Entry to The Apollo Theatre School is by application and audition only. Auditions for the 2010 intake will be held on Sunday 20th September 2009 – entries close 7th September 2009.
Application forms and information sheets can be downloaded – see ‘downloads’ at the bottom of this page.

Minimum entry requirements for entry into the Apollo Theatre School:

At least 16 years of age (by February 2010)
Holding at least NCEA Level 1 or equivalent (by February 2010)
Allowed to live and study in NZ

Those who audition successfully will be sent a Letter of Offer and will be invited to enrol in the school.

Please see the minimum school entry requirements listed above.

The Apollo Theatre School is looking for applicants who are advanced in one or more subjects and have experience or natural ability in other areas. Prospective students will need to display the kind of attitude and ability that with sufficient training will allow them to pursue a career in: performance, musical theatre, teaching or other related professions.
Please note that there is a $200 application fee - full application information is included in the application form. Audition details will be sent upon receipt of complete application.

Please see the minimum school entry requirements listed at the top of the page.

The Apollo Theatre School is looking for applicants who have a passion for performance, show natural ability, and display the kind of characteristics and attitude that will enable them to develop their skills and training to a higher standard. The Certificate programme is a stepping stone year in which students develop their strength, technique and skill so that they can go on to further training. Students do not need to be at an advanced level to enter this course, but they do need to have the right attitude and show sufficient potential.
Please note that there is a $200 application fee - full application information is included in the application form. Audition details will be sent upon receipt of complete application.

Please see the minimum school entry requirements listed at the top of the page.

The Apollo Theatre School is looking for applicants who have either:

Completed tertiary study in a performing arts or dance related subject
Completed tertiary study and have relevant experience
Experience as a teacher
Other life experiences which relate and contribute to their application to the TTP.
Applicants must be eligible to live and work in NZ.

Applicants will be assessed on a case by case basis and will be required to audition for a place on the course. As The Apollo Theatre School is committed to producing graduates at a certain standard and skill level, an assessment of their personal ability in the relevant dance disciplines as well as an interview process are part of the application process.
Please note that there is a $100 application fee - full application information is included in the application form. Audition details will be sent upon receipt of complete application.
Although The Apollo Theatre School is an NZQA registered school, the Teacher Training Programme has only recently been developed and is not yet approved or accredited by NZQA.

The enrolment process begins with a successful audition. If your audition is successful you will be sent a Letter of Offer to enrol in the school. See the enrolment flowchart (below) for an overview.
A maximum of 25 places for each level will be awarded however fewer places may be offered if less than 25 candidates are suitable for entry into the school.

Certificate & Diploma Application Form

TTP Application Form

Certificate & Diploma Audition Day Schedule & Preparation September 2009

TTP Entry & Audition Day Information September 2009

Pilates & Injury form

Enrolment process flowchart