13 August 2024 11:23
Results of the 2024 Shirley Treacy Awards Semi-Finals in Townsville, QLD Announced
We are pleased to announce the results of the Townsville, QLD Semi-Finals of the 2024 Shirley Treacy Awards. The second of four semi-finals saw dancers from the region shine in an expert, open class with Yvette Scholtz (Cronin) with the event adjudicated by the distinguished Sharyn Constable.
We are continually delighted to witness the display of excellent technique, performance and artistry from such hard-working, dedicated young dancers. Each dancer exuded poise and professionalism while performing for the adjudicator and the event's live audience.
A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors and each individual who contributed to making this event a success. Your support and commitment are invaluable to the RAD Australia and the participating dancers.
Semi-Finals Overview
The Shirley Treacy Awards offer a unique platform for registered students from each city to participate in an open class adjudicated by an experienced RAD examiner. After each class, the examiner selects and announces the finalists, who then perform their chosen dance or variation as a solo. For the Advanced levels, this includes a contemporary solo. These performances are recorded by the RAD and securely sent to our guest adjudicators, who will later determine the overall prize recipients.
This year, we are thrilled to provide finalists with the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience during a relaxed finalist presentation after the official finals recording. This special presentation allows parents, family, and teachers to celebrate the finalists' achievements in a supportive and joyous atmosphere.
Download the Digital Programme here
Results: Townsville Semi-Finals
Grade 4 and 5
- T120 - Arden Jane Mitchell, Coaching with Kady
- T122 – Izalea Patuwai, Mount Isa School of Dance
- T124 – Ava Pemble, Gold City Dance Studios
Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate
- T211 - Peyton Prothero, The Dance Collective
- T214 – Maddison McDonald, The Dance Collective
- T216 – Mia Bonaventura, The Dance Collective
- T219 – Elsie Reeve, Ann Roberts School of Dance
Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
- T313 – Lainey Griffiths, Townsville Academy of Performing Arts
- T318 – Charli Higgins, Ann Roberts School of Dance
- T320 – Hadley Short, Ann Roberts School of Dance
- T321 – Sarah Marshman, Ann Roberts school of Dance
Honourable Mentions
- T221 – Isabella Vardanega, Rhythm Edge Dance Studio
- T315 – Lily Bastin-Byrne, Townsville Academy of Performing Arts
Upcoming Dates
- Cairns – Sunday, 25 August
- Rockhampton – Sunday, 1 September
- Online Finals and Awards Presentation – Sunday, 8 September
We look forward to the upcoming semi-finals and celebrating the talent of all participants. The talent and dedication of these young dancers is truly admirable and shows their love and passion for dance. We wish all finalists the best of luck in the finals and thank everyone involved for their continued support.
