Digital Auditions

Digital Auditions

All the information you need to submit a digital audition is outlined below (including the dates that results will be released). Please read the Instructions, Content and Terms and Conditions carefully.

We are committed to playing our role in increasing diversity in dance and welcome auditions from dancers of all cultures and orientations. All dancers are given equal consideration.

If you live within Australia, the School’s preference would be to see you audition in person in any of the major cities we visit on our National Audition Tour. If you are not able to attend the National Audition Tour, please submit a Digital Audition by the required deadline. 

 
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Instructions

How to Apply

1. Prepare your audition video content and photos, as detailed below.

2. Register an account or log into your account on The Australian Ballet School website.

3. Complete and submit the application form on the booking page (including the program/s you are applying for). You will receive an automated confirmation email if this step has been correctly completed.

4. Finalise payment for your Digital Audition. You will receive an automated confirmation email if this step has been correctly completed.

~ Applications cannot be processed if incomplete.

Photo requirements

1 x Recent headshot with good lighting

Video requirements

Save your audition video in one of the following formats:

1. YouTube video - Listed/Unlisted
2. Vimeo video - Public/Private

Footage must be compiled into one video, no longer than 30 minutes.

Digital audition submission should be provided as one continuous video

Please ensure video remains viewable until result has been received by parent/carer.

 

~ See our Frequently Asked Questions, including Tips for Filming Your Digital Audition

Digital Audition Content

Auditioning for Intra-Interstate & International Program (ITP) (Levels 1-3)

For course information, please visit Intra/Interstate & International Training Program


(a)   Barre Work

Please film barre work on both sides (left and right)

- Plies – once in each position

- Battement Tendus

- Battement Fondus

- Developpés

- Grand Battements

(b)   Centre Work

- Port de Bras

- Simple adage (for 12+yrs)

- Sautés
Auditioning for Full-Time Program (FTP) (Levels 4-8)

For course information, please visit Full-Time Training


(a) Barre Work

- Demi & Grand Plies – once in each position

- Battement Tendus/Jeté  – 4 in each position front/side/back

- Ronde de Jambe a terre and en l’air – 4 en dehors & en dedans

- Battement Fondus 45 degrees – both sides, all directions

- Developpés 90 degrees – both sides, all directions

- Grand Battements – as for tendus

(b) Centre Work

- Port de Bras

- Adage

- Some centre practice with various pirouettes

- Basic allegro steps

- Small batterie combinations

- Grand Allegro

- Short Variation including beats, jumps and turns

- Enchainment with pirouettes (on pointe for girls)

(c) Solo

A short Classical solo showing applicant's performing quality and personality.

Terms & Conditions - Digital Auditions

General Information

Ensure you read our Terms and Conditions for details on Preferred Dress for Auditions; our Privacy Policy; Feedback; and the School’s Child Safe Standards.
Important Dates & Eligibility

Within one calendar year, only one audition for the following year’s intake will be accepted per person. The school year starts in January and concludes in December. 

Full-Time Digital Auditions: Full Time Digital auditions for the 2027 intake will open at on Monday 30 March 2026 and close at 5pm on Friday 24 July 2025 (AEST).  

Full-time applicants will receive results in late-July and if successful, applicants will be invited to National Audition Finals in August. 

Intra/Interstate & International Training Program Digital Auditions: Intra/Interstate & International Training Program Digital auditions for the 2027 intake will open at Friday 27 March 2026 and close at 5pm on Friday 16 October 2026 (AEST).  

Intra/Interstate & International Training Program Auditions will have results returned by mid-December. 

During busy periods for the School, processing times may increase.  

For 2027 intake into The Australian Ballet School’s training program: 

* Applicants must be between 9 -18 years old as at 30 June 2026 

* Before applying, international applicants for the Full-Time Program must read the International Students page, including 'International Students Course and Audition Information'. 

Successful auditionees will be offered a place/Level in our training program based on their age, academic year and ability. This arrangement offers greater access and training options to develop young dancers. 
Payment & Refund Policy

The 2025 Digital Audition fee is AU$230. Payment must be received with application in order for the application to be processed.

Refunds do not apply once a Digital Audition application has been received by The Australian Ballet School.
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