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Dance Academy

2010·Show
65Episodes in3Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb8.0Metacritic–9.4
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Dance Academy fingerprint

High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Romantic and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Romance7
  • Catharsis7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Some sharp wit and cringe comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor5
  • Situational Comedy4

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

At Sydney's National Dance Academy, a few talented youngsters are recruited for the excruciatingly tough course. It follows Tara Webster, a sheepfarmgirl who's ambition is to be the next best ballerina. Jewish long line of doctors' heir Samuel 'Sammy' and minor juvenile offender Christian are the outsiders but gradually fit in, making new kinds of friends. Star ballerina's daughter Kat also introduces them in the circle of last-year brother Ethan, who already aspires a career as choreographer. Also Abigail, a smart young girl who'll walk over dead bodies to reach the stars tries to sabotage everything and everyone.
Teen DramaDanceComing-of-AgeFriendshipRomancePerforming ArtsPersonal GrowthCompetition

Crew

Directed by:
Ian Watson, Jeffrey Walker, Ian Gilmour
Written by:
Samantha Strauss, Sam Carroll, Sarah Lambert
Produced by:
Joanna Werner
Composed by:
Bryony Marks

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Dance Academy

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Where can I stream Dance Academy legally?

PrimePeacockHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVFawesomeCineversePeacock Premium+

Dance Academy is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dance Academy worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dance Academy rated?

TV-PGStrong language

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Dance Academy have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 65 episodes of about 24 minutes each.

When did Dance Academy air?

It ran from 2010 to 2013 and has ended.

What language is Dance Academy in?

EnglishJapanese

It was made in English, with some Japanese. Produced in Australia, Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Dance Academy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dance Academy in 82 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dance Academy use?

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TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Dance Academy, including Technician vs. Performer, Pair the Spares, Continuity Nod.