Audition for the 80th Anniversary of The Nutcracker

SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Ballet West invites community members ages 8 - 20 to audition for the 80th Anniversary production of America’s First Nutcracker, now recognized as a Utah "Living Historic Landmark." No experience is required for this unique opportunity to be part of a historic performance. For more information, visit here.

DATE: Sat. Sept. 7, 2024
WHEN: 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (audition time for participants) 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (media availability time)
WHERE: Ballet West, 52 West 200 South, Salt Lake City
HOW: Pre-registration required. Visit Ballet West's registration page to secure a spot.

MEDIA INTERVIEWS: Upon arrival, please contact Dana Rimington, Director of Communications at 801-941-9442. Interviews can be arranged with Artistic Director Adam Sklute and student participants, with parental permission. The role of Clara will be announced between 5:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. while students are on stage. We ask that media please remain outside and ask permission from parents of students checking in prior to conducting any interviews.

For interested participants to gain extra experience and confidence prior to the auditions, prep classes will be available:

DATE: Sat. Aug. 31, 2024
WHEN: 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Ballet West Academy Utah Campus, 564 W. 700 S. #403, Pleasant Grove
HOW: Pre-registration required. Visit here to secure a spot.

DATE: Sat. Aug. 31, 2024
WHEN: 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Ballet West Centre Campus, 52 W. 200 South, Salt Lake City
HOW: Pre-registration required. Visit here to secure a spot.

PRESS INQUIRIES: Dana Rimington, Director of Communications and Publications drimington@balletwest.org | 801-869-6918