2021 Young Dancer Workshop
Boys and girls ages 9-12; not yet en pointe; audition required
- Session 1: June 14 - 25
- Session 2: June 28 - July 9
- Session 3: July 19 - 30
Young dancers experience an introduction to intensive ballet training during Colorado Ballet Academy’s Young Dancer Workshop. Students work closely with the accomplished leaders of CBA in a mentoring, inclusive environment as they participate in daily ballet classes and complimentary classes including character, modern, jazz, classical choreography and interactive artist talks. YDW will emphasize growth in technique, artistry and dance phrasing. Each session will have a fundamental focus and will concentrate specifically on adagio, turns, petit allegro, grand allegro, artistry and step sequencing. Sessions will culminate with a short performance.
Auditions
Virtual Audition Dates:
February 7, 2021
10:15-11:30am
February 21, 2021
10:15-11:30am
March 7, 2021
10:15-11:30am
Auditions for the Young Dancer Workshop will occur virtually through Zoom. Please ensure that you have adequate space that is well lit. Place your camera so that you are visible from head to toe.
Girls should wear a leotard with pale pink tights or tights that match skin tone. Technique shoes should match the tone of chosen tights. Hair should be worn in a professional ballet style away from the face and off the neck.
Boys should wear a fitted shirt and solid black, grey or white tights with appropriate shoes.
Video Audition Guidelines:
Video Auditions will be accepted through March 28, 2021. The audition video should be between 5-10 minutes in length. The video should be created in a space this is easily accessible and safe during this time. Renting studio space outside of your home is not required. Please adapt the following exercises to fit your space safely and include in your video.
BARRE:
Exercises should only be taken on one side
Exercises include: Pliés, Tendus, Ronds De Jambes with Battements Fondus, Frappés
CENTER:
Adagio
An exercise showcasing the use of a spotting head (ie., pirouettes)
Petit Allegro
Videos will be reviewed upon receipt and results will be communicated within four (4) weeks. Due to the number of auditions, we are unable to provide individual feedback.
Audition Fee: $30 (Audition Fee waived for current CBA Students. Contact academy@coloradoballet.org to receive the promo code.)
