Study with the artists of Chicago Repertory Ballet this Summer! Train in ballet, pointe, variations, contemporary and learn CRB’s hallmark repertoire from the dancers of CRB. Do not miss your opportunity to study in Chicago this Summer July 22 - August 2nd. Two weeks, and two levels offered! Auditions required. Students must be 12 yrs old by July 22nd 2024. Intensive will be held at Extensions Dance Center 3933 N. Elston Ave. is optional).

NOW ACCEPTING VIDEO AUDITIONS

Video audition deadline: Monday April 15th 5pm

Video specifications: 7 - 10 mins in total. Accepted sharing avenues: Google Drive link, YouTube Link, Vimeo link. File downloads or transfers not accepted.

Videos should include:

  • Ballet Barre section: short exercises consisting of the following:

Plie, Tendu/Dégagé, Rond De Jambes, Frappé, Fondu/Developpe/Adagio, Grande Battement

  • Ballet Center section: short exercises consisting of the following:

Tendu/Degage, Adagio, Waltz (with turns), Petit Allegro, Grande Allegro

  • Pointe work (pre-pointe work is acceptable): short exercises consisting of:

Passés and Echappes, Ballones, Pas de Bourées and Piques in varying positions

  • Contemporary combination

Classical variations and other performance work accepted but not required.

Video auditioners must register at the link below and then send headshot, resume (PDF FORMAT ONLY) and audition links to intensive@chicagorepertoryballet.com.


Summer Intensive General Information

This year’s Summer Intensive will be held at Extensions Dance Center 3933 N. Elston Ave. July 22 - Aug 2nd. Train with the company members of CRB and some of most renowned instructors in Chicago!

Fee: $750

Sample Schedule:

9:30am - 11:00am Ballet technique class

11:00am - 12:00pm Variations

12:00pm - 12:45pm Lunch

12:45pm - 1:30pm Pilates

1:30pm - 3:30pm CRB Repertoire

DRESS CODE

Choose one dress code option that is most appropriate for you. Students are free to wear the attire that is appropriate for them on any given day within these three options.

Option 1 - Black leotard, tights and shoes that match which are appropriate for your complexion.

Option 2 - White fitted or athletic T-shirt, black tights, black shoes.

Option 3 - Solid color unitard (gray preferably) white socks, white shoes.