THE SCHOOL OF FIRST STATE BALLET

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Student Showcase

Students demonstrate their growth and abilities with their class level in the end of the year showcase in June.

The Nutcracker

Students get the unique opportunity to dance in our professional production of The Nutcracker alongside our company dancers. Students ages 7 and up may audition for The Nutcracker at the Grand Opera House.

This experience introduces students to professional theatre, proper terminology, and cast etiquette.

Nutcracker 2025 Auditions

September 13th: 2:00p-3:30p

Wilmington Location: 818 North Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801 floor 3R

Audition Fee: $30.00

Register to audition HERE!

To be considered, the student must agree to attend all scheduled rehearsals, costume fittings, and performances without exception. Attendance is mandatory and essential to the success of the show. Absences will only be excused in the event of illness, emergency, or with prior written approval from the director.

*All rehearsals for our professional company products are free of charge.

Download the 2025 Rehearsal Schedule and Nutcracker in a Nutshell (Student Cast Guidelines)

More Opportunities for Professional Productions: Swan Lake, Don Quixote and More…

When our professional company performs a full-length ballet, students may be invited to audition.

Youth America Grand Prix and National Ballet Competition

Students may enter competitions and compete as individuals or as an ensemble. Students who participate in our choreography workshop, spend a week with acclaimed choreography Viktor Plotnikov creating a unique piece for both YAGP and NBC ensemble division.

Students may sign up for individual coaching from our esteemed faculty for their competition pieces.

Community Events and Festivals

Student participate in various community events in both Wilmington and Middletown, including: the Fairy Festival, the Arts Fest, a Divine Night in Delaware, the Peach Fest, and more.

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