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The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet (originally Christine Walsh Dance Centre) was founded in 1991 by Co-founders Christine Walsh AM and Ricardo Ella.

Established by Christine Walsh AM and Ricardo Ella, Ballet Conservatoire is renowned for its strong professional ballet training, preparing dancers for ballet and dance companies worldwide. The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet has a renowned reputation for its strong classical ballet training in preparation for a professional career in dance. The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet is both a classical ballet school and training program. The creation of Ballet Conservatoire Teacher Training and Assessment Program syllabus, Certificate III and IV in Dance and the full-time Diploma of Dance has enabled students to reach exemplary standards. All programs are based on the Vaganova method. Over 400 teachers now teach the ACB Training program in schools across Australia, United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, India, Hong Kong, Macau and the Philippines. The training at The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet has enabled many graduates to enter dance companies such as: The Royal Ballet, Houston Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, Australian Ballet and many other European companies.

29/10/2026

HAPPY WORLD BALLET DAY!!!

Dance on the barre. Dance in the centre. Dance onstage. Dance in the studio. Dance in the water. Dance in your hearts. Dance when you’re young. Dance when you’re old.

JUST. KEEP. DANCING.

13/10/2026

Congratulations to the students of the Academy of Dance Victoria (Victoria, Australia) on successfully completing their second batch of examinations in the Russian Vaganova-based Ballet Conservatoire’s training program!

We commend their hard work and dedication.

The students were examined by Ms Sarah Clisby ACBE.

Academy of Dance Victoria
Ballet Conservatoire

07/10/2026

Christine and I extend our heartfelt tribute to a truly special person, Cecile “Ces” Bartolome.

We are profoundly saddened by her passing, and our prayers and condolences are with her family during this difficult time.

Ces dedicated over fifteen years to creating beautiful costumes for our ballet productions, as well as numerous other dance organizations in the Philippines and Australia.

She will be deeply missed, and our hearts carry her memory with so much love.

Rest peacefully, Ces. You will be cherished and remembered forever.
💐❤️❤️

06/10/2026

Congratulations to the students of Carmel Amelia School of Dance (Victoria, Australia) on their successful examinations in the Russian Vaganova-based Ballet Conservatoire’s training program!

We commend their hard work and dedication.

The students were examined by Ms Sarah Clisby ACBE.

Ballet Conservatoire

22/09/2026

We are thrilled and honoured to welcome a new team member to our organisation - Ballet Conservatoire alumnus Benjamin Ella, who will assume the role of Development Manager.

Benjamin is a former Soloist of The Royal Ballet with over sixteen years of professional experience in performing, teaching, coaching, and mentoring within the international ballet community.

He graduated from The Royal Ballet School with a Diploma of Dance (Honours), jointly awarded as the Most Outstanding Male Graduate. His extensive performance career has taken him across Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America, collaborating with many leading dancers, choreographers, and arts organisations.

Benjamin plans to grow the organization by forging strategic initiatives, forming partnerships, offering scholarships, and securing sponsorships. He will play an integral role in the inaugural Ballet Conservatoire Prix, planned for December 2027, along with other programs that offer meaningful opportunities for dancers, teachers, and schools worldwide.

Welcome back, Benjamin!

Photos: 🎭Andre

22/09/2026

Congratulations to the students of R.I.S.E. Group (Victoria, Australia) on their successful examinations in the Russian Vaganova-based Ballet Conservatoire’s training program!

We commend their hard work and dedication.

The students were examined by Ms Joanne Grace- Morgan ACBE.

Ballet Conservatoire

14/09/2026

Congratulations to the students of Melbourne Studio of Ballet (Victoria, Australia) on their successful examinations in the Russian Vaganova-based Ballet Conservatoire’s training program!

We commend their hard work and dedication.

The students were examined by Ms Sarah Clisby ACBE.

Melbourne Studio of Ballet
Ballet Conservatoire

12/09/2026

Congratulations to the students of Noosa Professional Dance Academy (Queensland, Australia) on their successful examinations in the Russian Vaganova-based Ballet Conservatoire’s training program!

We commend their hard work and dedication.

The students were examined by Ms Joanne Grace- Morgan ACBE.

Noosa Professional Dance Academy
Ballet Conservatoire

03/09/2026

Congratulations to the students of Chaoee Kids Dance Company, Ishin Dance Studio, Life In Dance Studio, Shian Shi Dance School
The Point Of Creative Dance, Wuyu Ballet Academy and Ximubi Dance Studio (Taipei, Taiwan) on their successful examinations in the Russian Vaganova-based Ballet Conservatoire’s training program!

We commend their hard work and dedication.

The students were examined by Ms Christine Walsh AM, ACBE.

Ballet Conservatoire

02/09/2026

Many thanks to the Ballet Conservatoire Taiwan team led by Ms. I-Shiang Liu and Ms. Ting-Ting Huang for their warm hospitality hosting the Ballet Conservatoire’s successful six-day exam session, examined by BC author Ms. Christine Walsh AM, ACBE.

No doubt we will see some of these promising students performing in BC productions and competeing in BC Prix in December 2027!

Ballet Conservatoire

Address

4/2 Bromham Place
Richmond, VIC
3121

Telephone

+61394212000

Website

http://www.acbaustralia.com.au/

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