Audition Info

September 27 | 10:00 AM

Auditions are open to student dancers ages 6–17, regardless of technical level. There is a role suited for everyone, with opportunities including Little Snow, Mice, Party Children, Maidens/Sprites, Variations, and more!

Dancers will participate in a mandatory rehearsal immediately following auditions to learn choreography with The Nutcracker Audition Director.

Audition Attire

Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers, and hair in a ballet bun.

Rehearsal Commitment

Please review all rehearsal dates before auditioning. Dancers participating in The Nutcracker may miss no more than ONE scheduled rehearsal.

By accepting a role, dancers are committing to their assigned Saturday rehearsals and the performance.

Saturday Rehearsal Dates

October 3
October 10
October 24
November 7
November 14
November 21 – Bring your undergarments
December 5 – ALL CAST Rehearsal

Rehearsal Times by Role

9:00–9:45 AM – Snowflakes
9:45–10:30 AM – Mice
10:30–11:15 AM – Party Children
11:15–11:45 AM – Maidens/Sprites
11:45 AM–12:45 PM – All Variations Together

Dancers should attend the rehearsal time assigned to their role. December 5 is an ALL CAST rehearsal from 9:00–11:00 AM.

Performance Info

Asheville, NC
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
December 7 | 7:00 PM