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UPCOMING AUDITIONS

Joining the Conservatory

Open to prospective students ages 8–18 interested in joining CityDance Conservatory for the School Year or Summer Intensives. Our audition opportunities span multiple dates, so you can choose whichever is most convenient for you and your family.

Our preliminary Summer Intensives schedule is now available, and we look forward to announcing our guest artists soon.

Scroll down to browse all 2026-2027 audition dates and register.

November 14

CityDance at Falls Church

Ages 8-9

  • 9-10am Ballet
  • 10-11am Jazz 

Ages 10-12

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet
  • 1-1:30pm Pre Pointe/Pointe 

Ages 13+

  • 11:30am – 1pm Ballet
  • 1pm – 1:30pm Pointe
Register to Audition

February 6

CityDance at Falls Church

Ages 8-9

  • 9-10am Ballet
  • 10-11am Jazz 

Ages 10-12

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet
  • 1-1:30pm Pre Pointe/Pointe 

Ages 13+

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet
  • 1-1:30pm Pointe
Register to Audition

February 13

CityDance at North Bethesda

Ages 8-9 at Strathmore Square (10511 Strathmore Hall St)

  • 9-10am Ballet  
  • 10-11am Jazz

Ages 10-12 at Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Ln)

  • 11:30-1pm Ballet 
  • 1-1:30pm Pointe/Pre Pointe
  • 2-3pm Contemporary

Ages 13+ at Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Ln)

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet 
  • 1-1:30pm Pointe/Pre Pointe
  • 2-3:30pm Contemporary
Register to Audition

May 8

CityDance at North Bethesda

Ages 8-9 at Strathmore Square (10511 Strathmore Hall St)

  • 9-10am Ballet  
  • 10-11am Jazz

Ages 10-12 at Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Ln)

  • 11:30-1pm Ballet 
  • 1-1:30pm Pointe/Pre Pointe
  • 2-3pm Contemporary

Ages 13+ at Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Ln)

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet 
  • 1-1:30pm Pointe/Pre Pointe
  • 2-3:30pm Contemporary
Register to Audition

May 15

CityDance at Falls Church

Ages 8-9

  • 9-10am Ballet
  • 10-11am Jazz 

Ages 10-12

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet
  • 1-1:30pm Pre Pointe/Pointe 

Ages 13+

  • 11:30am-1pm Ballet
  • 1-1:30pm Pointe 
Register to Audition

QUESTIONS?

FAQ’s

Still don’t see what you’re looking for? Reach out to our team at [email protected] and we will be happy to assist.

In Person Audition Requirements
Video Audition Requirements
When do CityDance Conservatory Auditions take place?

We hold auditions for year-round and summer programs at various points throughout the year, with Summer Intensives auditions usually running from late fall throughout the spring. At times where no auditions are scheduled, you are welcome to submit a video audition, or inquire about auditioning in-class through our inquiry form.

What should I wear to an audition?

Dress code varies by track:

Ballet: Black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes (or skin-toned tights and shoes); pointe shoes for pointe work. Alternatively, a white fitted shirt, black tights, and black ballet slippers. Hair in a neat bun, secured off the face and neck.

Contemporary/Jazz: Black leotard with black fitted dance shorts and black jazz shoes or bare feet. Alternatively, a black or white fitted shirt with black biker shorts. Hair in a bun or twist, secured off the face and neck.

I don’t live in the area, do you offer video auditions?

Yes. You are welcome to submit a video audition at any point throughout the year through our video audition form. Make sure to view the video audition requirements before submitting.

Do you offer in – class auditions?

In-class auditions can be scheduled by inquiry only. Submit an inquiry form, and our team will be in touch.

How soon after the audition will I hear?

We aim to be in touch with you within a week of auditioning.