How To Participate in Youth Company
Students in levels 5-8 are eligible to participate in ECB’s Youth Company. Youth Company auditions take place during Nutcracker auditions.
Participation in ECB’s Youth Company is a privilege afforded to those students who demonstrate the highest standards of ability and commitment. In order to participate in the Youth Company, dancers are expected to:
- -Maintain regular attendance
- -Meet all requirements of the assigned level
- -Attend all scheduled rehearsals
- -Be available for ALL performances
- -Conduct oneself with the highest standards of professionalism, behavior, positive attitude, consistency, integrity, and hard work
Auditions
Auditions take place during Nutcracker auditions on Saturday, September 9, 2023
There is a $45.00 Audition Fee to be paid on Audition Day. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to audition time.
- Level 7 & 8 – 12:30 – 1:30 pm
- Level 5, 6A & 6B – 1:30 – 2:30 pm
- Level 3 & 4 – 2:45 – 3:15 pm
- Level 1, 2B & 2A – 3:30 – 4 pm
Required Ballet Program Classes
Company dancers must be enrolled in all ballet and pointe classes offered for their level. In addition, company dancers must enroll in Modern (Levels 6-8) or Character (Level 5) *All classes must be taken at ECB.
Requirements for Summer Intensive
Level 5 – 8 Company dancers must attend 4 required weeks of ECB’s Summer Intensive Program at their appropriate level. Company dancers who wish to attend outside summer intensives must have approval, and the intensive must include at least 4 to 5 weeks of study.
2024 ECB Summer Intensive Program Dates TBD
Company Dues for the 2023/2024 Season
TBD
- This fee covers rehearsals and costumes.
- The dancer must provide his or her own shoes, tights, and makeup for rehearsals and performances.