Auditions for Clara’s Dream and Scrooge’s Dream will be held
Saturday, September 6 at PACE

ll dancers enrolled in semester-long classes participate in the performances with their class. Auditions are for special roles (Clara, Clara’s Friends, Sugarplum, Scrooge, Marley, etc.), open to dancers ages 6+. Please see the Audition Sign Up for a list of expected roles this year (*subject to change depending on auditions).

Once cast, rehearsals for special roles are Saturdays, Sept. 13–Nov. 22. A detailed schedule will be emailed along with the casting email. Dancers are expected to attend all of their rehearsals.

Sign up & fee

  • Complete the form below to sign up (walk-ins accepted).

  • $60 audition fee (covers rehearsal time + costume rental). Pay online only—no cash/checks.
    Audition Sign Up
    Pay Audition Fee

Audition schedule:
Arrive 15 minutes early to check in and complete paperwork. Dancers should audition at their highest class level.

  • 1:00–1:45 pm: Combo/Kids Class (ages 6–8)

  • 1:45–2:45 pm: Level 1–5, Preteen/Teen (9+) – Hip Hop & Modern/Contemporary

  • 3:00–4:00 pm: Level 1–5 (9+) – Ballet & Pointe

What to wear

  • Girls: black leotard, pink tights, ballet/jazz shoes or foot undies, tennis shoes for hip hop.

  • Boys: black and white dance wear, ballet/jazz shoes or foot undies, tennis shoes for hip hop.

  • Hair pulled back; minimal accessories. Stage makeup optional.

What to expect

  • Dancers check in, receive a number, and complete judges’ sheets.

  • In studio: learn short choreography + across-the-floor work, then perform in small groups.

  • Teachers evaluate technique, stage presence, and musicality.

  • Parents may watch from the lounge.

Casting

Results and rehearsal schedule will be emailed within a couple of days. Accept/decline by Wednesday, Sept. 10.

Video auditions

If unable to attend, submit a video (under 2 minutes) by Sept. 6 to colleen@tdanceconn.com.

  • Start by stating name & age.

  • Show skills in chosen style.

  • Submit via Google Drive.

  • Sign-up form + audition fee still required.

Audition sign up

September 6th at PACE