Audition Information

Graduation Ball & Paquita 2026

Audition Date: Sunday 19th of July 2026
Location: Melbourne Youth Ballet Company Studios – 2 Lee St, Carlton North
Age Eligibility: Dancers aged 10–21 (Dancers must be aged 10 by the February 8th 2026)
Registrations: Now open

About the Audition

We are seeking dedicated and classically trained ballet dancers to join MYBC’s 2026 season of Graduation Ball & Paquita. Dancers will audition in front of a panel from the MYBC artistic team. All auditions will be conducted in a group-class format, with ballet classwork taught on the day. No solos or prepared variations are required.

Age Groups

  • Junior (A) 10 - 11years

  • Junior(B) 12–13 years

  • Intermediate: 14–16 years

  • Senior/Advanced: 17–21 years

Dancers must be aged 10 by the 19th of July 2026

Audition Attire

Females

  • Solid colour leotard (no patterns or frills)

  • Canvas Ballet flats & Pointe shoes (Intermediate & Senior)

  • Hair neatly in a bun

  • No skirts or no jewellery

Males

  • Fitted leotard/top

  • Black tights

  • Ballet shoes

  • Hair neatly styled away from the face

Requirements & Notes

  • All dancers must demonstrate a strong base in classical ballet.

  • Pointe work may be included for Intermediate and Senior dancers.

  • Males may be asked to demonstrate jumps, turns, or basic partnering.

Call Backs

Some dancers may be asked to return later in the day for a callback at either 4:30pm or 5:30 pm. Please note that not receiving a callback does not mean you have not been selected.

Audition Results

All applicants will be notified via email within a week following the audition.
Successful dancers will be invited to join the Graduation ball & Paquita rehearsal intensive and performance season.

The Wizard of Oz — Season 1, 2027. Auditions 7 February; performances in April.

MYBC · Season 1, 2027 · Audition information

The Wizard
of Oz

Your journey to the Emerald City begins here. Audition for Melbourne Youth Ballet Company’s April 2027 season.

Date · Sunday, 7 February 2027
Venue · MYBC Studios
2 Lee St, Carlton North
Ages · 10–21 years
Performances · April 2027

Register for your audition

Age as of 7 February 2027. Dancers must be aged 10 or older on this date.

9:00 am

Junior A
10–11 years

10:15 am

Junior B
12–13 years

12:45 pm

Intermediate
14–16 years

2:30 pm

Advanced / Pre Professional
17–21 years

All class times are local to Melbourne.

What to expect

We are seeking dedicated, classically trained ballet dancers to join The Wizard of Oz.

Auditions take place in a group ballet class before a panel from the MYBC artistic team. Classwork is taught on the day, so no solo or prepared variation is required.

  • A strong foundation in classical ballet is required.
  • Pointe work may be included for Intermediate and Advanced dancers.
  • Male dancers may be asked to demonstrate jumps, turns or basic partnering.

What to wear

Female dancers

  • A solid colour leotard, without patterns or frills.
  • Canvas ballet flats; bring pointe shoes for Intermediate and Advanced groups.
  • Hair neatly secured in a bun.
  • No skirts or jewellery.

Male dancers

  • A fitted leotard or top and black tights.
  • Ballet shoes.
  • Hair neatly styled away from the face.

Call backs & results

Some dancers may be asked to return for a call back. Call back times will be confirmed by MYBC. Not receiving a call back does not mean you have not been selected.

Applicants will be notified by email within a week of the audition. Successful dancers will be invited to join The Wizard of Oz rehearsal intensive and performance season.

How to register

Select the class for your age group on the audition registration page, then complete the booking steps.

Available classes and places are shown in the booking calendar.

For registration questions, contact MYBC via the contact page.

Take your place in the story

Choose your age group and book your Wizard of Oz audition.

Register for your audition