CLAUDIA DEAN SCHOLARSHIPS
Contemporary Division
CD Scholarships will launch its new Contemporary Division, offering dancers cash prizes, stage experience, industry recognition, and training opportunities with world-renowned institutions.
Our Dates, Our Judges + Coaches
11th & 12th April 2026: Thomas Dixon Centre
BENEFITS OF CDS 2026
At CDS, every dancer is given the opportunity to perform their own solo without the pressure of elimination rounds.
Our panel of expert judges carefully selects the top 8 finalists. These finalists are then invited to perform their chosen solo once more in our Finals, where they compete for the chance to be a CDS winner & win cash prizes.
Every dancer will take class with one of our esteemed judges and talent scouts, gaining direct feedback, personalised corrections, and the invaluable opportunity to be scouted for future training or professional pathways.
We are proud to partner with leading training institutions around the world to offer exclusive opportunities for exceptional dancers, selected at the discretion of each organisation.
Opt for our Deluxe Entry to receive professionally captured photos delivered to you after the event. For the ultimate experience, choose the Ultra-Deluxe Entry and receive both personalised photos & video of your solo performance.
Day 1 - Judged Class & Contemporary Solos
Dancers participate in a judged contemporary class on stage with our Coach, followed by their contemporary solo performance.
Day 2 - Awards Masterclasses & Finals
Participants take part in the following:
- Exclusive Masterclasses with the Judges
- Finals Performances
- Q&A Session
- Meet & Greet
- Guest Performance
CASH PRIZES AND ADDITIONAL AWARDS
$10,500+ CASH CHEQUE PRIZES
In honour of Claudia's mum and her love for Claudia Dean Collections & photoshoots. This prize winner will receive a photoshoot opportunity with Claudia Dean World in an upcoming collection.
Claudia Dean will personally select the winner who demonstrates great potential, awarding them a $500 AUD CDW Gift Card.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
By participating in CDS 2026, you have the chance to receive a training opportunity from The Sydney Dance Company.