2026 – 2027 Season

Ballet
Grand Prix

A stage for the next generation of classical and contemporary dancers.

Founded in Scotland, 2015 · Welcoming dancers from around the world

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Semi-Finals · September 2026·Finals · February 2027·Dundee, Scotland

The Ethos

An educational stage, set for young dancers

A young dancer in the wings before the Grand Défilé

Ballet Grand Prix was founded in 2015 by Sindy Monson to support young dancers in Scotland. It has since grown to welcome dancers from all parts of the world.

The ethos of the competition is to create an educational and enjoyable event that helps support the further training of the dancer. Under the direction of Constance Devernay-Laurence and Sindy Monson, guests from the professional dance community support the Ballet Grand Prix as teachers, pianists and judges — a vibrant platform where young dancers are nurtured by current professionals. A growing number of supporters offer prizes to assist young dancers in their future development and training.

Direction · Constance Devernay-Laurence & Sindy Monson

The Programme

Three movements of one evening

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Act I

Masterclasses

Dancers take part in a masterclass led by dance professionals.

A masterclass in progress
Masterclasses
II

Act II

Competition

Dancers perform classical and contemporary solos on the main stage.

A dancer performing a solo on stage
Competition
III

Act III

Grand Défilé

Every dancer has the opportunity to perform together as part of the Grand Défilé.

Dancers performing together in the Grand Défilé
Grand Défilé

The Grand Défilé,
danced by everyone

The finale that belongs to every dancer who takes the stage.

Beyond the Grand Prix

Our team also presents Contemporary Ballet

An additional competition event from the BGP team, dedicated to contemporary work.

Additional Event

Contemporary Ballet

A companion competition for dancers exploring contemporary repertoire.

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2026 – 2027 Season

Dates & Venues

Semi-Final · London

20 September 2026

The Place

17 Duke’s Road,
London WC1H 9PY

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Semi-Final · Glasgow

27 September 2026

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Wallace Studios,
210 Garscube Road,
Glasgow G4 9RR

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The Final · Dundee

13 – 14 February 2027

The Gardyne Theatre

Dundee & Angus College, Gardyne,
Gardyne Rd, Broughty Ferry,
Dundee DD5 1NY
13 FebPre-Juniors only
14 FebJunior, Mid & Senior

Final schedule released September 2026.

Registration

Take your place on the main stage

Join dancers from around the world for a season of masterclasses, competition and the Grand Défilé.

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London 20 Sep & Glasgow 27 Sep 2026 · Finals · Dundee 13–14 Feb 2027