Madach School of Dance

Madách Táncművészeti Iskola

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Budapest, Madách Tánc- és Színművészeti Szakgimnázium és Alapfokú Művészeti Iskola:, Angol u. 75, 1149 Hungary
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About Madach School of Dance

Madách Művészeti Iskola is an EuroPAS-awarded dance school in Budapest founded by Sárközi Gyula, a former ballet master of the Hungarian State Opera and artistic director of the Madách Theatre dance company. The school was established in 2001 and serves more than four hundred students from preschool age through 22 years old. It operates two locations: the main facility in Zugló and a studio in Buda.

The school offers training in classical ballet, folk dance, modern dance, musical theatre, and American tap. Programs include preparatory gymnastics for children ages 3–6, and certificate-granting training for ages 6–22. The curriculum includes a nine-year classical ballet program and theatre dance training starting from ninth grade. The school introduced musical dance teaching in Hungary and operates as a practice school connected with the Hungarian Dance Academy.

Students receive instruction from recognized choreographers, soloists, and dance teachers in small groups. Training includes individual development, stage practice, and regular half-yearly exam performances. Students perform in the school’s own productions staged in professional theatres and regularly appear in Madách Theatre productions and Hungarian Festival Ballet performances. The school also offers summer day camps.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Madach School of Dance?

An EuroPAS award-winning dance and theatre arts school founded by Sárközi Gyula, former ballet master of the Hungarian State Opera and artistic director of the Madách Theatre dance company. The institution serves over 400 students across multiple divisions and focuses on developing musical dance education in a supportive atmosphere. The school introduced musical dance teaching to Hungary and operates as a practice school closely linked with the Hungarian Dance Academy.

Where is Madach School of Dance located?

The school has two locations in Budapest: the main campus at 1149 Budapest, Angol u. 75 in Zugló, and a studio at 1114 Budapest, Bartók Béla út 62 in Buda.

What does Madach School of Dance offer?

The school offers musical dance education and a complex dance training system including classical ballet, folk dance, modern dance, musical theatre, and American tap. Programs include preparatory gymnastics for preschool children, formal certificate-granting education, basic dance training, parallel arts education with general schooling, classical ballet specialization, and theatre dance training. Training is provided in small groups with individual development, stage practice, parent consultation, and public evaluation. Summer day camps are also available.

Who is Madach School of Dance for?

Students from preschool age through 22 years old can join. Applications for basic dance training can be submitted continuously through the website, and applicants are invited to a free dance level assessment before joining. Entry to secondary school dance training is handled through the standard secondary school admission process. No prior dance training is required for summer camps.

What ages, levels, or audiences does Madach School of Dance cater for?

The school caters to students from preschool age (3 years old) through 22 years old. Programs include preparatory courses for ages 3-6, certificate-granting education for ages 6-22, and parallel arts education for ages 10-19.

What opportunities does Madach School of Dance offer?

Yes. Students perform in their own productions staged in professional theatres and regularly appear in Madách Theatre productions and Hungarian Festival Ballet productions. The school provides routine half-yearly examination performances and performances in professional theatres. Students learn from recognized masters, well-known choreographers, domestic soloist dancers, and dance teachers.

What teaching methods or syllabus does Madach School of Dance follow?

The school follows a complex training curriculum with weekly three-times-per-week instruction. Training includes classical ballet, folk dance, modern dance, musical theatre, American tap, and acting. The school's main professional goal is developing musical dance education, and it operates as a practice school closely linked with the Hungarian Dance Academy. Vocational training encompasses classical ballet, folk dance, theatre dance, and acting training.

Does Madach School of Dance offer performances, competitions, or events?

Yes. The school provides routine half-yearly examination performances and students perform in their own productions staged in professional theatres. Students regularly appear in professional productions at Madách Theatre and with the Hungarian Festival Ballet.

How can I contact Madach School of Dance?

Main Zugló location phone: +36/1-222-14-02, email: redacted@example.com. Leadership email: redacted@example.com. Budai Studio phone: +36/70-453-13-29, email: redacted@example.com.

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