The Royal Academy of Dance is pleased to present the Betsy Sawers Awards 2026.
The Betsy Sawers Awards honours the contribution of RAD Life Member Betsy Sawers whilst providing exciting performance opportunities for Students in ACT and The Riverina. The Royal Academy of Dance welcome students who are permanent residents of ACT / The Riverina and have passed their RAD Exam in 2026 are eligible to enter.
Students from the ACT/Riverina region who have entered an RAD Exam in 2026 are eligible for entry into these Awards; and must be entered by their current RAD Registered Teacher. Awards are offered from Grade 2 to Advanced 2 levels.
Prior to submitting an entry, all candidates, parents and teachers should ensure they have read the event flyer, including the Conditions for Entry, in full. You will be required to confirm you have read, understand, and agree to abide by these Conditions prior to submitting your entry.
Click here to view the 2026 Betsy Sawers Award flyer.
Date:
Sunday 20th September 2026
Venue:
Gungahlin Theatre,
23 Gozzard St
Gungahlin ACT 2912
Entry Fee:
Grade 2 - 8: $68.00
Intermediate Foundation - Advanced 2: $78.00
Closing Date:
Tuesday 8 September 2026
Timetable:

*The timetable is subject to change after student entries close due to class numbers.
Contact Details:
Laura Pike
0426 723 327
LPike@rad.org.au
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