We are now accepting auditions for the 2024-25 school year. You can arrange for an in-person or video audition; please note, however, that if sending a video, it is likely we will want to see you in person either at our Summer Intensive or at an in-person class.
Students need to Pre-Register, and the audition fee is $40. Please send a DVD/YouTube link with classwork to be considered for our program. Students may attend an in-person audition at any time.
Contact us for more information: Contact: [email protected] | 941.351.6005| Audition Fee $40
Audition Description
Named after Assistant Director of The Sarasota Ballet, Margaret Barbieri, the Conservatory offers a pre-professional training experience for talented young dancers. Led by Education Director Christopher Hird and Assistant Education Director Dierdre Miles Burger, the exceptional instructional staff is committed to providing the highest quality dance education in an inclusive and nurturing environment.
Our philosophy of training is to educate and train young dancers to become not only technically strong and versatile but also have a true sense of clean, classical artistry, musicality, and style. We also believe in supporting a dancer’s mental health through collaboration with Artists Becoming and our Wellness Team. We work to guide our students as they prepare for a career in the dance industry or higher education. The Conservatory offers a safe place for students to grow and develop at their own pace with small class sizes and individual attention