Charlotte Ballet - Trainee Program - Pre-Professional Division

701 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
30 hours/week
Company affiliated
No education access
Stipend offering unknown
Styles: General Classical
Competitive
Financial Aid
In Person

Description

The Pre-Professional Division is a year-round program open to dancers ages 15-21 by audition only and offers intensive study in ballet, pointe, male and female variations, pas de deux, men’s technique, modern and jazz. Our goal is to provide a transitional experience from the academic training setting to the world of professional dance. These students have the opportunity to work and perform with the Charlotte Ballet, and are considered for future employment with Charlotte Ballet II and the first Company. Our ultimate goal is to increase the stylistic range and versatility of our dancers, increasing their chances of a prosperous professional career with a variety of companies. Charlotte Ballet Academy is not an SEVP certified school.

Sessions

Heart
Session Information
Ages:

15-21

Dates:

8/26/24-6/1/25

Men's Program?

Unknown

Tuition Options
- None Provided

Housing - Unavailable Housing

Session Description

Trainees engage in 30 hours per week of classes and rehearsals that comprise the Pre-Professional Division curriculum. Trainees rehearse and perform original choreographic works and repertoire ranging from classical to contemporary as part of Charlotte Ballet Repertory Ensemble. Trainees have opportunities to perform in Charlotte Ballet company productions. The Trainee is a tuition-based position.

Heart
Session Information
Ages:

15-21

Dates:

8/26/24-6/1/25

Men's Program?

Yes

Tuition Options
- None Provided

Housing - Unavailable Housing

Session Description

Centered upon classical ballet, our training provides a dynamic curriculum that also emphasizes a range of contemporary dance techniques. Dancers develop proficiency and artistry through their full schedule of classes, rehearsals and performances. Male dancers train with Charlotte Ballet Pre-Professional program’s esteemed faculty, including Academy Associate Director and head of Men’s Program, Laszlo Berdo. For more information, contact Laszlo Berdo.

Last updated: Oct. 4, 2024