SUMMER PROGRAM
How to Audition2020 Auditions
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Audition for an inspiring summer of artistic transformation in San Francisco! Our Summer Program challenges aspiring dancers in a rich creative environment that supports technical mastery, risk-taking and artistry.
AUDITION FEES
$35 – Early Registration | Online Before Day of Audition
$45 – Day of Registration | Online or In-person
$50 – Video Audition Registration
By credit card only. No refunds given. Dancers may transfer to another audition session.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
- Headshot | No larger than 5 MB
- Letter of Intent | Describing your artistic goals
- Dance Resume | Training, School, Performance History
- Video Link | For Video Auditions ONLY
LIVE AUDITION
In a City Near You
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- San Francisco, CA | LINES Dance Center | Jan 4
- Baltimore, MD | Towson University | Jan 5
- Dallas, TX | Booker T. Washington | Jan 11
- Kansas City, MO | Kansas City Ballet | Jan 12
- Tampa, FL | Howard W. Blake HS | Jan 18
- Atlanta, GA | Atlanta Ballet | Jan 19
- Chicago, IL | Visceral Dance | Jan 19
- New York City, NY | Mark Morris | Jan 20
- Washington, D.C. | George Mason University | Jan 26
- Los Angeles, CA | Westside School of Ballet | Jan 26
- Seattle, WA | Pacific Northwest Ballet | Feb 2
- Charlotte, NC | Charlotte Ballet | Feb 9
- Denver, CO | Colorado Ballet | Feb 9
- San Francisco, CA | LINES Dance Center | Feb 16
Click Here to Find the Details for Your City’s Audition
Our Live Audition consists of an abbreviated ballet class, repertoire, and improvisation.
- Check-in begins 1 hour before audition starts.
- Online registration is highly encouraged. Your audition results will be processed faster using this method.
- In-person registration is subject to space and availability.
There is no dress code at the LINES Ballet Summer Program. Wear form-fitting dancewear and style hair neatly away from your face. Most students wear a leotard and tights or shorts, but there is no restriction on color or style. Pointe work is not required at the audition.
Video Audition
Deadline: February 21
Students unable to attend our National Audition Tour may audition via video. Please note: those who elect this option are not eligible for scholarships.
Your audition footage should be no longer than 10 minutes in length, and include:
- Minimal barre work
- Center adagio
- Pirouette
- Petite allegro
- Grand allegro
- Pointe work (if applicable)
- Solo
For full instructions and tips on submitting your video audition, please see our Video Audition Requirements.
San Francisco, CA | NATIONAL AUDITION TOUR
January 4, 2020 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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January 5, 2020 at 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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January 11, 2020 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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January 12, 2020 at 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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January 18, 2020 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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January 19, 2020
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January 19, 2020 at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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January 20, 2020
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January 26, 2020
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January 26, 2020 at 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us on the road for our National Audition Tour! Each year we travel across the country searching for the next generation of dancers and artists.Seattle, WA | NATIONAL AUDITION TOUR
February 2, 2020
Join us on the road for our National Audition Tour! Each year we travel across the country searching for the next generation of dancers and artists.Charlotte, NC | NATIONAL AUDITION TOUR
February 9, 2020 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us on the road for our National Audition Tour! Each year we travel across the country searching for the next generation of dancers and artists.Denver, CO | NATIONAL AUDITION TOUR
February 9, 2020 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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February 16, 2020 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us on the road for our National Audition Tour! Each year we travel across the country searching for the next generation of dancers and artists.