Free Audition on Jan 20th at The Portland Ballet

From our friends at The Portland Ballet:

Join us at The Portland Ballet for summer ballet intensives, year-round programs, and professional career preparation. Register now to audition on January 20!

Ages 7-10: Contact us at admissions@theportlandballet.org or call 503.452.8448 to schedule a placement class.

Ages 11+: Registration is at noon, and the audition is from 12:30 to 2:15 p.m. If you are en pointe, please bring pointe shoes.

Register and learn more at theportlandballet.org/classes/auditions/

Summer Ballet Intensives

Intermediate Ballet Intensive:
Dates: July 14 – August 2
Ages: 11-14
This 3-week program (Mon-Sat) is designed to develop technical precision and artistic expression. Dancers will train in ballet technique, pointe, performance workshops, and contemporary. Tailored to meet the aspirations of young dancers, this program emphasizes strong technical foundations while inspiring growth in a supportive and nurturing environment. Guided by TPB’s esteemed faculty and professional curriculum, dancers will gain the tools to excel in their ballet journeys.

Advanced Choreography Intensive:
Dates: August 11 – 23
Ages: 14-22
This 2-week program (Mon-Sat) is for advanced dancers with at least two years of pointe experience and is designed to refine technical and performance skills. Participants will work closely with distinguished faculty to learn a range of classical and contemporary repertoire, culminating in a performance on Saturday, August 23.

Young Dancer Summer:
Dates: July 14 – August 1 & August 11 – 22
Ages: 6-12
This program (Mon-Thurs) is suited for those wishing to keep their skills sharp and stay active over the summer. New this summer, YDS will be presented in two sessions: a three-week session in July and a two-week session in August. Attending both sessions provides the best preparation for the 2025–26 curriculum year.
Dancers age 7-10 must contact us at admissions@theportlandballet.org or 503-452-8448 to schedule a placement class.

Year-Round Programs

Curriculum Ballet Program:
This year-round program provides dancers ages 6-18 with a strong technical foundation and prepares them for a career in dance.

Career Track Program:
TPB’s pre-professional program offers advanced, career-focused dancers with a professional company-like experience. Students aged 14-22 who wish to pursue a performance career are eligible to audition for the program.