Ballet Des Moines - video audition for — Seeking Trainees, Apprentices and Company Dancers for 2026-2027 Season — Trainee Program

Recorded Video
Rolling Audition - No Due Date Provided

Video Requirements:

Interested candidates should direct the following to [email protected]: CV Headshot 2-3 full body dance photos that show body proportions and line. A recent video (with no introduction or complex editing) including the following selections in form fitting dance attire: 1 short selection of classical repertoire, danced en pointe if appropriate. 1 selection of contemporary repertoire that illustrates the dancer’s command of a range of movement and artistry that contrasts their classical work. 3-5 minutes of barre work showing both sides. 3-5 minutes of center work including adagio, pirouettes, petit and grand allegro, danced en pointe if appropriate. Examples of partnering experience are greatly encouraged.

Audition Description

Upon completing the form, interested candidates should direct the following to [email protected]. CV Headshot 2-3 full body dance photos that show body proportions and line. Regardless of online submission or in-person audition, dancers are required to send a recent video (with no introduction or complex editing) including the following selections in form fitting dance attire: 1 short selection of classical repertoire, danced en pointe if appropriate. 1 selection of contemporary repertoire that illustrates the dancer’s command of a range of movement and artistry that contrasts their classical work. 3-5 minutes of barre work showing both sides. 3-5 minutes of center work including adagio, pirouettes, petit and grand allegro, danced en pointe if appropriate. Examples of partnering experience are greatly encouraged.

Associated Jobs

Seeking Trainees, Apprentices and Company Dancers for 2026-2027 Season

Associated Programs

Trainee Program
Updated: Jan. 13, 2026