Audition Information
Welcome to the Nutcracker:REMIXED website. Auditions will take place on 9/9 with callbacks on 9/11. This is a community event open to dancers ages 8 & up. This is an updated version of the Nutcracker. We welcome dancers with not only ballet experience, but jazz, tap, Salsa, Swing and Hip Hop. Auditions for principal roles will take place on September 9 with call backs on September 11. Principal roles include Clara, Nutcracker Prince, Mouse King, Sugar Plum Fairy, Snow Queen, Dew Drop, Mother Ginger, Chocolate, Marzipan, Tea, and Coffee. Ensemble cast includes Snowflakes and Candy Cane and Party Scene dancers. Rehearsals as called will be M/T/W/Th from 4:00-8:00. Dancers will be given specific times and dates to rehearse.
Nutcracker:REMIXED Auditions:
Monday, September 9, 2024
Age 7 – 12, 4:00 – 4:40pm
Age 13 – 16, 4:45pm – 5:40
Age 17 & Up: 5:45 – 6:45pm
Callbacks
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
TBD
Dancers from local studios and schools are encouraged to audition. Beginner through advanced levels are welcome. There is no fee for auditioning. Once casting is finished dancers will need to enroll in the following sections:
Nutcracker:REMIXED: Main Cast (7+ Years) (30255)
Nutcracker:REMIXED: Tech Rehearsals (3+ Years) (30256)
Dancers will need to supply their own dance shoes.
Important dates and times:
Sept. 4 - Audition registration closes
Sept. 12 - Casting is finalized and published on website
Sept. 16 - Rehearsals begin
Dec. 2 - 13 - Tech Week (No Absences)
Performance: Dec. 14 @ 2pm
*Audition note: We know that this may be a first audition experience for our participants. We are very excited to warmly welcome them into a performing arts environment.
Rehearsals:
Pieces will be rehearsed in blocks meaning your group will have a specific time slot and may not be needed every week. Rehearsal times will be age appropriate for our younger dancers. Exact schedules will be set after auditions and casting.
Nutcracker:REMIXED Auditions:
Monday, September 9, 2024
Age 7 – 12, 4:00 – 4:40pm
Age 13 – 16, 4:45pm – 5:40
Age 17 & Up: 5:45 – 6:45pm
Callbacks
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
TBD
Dancers from local studios and schools are encouraged to audition. Beginner through advanced levels are welcome. There is no fee for auditioning. Once casting is finished dancers will need to enroll in the following sections:
Nutcracker:REMIXED: Main Cast (7+ Years) (30255)
Nutcracker:REMIXED: Tech Rehearsals (3+ Years) (30256)
Dancers will need to supply their own dance shoes.
Important dates and times:
Sept. 4 - Audition registration closes
Sept. 12 - Casting is finalized and published on website
Sept. 16 - Rehearsals begin
Dec. 2 - 13 - Tech Week (No Absences)
Performance: Dec. 14 @ 2pm
*Audition note: We know that this may be a first audition experience for our participants. We are very excited to warmly welcome them into a performing arts environment.
- Each participant will be given a number to wearand have their photo taken.
- Each age group will be invited into the rehearsal space in groups and asked to do simple tasks so we can see their personality and measure their level of technique.
- They will be allowed a re-do if they make a mistake. Our focus is fostering a love for the Arts and building a wonderful community production for ALL to enjoy!
- Parents are not permitted in the dance studio during the audition process. Parents may wait outside.
Rehearsals:
Pieces will be rehearsed in blocks meaning your group will have a specific time slot and may not be needed every week. Rehearsal times will be age appropriate for our younger dancers. Exact schedules will be set after auditions and casting.