ELEVATE is an audition preparation programme for young dancers in Yorkshire.

Designed to support young dancers who are considering auditioning for NSCD’s undergraduate courses, ELEVATE will help build your skills and confidence over the course of 8 months.

WHO is it for?

We’re looking for committed, enthusiastic and passionate young people who are considering a future career in dance. Students should currently be in Year 10 (starting Year 11 in September 2026) and above.

Participants must also belong to at least 1 of the following groups:

• ​​IMD Quintile 1 & 2*
• Male-identifying
• From the Global Majority (more on what this means here)

*Calculated from a postcode check:

​IMD: IMD Postcode Checker (fscbiodiversity.uk)

Students should not already be taking part in NSCD’s Centre for Advanced Training scheme.

ELEVATE is no longer taking bookings for 2026-27

For more information, please contact our Access & Participation team: access@nscd.ac.uk