Dance students in Wagga have held their ballet exams a bit differently this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Rather than bring an examiner to the studio to judge students face-to-face, Yvonne O'Connor School of Dancing has instead filmed their examinations to be sent virtually.
Studio owner Yvonne O'Connor said that a senior student assisted with filming, and despite the "very challenging" COVID climate, the exams went along smoothly and were enjoyed by all students.
"It was an experience for them dancing to a camera, rather than for a person," Mrs O'Connor said.
Around 30 children completed their Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) ballet examinations at the studio this month.
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As a teacher Mrs O'Connor is not allowed in to the studio to watch the examinations take place, but she said each student seemed very happy when they walked out.
"It just makes them achieve something [and] work towards something," she said of the exam process.
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Emily Wind
Originally from Lake Macquarie, Emily kickstarted her journalism career in Tumut before moving to the Daily Advertiser in Wagga where she covers Health and Features. Got a story tip? Email emily.wind@austcommunitymedia.com.au, or call 0457 459 095.
Originally from Lake Macquarie, Emily kickstarted her journalism career in Tumut before moving to the Daily Advertiser in Wagga where she covers Health and Features. Got a story tip? Email emily.wind@austcommunitymedia.com.au, or call 0457 459 095.
