruciatingly tough course. It follows Tara Webster, a sheepfarmgirl who's ambition is to be the next best ballerina. Jewish long line of doctors' heir Samuel 'Sammy' and minor juvenile offender Christian are the outsiders but gradually fit in, making new kinds of friends. Star ballerina's daughter Kat also introduces them in the circle of last-year brother Ethan, who already aspires a career as choreographer. Also Abigail, a smart young girl who'll walk over dead bodies to reach the stars tries to sabotage everything and everyone.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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3 Seasons • 65 Episodes
24–30 min per episode
2010 – 2013
Premiered: Mon, May 31, 2010
Latest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 13: “Not for Nothing”
It's judgment day. The Third Years sit before the Company panel and learn their fate - who will be offered a professional contract with the National Ballet Company and who will have to find a new dream?
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Dance Academy - Series 1 TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-12-24
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joanna Werner, Samantha Strauss
Samantha Strauss
Martin McGrath
Joanna Werner, Bernadette O'Mahony
Department Leadership Roster
Joanna Werner
Producer
Martin McGrath
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
General — Suitable for all ages.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dance Academy
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What is Dance Academy about?
At Sydney's National Dance Academy, a few talented youngsters are recruited for the excruciatingly tough course. It follows Tara Webster, a sheepfarmgirl who's ambition is to be the next best ballerina. Jewish long line of doctors' heir Samuel 'Sammy' and minor juvenile offender Christian are the outsiders but gradually fit in, making new kinds of friends. Star ballerina's daughter Kat also introduces them in the circle of last-year brother Ethan, who already aspires a career as choreographer. Also Abigail, a smart young girl who'll walk over dead bodies to reach the stars tries to sabotage everything and everyone.
How many seasons does Dance Academy have?
Dance Academy comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Dance Academy?
Key cast members in Dance Academy include Xenia Goodwin, Alicia Banit, Dena Kaplan, Isabel Durant, Jordan Rodrigues.
Who created or directed Dance Academy?
Dance Academy was developed and directed by Joanna Werner, Samantha Strauss.