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Dance With Ballet Wichita
Four productions. Four opportunities to take the stage.
Whether you're auditioning for the company or a production role, your path to the stage starts here.
two ways to audition
Find Your Place on Stage
Ballet Wichita offers auditions for each production throughout the season, as well as company auditions for professional dancers. Every show brings a fresh chance to perform.
51st season
Audition Schedule
Production fees include professional performance photos and video.
Fall Auditions
Show Date:
Fall Production, Nutcracker, & Company
Audition Date:
August 8, 2026
Fall: Ages 12+, Nutcracker: 5+
Production Fee:
$125
Spring Auditions
Show Date:
Spring Production & Summer Tour
Audition Date:
January 9, 2027
Ages 12+
Production Fee:
$125
General information
What to Expect at Auditions
Location & Parking
Ballet Wichita Studios
1600 W Douglas Ave, Wichita KS
Parking available on-site — fills quickly. Families are encouraged to drop off and return at dismissal. Lobby seating is not available.
Registration
All dancers must pre-register online using the audition-specific form and complete a Ballet Wichita DSP account. A separate form is required per dancer. Audition fee: $30.
In the Audition
A guest teacher leads class while the Artistic Director and Company Director observe for casting and placement. Dancers may be photographed, measured, and videotaped to assist with casting decisions.
After Auditions
Within 7 days, dancers receive email notifications for casting and/or placement. A Letter of Commitment and Production Fee are required to accept a role.
Attire
Girls/Women: black leotard, pink tights, ballet slippers or pointe shoes.
Boys/Men: all black.
Hair secured in a bun. No skirts, leg warmers, or jewelry.
Questions?
Reach out before audition week with any conflicts or questions.
Contact us here, or reach out directly at info@balletwichita.com
How groups work
Audition Groups
Auditions are grouped by age and experience. Not every show includes all age groups — see each production's audition page for specific cutoffs. Arrive at your assigned time only.
Group one
Ages 5-10 | 2-5 Years Training
Younger dancers with foundational training taking their first steps toward performance.
group two
6+ Years Ballet | 2 Years or less en pointe
Intermediate-level dancers with strong classical training and beginning pointe experience.
group three
6+ years ballet | 3+ years en pointe
Advanced dancers with established pointe work and performance readiness.
adult character roles
Some dance or acting experience
Open to adults interested in character and ensemble roles. No audition class required — form submission only for some productions.
Fees
Audition & Production Fees
Audition Fee (per dancer)
$30
Production Fee
$125
Production fee includes professional performance photos and video.
Audition fee paid via DSP upon registration.
Production fee due with Letter of Commitment to accept a role.
commitment
What Participation Requires
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Letter of Commitment required to accept any role — confirms participation and acknowledges the rehearsal and performance schedule
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Rehearsals typically 1–3 times per week, with additional rehearsals as performances approach
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Arrive prepared and on time — a detailed schedule is provided after casting
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Absence policy — more than 3 unexcused absences may result in forfeiting a role. Notify the rehearsal director as soon as a conflict arises