Description

The BALLET ACADEMIC PROGRAM is a full-time (September to June), seven-level program that trains young artists for professional ballet careers. Students do intensive work in ballet and pointe technique and in higher levels, pas de deux and variations. In addition to classical training, students receive a comprehensive education in character and modern dance. The curriculum is augmented by classes in historical dance, conditioning, music, drama, repertoire, improvisation, choreography, visual art, dance history, creative movement, strength-training, and Pilates. REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Entrance to the Ballet Academic Program is by audition only. If you are unable to attend an audition in person, you may submit a video audition until June 1, 2026. Students who are accepted following their audition will be invited to attend Summer Session 2026, from July 6-25, 2026 in Winnipeg. This is the second step in the audition process for admission to the full-time Regular Session, which runs from September to June. Video auditions should be between 5 and 10 minutes and should demonstrate barre and centre work. Senior students (16 years and older) may include pointe work and/or a variation. As well, students auditioning by video must include: a recent photo of themselves facing front showing a tendu in 2nd position, arms in 2nd position; a letter of recommendation from their dance teacher; a completed Registration Form and payment of the Video Audition fee of $65 CAD.