Audition Coming Soon
Get ready to shine! Ballet Greenville is thrilled to announce Community Cast auditions for two spectacular productions in our 2026-27 season: Nightmare at the Museum and Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville.
This is an unparalleled chance for local student dancers to perform in a professional setting alongside Ballet Greenville’s talented resident dancers and celebrated guest artists.
Audition Requirements
Nightmare at the Museum
Ballet Greenville is looking for dancers ages 12-18 that take a minimum of 3 ballet classes per week along with a jazz class. Must be 12 years old by September 1, 2026 or in DAG level 5A and up. This production employs the use of strobe lights, which may affect individuals who are susceptible to photo sensitivities.
Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Ballet Greenville is looking for dancers ages 5-18 that are enrolled in weekly ballet classes. Dancers must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026. All dancers must audition.
- Ages 5-6: Must be currently enrolled in a weekly ballet class.
- Ages 7-8: Requires a minimum of 6 months of ballet training and current enrollment in a weekly ballet class.
- Ages 9-11: Requires a minimum of 1 year of ballet training and current enrollment in at least 2 ballet classes per week.
- Ages 12-18: Requires a minimum of 3 years of ballet training and current enrollment in at least 3 ballet classes per week.
Dancers aged 5-6 participating in the Nutcracker for the first time will be cast as Little Angels. Please note: Casting decisions are based on various factors, including the number of dancers in each age group. While the Artistic Staff aims to advance dancers whenever possible, auditioning does not guarantee a promotion from a previous year’s Little Angel casting.
Please note this season: Please bring an informal headshot of your dancer to registration. Any photo size is fine.
Audition & Production Fees
Cash or Check:
- Audition Fee: $25 per show (or $50 total if auditioning for both Nightmare and Nutcracker). Payment is due at auditions.
- Production Fee: $175 per show, due by September 8, 2026, if cast.
Venmo Payments:
Because Venmo charges processing fees, the following fees apply:
- Audition Fee: $26 per show
- Production Fee: $180 per show
- Venmo: @BalletGreenville
The production fee includes a performance T-shirt and a Vimeo link to the performance. It also helps cover production expenses, including but not limited to costumes, props, sets, and other production supplies.
Dress Rehearsals are mandatory and will be held 10/10-11 for Nightmare at the Museum and 11/21-22 for Nutcracker.
Rehearsals
- Held on weekends, including some Friday evenings
- Not all parts will rehearse every weekend
- Only two pre-approved absences are allowed, except for Little Angels who are only allowed one due to the limited number of times they rehearse
- No rehearsals Labor Day weekend
- Nutcracker rehearsals will be held on the weekend of October 10-11
- Mandatory Dress rehearsal for Nightmare at the Museum October 10-11. Dancer must be available both days
- No Nutcracker rehearsals October 23-25 (Due to “Nightmare at the Museum”)
- There will be rehearsals for Nutcracker October 31 – November 1. (Please note: November 2-3 are school holidays for Greenville County)
- Mandatory Dress rehearsal for Nutcracker November 21-22. Dancer must be available both days
- No rehearsal Saturday, November 28th
- Rehearsals will be held on Sunday, November 29th
Audition Schedule
Community Cast auditions will take place on Saturday, August 22nd and Sunday, August 23rd at DanceArts Greenville (DAG) studios located at 255 Service Bay Road in Mauldin. Dancers currently enrolled at DAG should adhere to the audition times designated for their respective class levels. Dancers who are not currently enrolled at the studio should adhere to the audition times designated for their corresponding age groups.
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
- 1:30 | Registration for DAG levels 6A-7/Community dancers ages 15-18
- 2:00-3:15 | Audition for DAG levels 6A-7/Community dancers ages 15-18 Nutcracker
- 3:15-4:00 | Audition for DAG levels 6A-7/Community dancers ages 15-18 Nightmare at the Museum
- 3:00-3:30 | Parent meeting for all auditioning on Saturday
- 3:30 | Registration for DAG levels 5A-6B/Community dancers ages 12-14
- 4:00-5:00 | Audition for DAG levels 5A-6B/Community dancers ages 12-14 Nutcracker
- 5:00-5:45 | Audition for DAG levels 5A-6B/Community dancers ages 12-14 Nightmare at the Museum
Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
- 2:00 – 2:30 | Registration for DAG levels Twinkle and Ballet 1-3/Community dancers ages 5-8 (must be 5 by Sept. 1)
- 2:30 – 3:30 | Audition for DAG levels Twinkle and Ballet 1-3/Community dancers ages 5-8
- 3:00 – 3:30 | Parent meeting for all auditioning on Sunday
- 3:30 | Registration for DAG levels 4B-5B/Community dancers ages 9-11
- 4:00 – 5:15 | Audition for DAG levels 4B-5B/Community dancers ages 9-11
Audition Registration
Click the link above and complete the registration form. Note: the Dancer Contract link is provided on the registration form for your review. Please fill out the Dancer Contract first, and then come back to the registration link to fill out the registration. Ensure that you have thoroughly read and understood the requirements outlined in the contract before submitting your registration. Registration closes Friday, August 21st at noon.
Should you have any inquiries or require assistance with the registration process contact cast@balletgreenville.com.
Audition Day Information
Only registered dancers will be permitted to audition. Please arrive promptly, as dancers will not be admitted into the audition once it has started. All auditions are closed.
Auditioning dancers should be dropped off at the DAG entrance of the building, where a check-in table will be set up inside. Once checked in, your dancer will be escorted to a studio to warm up and prepare for the audition. The parent meeting will be held outside on the porch.
Dancers should arrive with their audition attire underneath their street clothes. Female dancers should wear tights, a leotard (without a skirt), ballet shoes, and pointe shoes if applicable. Hair should be neatly secured in a bun and no jewelry is permitted. Male dancers should wear a trim-fitted t-shirt, tights, shorts or black tights, ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or socks.
Dancers will be divided into small groups based on age and will perform basic steps and combinations for Ballet Greenville’s Artistic Staff. Dancers will be evaluated on their performance and execution of the steps.
Dancers will then be photographed for height, as all roles are cast based on height, skill, and ability. Each role has a specific height requirement and all dancers must be able to fit into production costumes. Dancers will be placed in a role that best suits their abilities within the production. Dancers may not choose their role or cast.
Please remind your dancer that if they feel unwell at any time or need to use the restroom, they should ask a volunteer for assistance. We aim to ensure that dancers are as comfortable as possible during this process.
Casting Announcement
Audition results will be sent via email within one week of the audition.
Performance Dates
Nightmare at the Museum
Friday, October 23 at 7:30
Saturday, October 24 at 2:00 and 7:30
Peace Center’s Gunter Theatre
Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Friday, December 11 at 7:30
Saturday, December 12 at 2:00 and 7:30
Sunday, December 13 at 2:00
Peace Center Concert Hall
Audition Requirements
Click the link below to complete the registration form. Review the Dancer Contract linked within, and ensure you’ve read and understood all requirements before submitting.
Should you have any inquiries or require assistance with the registration process contact cast@balletgreenville.com.