23 October 2024 13:11
RAD Australia is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Susan Sargison Awards. The awards ceremony, held on Saturday, 19 October in Tasmania was a tremendous success, showcasing the exceptional talent and dedication of young dancers. Adjudicated by the renowned Susan Sargison DIP ABS, ARAD, RTS RAD and led by expert class teacher, Susan Hill Henning LRAD ARAD, the event was a true celebration of excellence in dance.
We want to congratulate the winners on the day and all participants who showcased such confidence in their performance and strength in their technique. We are always so pleased to celebrate dance and recognise the talent in our communities with the prestigious awards recognising the outstanding achievements of dancers in various grades. We are grateful for the ongoing support of our local and national Sponsors, whose generous support allows us to host these events.
The results are as follows:
Grade 1
WINNERS | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Zara Hall | Dance Pointe Academy |
Runner-Up | Jade Avalos | Caroline Small School of Dance |
Encouragement Award | Isla Barber | Dance Pointe Academy |
Grade 2
WINNERS | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Lana Mitchell | Caroline Small School of Dance |
Runner-Up | Eloise Kottaras | Caroline Small School of Dance |
Encouragement Award | Aspen Maynard | Dance Pointe Academy |
Honourable Mention | Stella Gurr | Dance Pointe Academy |
Grade 3
WINNERS | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Chloe Taylor | House of Dance |
Runner-Up | Esther Cassidy | Dance Pointe Academy |
Encouragement Award | Zara Carter | Barbara Todd Ballet School |
Grade 4
WINNERS | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Evelyn Churchill | House of Dance |
Runner-Up | Bronte Habermann | Caroline Small School of Dance |
Encouragement Award | Brigitte Gravell | House of Dance |
Grade 5
WINNERS | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Zoe Weeding | Dance Pointe Academy |
Runner-Up | Stephanie Shannon | Barbara Todd Ballet School |
Encouragement Award | Harper Saunders | Dance Pointe Academy |
Encouragement Scholarship
WINNER | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Sydney McInnes | House of Dance |
Most Potential Susan Sargison Overall Winner
WINNER | NAME | DANCE SCHOOL |
First Place | Zoe Weeding | Dance Pointe Academy |