Ballet d'Jèrri is staging a new production of E T A Hoffmann's classic tale set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
We are looking for community performers to take part in developing this work, which will premiere Winter 2026 at the Jersey Opera House.
This is a rare opportunity to be part of a creative process and perform on stage in a large-scale professional ballet production — no previous dance experience required. Sign up for the audition through Eventbrite.
Who we are looking for
Children aged 11–13
Adults aged 18-120
Enthusiastic, reliable individuals interested in being part of a professional theatre production
Not all roles require formal dance training and there will be opportunities for a variety of ability levels.
Please note: child dancers with previous dance training please register for the second slot.
Audition details
Saturday 14 March
Location: the BDJ studio at Jersey Opera House
Audition sessions
12:00–13:30 – Children 11-13 years old (no previous dance experience required)
13:45–15:15 – Child Dancers 11-13 years old with at least two years of dance experience
16:00–18:00 – Adults (18+, all levels)
Important – capacity & registration
Spaces are limited for each session
Registration is first come, first served
All participants must register in advance via Eventbrite
Walk-ins cannot be guaranteed a place
What to expect
Auditions will be welcoming and accessible, focusing on:
Drama and expression through movement
Movement quality and musicality
Confidence and stage presence
Willingness to engage and work as part of a group
Selected performers will:
Perform alongside the professional dancers of Ballet d’Jèrri
Take part in structured, supportive rehearsals
Be expected to commit to the rehearsal and performance schedule
Information for parents, guardians, and participants
These auditions are for community performance roles, not professional dancer roles. Involvement is voluntary and unpaid
No previous dance experience is required to audition
Rehearsals will be age-appropriate, supervised, and professionally run
A clear rehearsal schedule and performance period will be provided in advance
Participation requires a commitment to rehearsals and performances
Spaces are limited, and registration does not guarantee casting
Initial development rehearsal period: July 27th-31st day time
Final rehersals will be scheduled at a later date but will take place in October and November in the evenings
Nutcracker Performance dates: Nov 26th evening, Nov 27th evening, Nov 28th matinee and evening, Nov 29th matinee