GUELPH – Live at the Hippo Pool Events is offering an opportunity for young local dancers to participate with the professional dancers of Ballet Jorgen Canada in the annual Group of Seven Nutcracker performances at River Run Centre.
There is now an audition call for Sept. 18.
In years past, students from dance schools in Guelph, Fergus, Elora, Orangeville, and the surrounding area have been selected by Ballet Jorgen Canada to join the company’s professional cast for the Guelph performances.
There is no fee for the opportunity, which gives young dancers performance experience in a professional setting.
Audition time will be provided when dancers register. Auditions will be at the River Run Centre at 35 Woolwich Street, Guelph, and auditioners are to come to the stage door.
The company is looking for dancers between ages 8 and 17, and male and female dancers are welcome. there is no height restriction.
Selected students should be prepared to attend rehearsal for the remainder of the day and all day Sept. 19.
Students must commit to attend weekly rehearsals at Royal City School of Ballet and Theatre Jazz, 128 Woolwich St, Guelph (details of rehearsal schedule are yet to be determined)
Performances are Thursday, Dec. 2 and 3 at the River Run Centre.
Students will need to be available throughout both days for dress rehearsal with the ballet company and evening performances at 7:30pm
All those auditioning must register in advance. Hopefuls should contact their dance teacher or call Carolynn at 1-519-770-0442.
