Academy Auditions
#Step into your future with Queensland Ballet Academy
Audition applications open from 1 May 2025
Queensland Ballet Academy is passionate about developing the artists of the future, providing a clear career pathway through intensive training, to develop and nurture young dancers whose talent and ability are internationally sought-after.
Whether you're just beginning your journey or refining your path to a professional career, Queensland Ballet Academy invites passionate, dedicated dancers to audition for our world-class training programs. Discover key dates, audition requirements, and answers to your most frequently asked questions—your next step starts here.
#2025 Auditions
Ages
6 — 11
2025 Foundation Program - Semester 2 Auditions
Queensland Ballet Academy
Ages
17+
Ages
17+
2026 Pre-Professional Program Auditions (Brisbane)
Thomas Dixon Centre
Ages
11 — 18
2026 Lower & Upper School Auditions (Brisbane)
Queensland Ballet Academy
–
Ages
11 — 18
Ages
12+
Lower & Upper School Auditions and Elite Training Series (Melbourne)
Melbourne Academy of Arts
Ages
12+
Lower & Upper School Auditions and Elite Training Series (Sydney)
The McDonald College, Sydney
–
Ages
12+
#The Audition Process
Entry to all Academy programs is by invitation or audition. Each audition is an open ballet class and contemporary class*, this may be followed by a call-back. Applicants are not required to pre-prepare any material, although some applicants may be required to undertake an interview.
*For Upper and Lower School Levels 1 & 2 / years 11 & 12 only.
Auditions for the Guest Academy Program will be held via video audition submission only.
See audition tips from Academy Alumni Alisa and Max.
#Video Audition Guidelines
Queensland Ballet Academy welcomes talented dancers from around the world to audition for our training programs. For those unable to attend in-person auditions, video submissions offer an accessible pathway to showcase your artistry, technique, and potential.
Video Auditions are welcomed for our Guest Academy Program and for International Applicants to our Upper & Lower School Programs, and our Pre-Professional Program.
Below, you’ll find details about how the Video Audition process works for these programs.
#2025 Late Auditions
Late audition applications for 2025 are now closed, please email academy@queenslandballet.com.au to enquire about the possibility of submitting a late application.
#Discover more
Academy Fees
Find out information relating to Academy fees and financial support.
FAQs
Have more questions about our training programs? Find more information through our frequently asked questions.
Events
Queensland Ballet Academy offers a range of workshops and training events for aspiring young dancers, to improve their technique, dance with their peers and learn from our esteemed faculty. Participation in these events is open to all!
