The Oklahoma Ballet Theatre Pre-Professional Program and Academy is designed for dedicated dancers ages 9–18 who are interested in pursuing advanced ballet training and exploring a future in the professional dance world. Admission is by audition or invitation only.

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Students train in a structured, conservatory-style environment focused on technical excellence, artistry, performance experience, and dancer wellness.

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Training includes approximately 20–25 hours per week of:

• Classical Ballet Technique (Vaganova Method)

• Pointe

• Variations & Repertoire

• Partnering

• Contemporary Dance

• Character Dance

• Conditioning & Pilates

• Improvisation & Performance Skills

 

Students also participate in seminars and coaching sessions covering topics such as audition preparation, resume building, dancer wellness, nutrition, injury prevention, and professional etiquette.

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

• Additional Saturday morning classes and rehearsals as scheduled

 

Students enrolled in the daytime program must complete academics through homeschool, online study, or an approved flexible academic arrangement.

Ways to Audition for the Pre-Professional Program

1. Video Audition ($40 fee)

   Submit a video audition for initial consideration. Accepted students may be invited to attend a tuition-free in-person evaluation stay (up to 3 days).

2. In-Person Evaluation Stay ($50/day)

   Visit the program for up to three days, participate in classes, and receive a placement decision at the end of the stay.

3. Summer Intensive Audition ($40 fee)

   Dancers auditioning for the Summer Intensive may also indicate interest in the Pre-Professional Program. Selected students may receive an invitation for a tuition-free in-person evaluation stay.

 

Video Audition Requirements

Female dancers:

solid-colored leotard and pink tights 

Male dancers:

fitted white shirt and solid-colored tights

 

Barre Work (one side only)

• Plié

• Tendu

• Jete

• Rond de Jambe

• Fondu

• Grand Battement

Center Work

• Adagio

• Pirouettes (en dehors & en dedans)

• Petit Allegro

• Grand Allegro

Pointe Work

• Relevé

• Échappé

• Passé

• Pirouettes

Men’s Exercises

• Tour en l’air

• Tours à la seconde

• Entrechat

 

Performance Opportunities

Pre-Professional and Academy students have the opportunity to perform in:

• End-of-year spring performances

• Full-length classical ballets

• Contemporary productions

• OBT Nutcracker

• Competitions such as Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), ABC/IBC, ADC, and Universal Ballet Competition

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Who Should Audition?

• Serious ballet students seeking advanced training

• Dancers interested in performing regularly

• Students preparing for pre-professional study

• Homeschooled or traditionally schooled students looking for a structured ballet program

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Ready to Audition?

 

For more information about the Pre-Professional or Academy programs, audition dates, tuition, or scheduling an evaluation stay, please contact:

Oklahoma Dance Center / Oklahoma Ballet Theatre

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Email: info@okdancecenter.com

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We look forward to helping each dancer grow artistically, technically, and personally through exceptional ballet training and performance opportunities.