Rio Tinto’s Argyle Pink Diamonds is teaming up with the West Australian Ballet to launch the Rare Gem collaboration, a scholarship program supporting emerging ballet dancers in the company’s Young Artists Program. ✨
📚 What’s Included:
- A 12-month scholarship
- Professional stage experience
- Regional tour participation
- Personalized mentorship
- Pre-professional career training
💬 Rio Tinto Minerals CEO Sinead Kaufman said:
“Beauty and perfection drive both rare pink diamonds and ballet. Both require extreme pressure, dedication, and discipline.”
👑 The 2025 Rare Gem:
Samantha Green, a Young Artist and honors graduate from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, will be featured in every mainstage production, regional tour, and VIP event throughout 2025.
💬 Lauren Major, Executive Director of West Australian Ballet:
“Uncovering and nurturing dancers is like revealing rare diamonds—both processes require care, patience, and belief in brilliance.”
This partnership is more than a scholarship—it’s a glittering celebration of discipline, passion, and raw talent, backed by one of the world’s rarest luxury brands. 💫