Northern Ballet Auditions

We are looking for open-minded, creative and imaginative dancers with strong classical technique and pointe work, exceptional partnering skills, and strength.

Northern Ballet tours extensively across the UK and overseas. Our repertoire is a varied and imaginative mix of neo-classical and classical narrative ballets.With a diverse company of dancers, Northern Ballet actively encourages applications from dancers of all ethnicities.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the online application form (linked below), where they will be asked to upload a CV, 2 or 3 dance photos that showcase the dancer’s body, proportions and lines, and a video.

The video should consist of the following exercises, performed in leotard and tights for women and tight fitting dance attire for men, with no introduction or fancy editing:

• A short classical variation drawn from the standard repertoire, danced in pointe shoes by female applicant
• A short contemporary variation that illustrates the applicant’s command of a range of movement different from that demonstrated in the classical variation (this could consist of something drawn from repertoire, phrases from classwork or an applicant-created work)
• 3-5 minutes of barre work, incorporating both sides, danced in soft shoes by male applicants and pointe shoes by female applicants
• 3-5 minutes of centre work that includes adagio, pirouettes, petit and grand allegro, danced in pointe shoes by female applicants
• For those with 3 or more years professional experience, you may include current videos of studio material plus performances that demonstrate equivalent skills

THE VIDEO MUST BE HOSTED ON YOUTUBE.

Please also complete the Equal Opportunities form before submitting your application.

Submit Application Form

The application form is hosted on Wufoo.

If you have any questions, contact auditions@northernballet.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Northern Ballet strives to understand, respect and champion diversity in all its forms and believes in embracing diversity within our workforce, repertoire and practices. Therefore, we support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply. As part of our commitment to the disability confident employer scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.

If you require any adjustment during any stages of our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@northernballet.com and we will be in touch with you to make the necessary arrangements. Some examples of adjustments could include sending documentation in alternative formats such as large print, braille or audio. Adapting the environment for the interview or allowing additional time for you to answer questions.

Header image from Gentleman Jack, taken by Emily Spencer.