Character/Folkloric

Alida Segal in performance

Character/folkloric dance is now a dynamic dance form which originally stemmed from the rich cultures of European countries and also the Far East. Closely linked to classical ballet and following a similar class structure, character dance is a major part of training for classical dancers and provides a fun and expressive outlet for dancers of all abilities and age groups.

Principal Teacher – Alida Segal

Alida originally trained in classical ballet with Kathleen Gorham O.B.E. in Melbourne but quickly found her niche in Character/Folkloric dance. Her talent took her to Russia where she trained and danced with the Moiseyev Dance Company which was an extreme honour for a westerner during the cold war. In addition she co-founded and danced in the Kolobok Folkloric Dance Company in Melbourne. She is a highly sought after and respected teacher in the field of character dance.