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Stage Dancer Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Bühnentänzer/in (Ausbildung)

The vocational training as a Stage Dancer is a 3-year school-based program at vocational schools, leading to a state examination. It provides comprehensive general and specialized content essential for a professional career in dance and does not require prior vocational training.

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What you do

  • Daily intensive dance training in various styles (e.g., ballet, modern, jazz)
  • Rehearsing for performances and choreographies
  • Developing new dance pieces and roles
  • Maintaining physical fitness and condition
  • Developing stage presence and expressive ability
  • Collaborating with choreographers, directors, and other dancers

Requirements

  • Excellent physical fitness, resilience, and coordination
  • Musicality and a strong sense of rhythm
  • Artistic talent and strong expressive ability
  • High discipline, endurance, and willingness to learn
  • Teamwork skills and flexibility
  • Good health and physical constitution

Career prospects

  1. 1Engagements at theaters, opera houses, and musical stages
  2. 2Work in independent dance companies and for film/television productions
  3. 3Dance pedagogy and teaching activities
  4. 4Choreography or artistic direction
  5. 5Further training in related artistic or organizational professions

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Stage Dancer Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 800 to 1,000 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Stage Dancer Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 3 years.

What German level do I need for a Stage Dancer Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Stage Dancer Ausbildung?

Excellent physical fitness, resilience, and coordination; Musicality and a strong sense of rhythm; Artistic talent and strong expressive ability; High discipline, endurance, and willingness to learn.

Where can I find open Stage Dancer Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Stage Dancer

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.