IABD AUDITIONS 2027
Youth Auditions
Ages 10 to 14
Auditionees ages 10 to 14 audition for Youth Summer Intensive scholarships offered by participating dance programs.
Date & Time
Thursday, January 21, 2027,
10:00 am to 1:00 pm ET
Location
Joffrey Ballet
1920 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
Room(s): Studios 1 & 2
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Requirements & Costs
- All auditions are in person.
- Auditionees must be at least 10 years old.
- An active IABD membership is required to participate.
- $30 USD payment required in advance. (On-site payments will not be accepted)
- Applications must include a headshot and a full-body shot, and a resume.
How to Prepare
- Arrive at your designated time for check-in, where you will receive your audition number.
- Store your belongings and warm up in the holding room (also the warm-up studio).
- Learn and perform choreography in front of a panel of adjudicators.
- For more information, visit IABD Auditions Frequently Asked Questions.
IABD Auditions
Understanding Offers
Participating programs offer Youth Summer Intensive scholarships. Offers vary by program and may include full or partial scholarships, professional development or training, and housing. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the faculty and adjudicators.
Application Timeline
Online, phone, and email registration requests are not accepted after the closing date.
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Please be prepared to upload the headshot, full body shot, and resume files as attachments.
