The National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) is urging aspiring circus performers to submit their applications for entry into the 2010 Bachelor of Circus Arts course by 4th September 2009, to be part of the talented group of circus artists training at the institution.

From 25th September 2009, NICA trainers will be visiting each state to hold auditions. Those with a flair for the physical and a desire for a challenge will have the opportunity to apply for this prestigious course, with successful applicants participating in the three-year full time degree, conferred by Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne.

The only circus degree of its kind available for study in Australia, NICA’s ‘Bachelor of Circus Arts’ attracts applicants from across Australia and overseas. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent to be eligible for this program.

NICA graduates are highly employable, knowledgeable and creative, with awe-inspiring circus and performance skills. Graduates have gone on to establish careers in Australia and internationally in acclaimed companies including Cirque du Soleil and Australia’s own Circus Oz. Some students have gone on to form their own companies and tour the world to perform in prestigious festivals.

Over sixty young people currently study at NICA’s world-class facility in Melbourne, with a steely determination to graduate with a degree and a competitive advantage to perform and compete for jobs on the world circus and physical performance stage.

Auditions for entry into the Bachelor of Circus Arts in 2010 are being held in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth in September and October. Applications close on:

Friday 4 September 2009 for local applicants (attending auditions)
Friday 18 September 2009 for international and geographically remote applicants (applying by DVD/ Video.)

Audition dates are as follows:

Melbourne, Fri 25 Sept, NICA, Prahran VIC
Sydney, Mon 28 Sept, Aerialize, Marrickville NSW
Brisbane, Tues 29 Sept, Robertson Gymnastics Academy, Tingalpa QLD
PerthTBC
Adelaide TBC
Melbourne, Sun 11 Oct, NICA, Prahran VIC

Applicants are required to register for an audition via the NICA website at www.nica.com.au or by phoning NICA on 03 9214 6975.