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The main aim of the NYB is to offer talented young dancers an opportunity to participate in the creation, production and performance of ballet at a professional level. Dancers work with eminent composers, choreograhpers and teachers, gaining invaluable experience. NYB also encourages children from all walks of life to become involved with their Outreach Fit to Dance programme in schools and the community. Many alumni have contracts with major ballet and musical theatre companies throughout the world.

In 2010, NYB will present a diverse and exciting programme. Full details will be announced in the new year. We will be casting many classical and colourful character roles for a wide age range.

First round auditions in Birmingham and London will be 1 hour, giving the adjudication panel the chance to see dancers in small classes. All recalled dancers must make sure they are available all day for the final audition/casting date and the costume fitting/photo call day in May (date to be announced). Please note that 2 advance rehearsals will be called in May for some dancers cast in a ballet being premiered.

PROVISIONAL PLANS FOR THE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SEASON
This section will be updated as soon as venues and dates are confirmed
The NYB season will be structured as last season to minimise parents’ and students’ travel expenses. Other than two advance May Sunday rehearsals in London for any ‘new work’, all rehearsals will take place within the extended 10 day Summer School. It is hoped to that as last year provincial performances will all take place during the summer holidays. The London Gala will take place on a Sunday (date and venue to be announced). Depending on that date there may be a further Sunday London rehearsal immediately prior to the Autumn Gala.

Summer School / Rehearsals
Main cast dancers will be asked to sign an acceptance form committing them to attend a residential Summer School. This season, Summer School will be held from Sunday 15th to Tuesday 24th August 2010 inclusive at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, Herts.

The Junior Associates (those under 12 years of age on 01/09/10) will rehearse as day pupils during Summer School at Tring Park, Herts between Monday 16th and Tuesday 24th August.

An exciting 2010 programme which will include a new ballet with many classical and character roles for all ages will be annouced in the New Year

Provincial performances and Gala venues and dates to be announced

Please call us at the office on 01732 864781 if you have any questions. Please leave a message if necessary and the auditions administrator will call you back asap or e mail:- info@nyb.org.uk

Please retain this page for your records and return the Application Form. Please print clearly and remember to enclose three s.a.e.’s, a cheque for £20 made payable to National Youth Ballet and two passport size photos (please do not staple) to Auditions Administrator, The Old Dairy, Wintersell Farm, Dwelly Lane, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6QD.

Please do not send recorded or special delivery as the post arrives at dawn before the office is manned!

FIRST ROUND AUDITIONS
Each class will be 1 hour. Candidates will be streamed into classes according to age and/or grade.

BIRMINGHAM at Elmhurst School for Dance, Edgbaston
Sunday 14th February

LONDON at English National Ballet School, Hortensia Road, Chelsea
Sunday 7th February, Sunday 28th February, Sunday 7th March

Early application is advised though there is no set deadline. if you are applying within 7 days of the audition, please call to check availability and to book your place on Tel: 01732 864781

RECALL AND CASTING LONDON
Sunday 14th March JA’s a.m. + Selected Senior Roles p.m. Sunday 21st March Main Cast

Those called for selected senior roles will also be expected to attend casting at ENB School on Sunday 21st March. Please be prepared to stay until 6 pm

Please note that all those recalled will not necessarily be cast.

COSTUME FITTING/ PHOTO CALL
Sunday call in May London - to be confirmed – Full Cast to attend.

FEES
Main Cast £600 covers the cost of full board and lodging at residential Summer School
(includes £300 non-returnable deposit on acceptance).
Balance of fees must be paid by Monday 1st June 2010

Junior Associates £300 covers the rehearsals at Summer School
(includes £150 non-returnable deposit on acceptance).
Balance of fees must be paid by Monday 1st June 2010
There are no costume costs but dancers must provide a new pair of shoes for every role danced.

SCHOLARSHIP & BURSARY SCHEME - Main Cast Dancers only Applicaton form on request

4 Senior Scholarships, Award £300
3 Junior Scholarships to dancers (under 14 yrs on 1st September 2010), Award £300
3 Bursaries to dancers who,without support, could not apply for the NYB season, Award £300

Deadline for submission of scholarship/bursary application forms: Wednesday 17th March 2010
We regret that we cannot accept late applications

“The NYB continues to set a standard for excellence in its performances, wherever they may be. My admiration for the entire organisation grows year by year.”
Dame Monica Mason DBE – Director The Royal Ballet

“I have been so impressed by the ambition of this company. It doesn’t settle for second best We are not just looking at pieces of choreography, we are looking at pieces of theatre and that’s amazing.”
Matthew Bourne OBE Founder & Director New Adventures

“Thank you for a wonderful programme that brought indescribable pleasure to so many people. Dancing at Sadler’s Wells and in Kent was a dream come true for my daughter. The Summer School was also incredible fun and enriching for her – the experience with NYB made her a better dancer and she had the summer of her life. Heartfelt thanks.”
Parent 2009

In 2010 NYB will be looking for dancers 8 - 18 yrs with strong technique, musicality and good presentation.

The full programme will be announced in Spring 2010.