Performance Opportunities
Live Theater
Performances are an important part of a dancer’s training. Live performances give dancers an opportunity to learn choreography, to work with other dancers to create patterns on the stage, and even to act! Dancers of the Vacaville Ballet Company School will have several opportunities for live performances each school year, including The Nutcracker and an end of the year recital.
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Auditions
Participation in The Nutcracker is optional for VBC School students. Students enrolled in the school will be prioritized for casting. Auditions for VBC School intermediate and advanced level students will be announced at the studio. Casting for pre-ballet and basic level students will be based on age and height.
Open auditions for dancers outside of the VBC School will be held if there are role openings. Open audition calls will be announced here on our website and on our social media pages. Auditions will be held at the VBC studios. Participation in open auditions does not guarantee participation in the production.
No information on open auditions available at this time.
Production Fees
Production fees help the non-profit organization offset the costs of a production, including costume and prop storage and maintenance, theater rental fees, drop and equipment rentals, etc. All production fees are non-refundable and do not include the cost of supplies (i.e., tights, leotards, technique shoes, pointe shoes, make-up, hair supplies, etc.)
VBC School Students
All Roles- Dancers who are enrolled in the VBC School.
- Performs in all (single cast) or half (double cast) of the shows. Performances will include a dress rehearsal and/or 1 or more student matinee performances (SMATs).
- Includes a warm-up class at the theater prior to each performance for dancers cast in Lead & Corps roles.
Open Supporting Role
Double Cast- ancers who are not enrolled in the VBC School but are enrolled in regular ballet classes.
- Performs in half of the shows. Performances will include a dress rehearsal and 1 or more student matinee performances (SMATs).
Open Supporting Role
Single Cast- Dancers who are not enrolled in the VBC School but are enrolled in regular ballet classes.
- Performs in all of the shows. Performances will include a dress rehearsal and 1 or more student matinee performances (SMATs).
Open Lead & Corps Role
Single or Double Cast- Dancers who are not enrolled in the VBC School but are enrolled in regular ballet classes (including pointe work).
- Performs in all (single cast) or half (double cast) of the shows. Performances will include a dress rehearsal and 1 or more student matinee performances (SMATs).
- Includes warm-up class at the theater prior to each performance.
Production Policies
These policies and expectations are designed to ensure the running of a smooth production and for the safety of our performers and volunteers. We aim to provide a positive experience for you, your family, and our patrons while aiming to preserve the traditions of ballet and the theater. Any infractions of these policies and expectations may be grounds for removal from current and future productions. We encourage you to review these policies prior to committing to participate.