The National Master Audition – Audition for 20 Top Companies in One Location!

For dancers looking to advance their careers in ballet without the hefty costs of a multi-city audition tour, the National Master Audition is your perfect solution. This unique platform allows you to be seen by numerous company directors all in one location, providing access to ballet jobs, trainee programs, second companies, and summer intensives. Whether you're seeking ballet training or a professional contract, this is your opportunity to shine!

Audition Dates & Participating Companies

Session 1: December 27-28, 2024

• Atlantic City Ballet
• Ballet 5:8
• Ballet California
• Ballet Mélange
• Ballet North Texas
• Boulder Ballet
• Dayton Ballet
• Diablo Ballet
• Milwaukee Ballet
• Minnesota Ballet

Session 2: December 30-31, 2024

• American Midwest Ballet
• Ballet Arkansas
• Ballet Austin
• Ballet California
• Ballet Hartford
• Ballet Theatre of Maryland
• Colorado Ballet
• Golden State Ballet
• Louisville Ballet
• Nevada Ballet Theatre
• Utah Metropolitan Ballet

Summer Intensive Audition: December 29, 2024

As a bonus, dancers participating in the National Master Audition will also have the chance to audition for highly sought-after ballet summer intensives. This summer intensive audition is included in the professional audition price.

Participating Summer Intensive Programs:

• American Midwest Ballet
• Ballet 5:8
• Ballet Mélange
• Ballet North Texas
• Ballet California
• Colorado Ballet
• Diablo Ballet
• Golden State Ballet
• Louisville Ballet
• Milwaukee Ballet
• Nevada Ballet Theatre

Registration & Pricing

One Session:

• $400 Early Bird (Book by September 15th)
• $435 (Book from September 15th - November 30th)
• $450 (On or after December 1st)

Both Sessions – Save $150!

• $650 Early Bird (Book by September 15th)
• $720 (Book from September 15th - November 30th)
• $750 (On or after December 1st)

Why Attend?

The National Master Audition in California offers a streamlined opportunity for dancers to audition for multiple prestigious ballet companies without the financial burden of individual audition tours. This event, hosted at the Lauridsen Ballet Centre in Torrance, CA, brings together top companies looking for talent for their trainee programs, second companies, and professional ballet jobs. Space is limited, so be sure to register early!

The audition is partnered with BalletScout, a trusted resource for dancers aiming to advance their professional careers. This partnership ensures that dancers are connected with the right opportunities, all in one convenient platform.

Location:

Lauridsen Ballet Centre
Home of Ballet California
1261 Sartori Ave, Torrance, CA

For more details, https://www.balletcalifornia.org/national-master-audition and take the next step in your ballet career!