A&A BALLET Announces Open Auditions for Spring 2026 Performance of Swan Lake
Audition Location: Chicago, IL
Audition Category: Dancers
The search is on for Chicago’s next generation of ballet stars.
Dancers aged 6-24 from across Chicagoland are invited to audition for this unique opportunity. A&A BALLET welcomes all dance styles and skill levels to bring this extraordinary vision to life.
“Our Swan Lake marks an extraordinary milestone for A&A BALLET,” says Co-Founder & Artistic Director Alexei Kremnev who first debuted the ballet for the company’s 5th Anniversary. “This production honors the classical romantic tradition while bringing fresh dramatic intensity and passion to one of ballet’s greatest works. We’re inviting the next generation to become part of something truly extraordinary – a production that celebrates both our company’s journey and the timeless beauty of this masterpiece.”
The production will feature original choreography by Kremnev and Reznik and a visually stunning experience that brings the story’s magic and drama to vivid life.
Auditions are open to dancers ages 6-24 of all levels. Registration required.
Audition Attire:
Girls – black camisole leotard, pink footed tights, pink canvas ballet and pointe shoes (age/level appropriate).
Boys – black footed tights or black dance shorts, white tight fitted t-shirt, black or skin-colored ballet shoes. The audition will include basic dance movements and a combination to be performed in character. No preparation of audition material is necessary. Dancers will be notified via email within the week after the audition if cast in the production. Rehearsals begin March 28, 2026, and will take place primarily on Saturdays.
Auditions are January 17 and 24, 2026 at 11:00-12:00
Location: A&A BALLET Center for Dance, 731 S. Plymouth Court, Chicago, IL 60605
Submission Instructions:
Chicago Auditions: Registration https://forms.gle/fwT4gYYp6LDjxp5K8
Email for Submissions: info@aacenterfordance.org
Payment: Non-Paid (There may be a fee to participate as this is ballet)
Submit By: 01/12/2026
