Dance Auditions for "Nutcracker" Ballet

Seeking dancers ages 7 and up for "Nutcracker" Ballet. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Attire: Girls - black leotard, pink/skin-toned tights, hair in a bun, add leggings or shorts for jazz/contemporary roles Boys - tighter fitting, solid-colored clothes that are easy to move in, ballet shoes, or socks. Tumblers - Leotard & leggings/shorts, bare feet, tumbling shoes, or clean tennis shoes. Supplies: Dancers should bring ballet shoes, pointe shoes (if applicable), jazz shoes, and character skirts (if you already own one). Dancers should also be prepared to dance barefoot (no socks). Convertible tights are strongly recommended for quick transitions. Audition Form & Audition Fee: All dancers auditioning will need to fill out the audition form. Audition fees will be paid online upon form submission. RESULTS: Families can expect to hear about casting results up to 2 weeks following the audition. Audition results will be sent out via email. Families will then be asked to join our Nutcracker BAND group. REHEARSAL INFORMATION: Rehearsals will be held on Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays beginning in Early September. Please assume 1 rehearsal hour/week for as many parts as you receive (Ex, 3 parts = *at least* 3 hours/week). ALL rehearsals are mandatory, and attendance is taken at each rehearsal. TECH WEEK: The dates/rehearsals are MANDATORY for all participants. Please reserve these days in your family calendars. Sunday, November 30th - FULL Run @ Synergy Dance Academy Monday, December 1st - Load In (no dancers) Volunteers Needed @ Hemmens Tuesday & Wednesday, December 2nd & 3rd - Dress Rehearsal @ Hemmens (4:30pm start) Thursday & Friday, December 4th & 5th - FULL Run Dress Rehearsal @ Hemmens (4:30pm start) PRODUCTION DATES Saturday, December 6th - 12:00 pm Saturday, December 6th - 5:00 pm Sunday, December 7th - 12:00 pm Note that a fee will be applied. If interested, please apply.