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Auditions will be held Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 at the Scottish Rite Building, 322 Centennial Mall (15th & L Streets). Schedule is listed below.
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. 14 years and older (including both males & females)
High School graduates and college students welcome
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 12 & 13 year olds
11:00 - 12:30 p.m.   Callbacks for Group A: females begin with pointe shoes on
12:30 - 1:45 p.m. Callbacks for Group B: females bring pointe shoes
3:30 - 4:15 p.m. 10 & 11 year olds
If you dance on pointe, bring pointe shows. However, pointe is not necessary for this age.
4:30 - 5:00 p.m. 8 & 9 year olds
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Gymnasts
6:00 - 6:15 p.m. Party Boys (ages 6 & older)

To be considered for a role as an Adult Party Parent, complete audition registration form and email to Arts Incorporated, 315 S 9th, Suite 110, Lincoln, NE 68508. Must be post-marked by October 1, 2009. These parts may also be cast from the 14 & older age group.

Judges may ask you to also audition with other groups, so be prepared to stay later than the time posted for your age.

For 12 year olds and up: at the end of your first audition session, judges will tell you to come back in Group A or Group B.

There will be a one-time audition fee of $15.00 payable at registration to defray the expenses of renting the audition ste, judges' fee and transportation, photocopying, and postage. If you are in need of financial assistance please call (402) 441-0739 for information. Checks are payable to LMBC.

For an audition application, download here or call (402) 477-8446. For more information on the Lincoln Midwest Company, please call the Artistic Office at (402) 411-0739.

Information Regarding Auditions
  • Arrive at least 30 minutes early to register, dress, and warm up.
  • MANDATORY: Any auditioner under 18 years old MUST have a parent/guardian sign the release BEFORE auditions and bring this to the audition.  Auditioners 18 and older must sign release for themselves.
  • There is no indoor waiting are for parents / guarians.
  • All auditioners must be at least eight (8) years old on the day of the audition. Gymnasts and party boys must be at least 6 years old on the day of the audition.
  • Auditioners must be at least 12 years old, or entering 7th grade to be considered for appointment as apprentice dancers and 14 years old or entering 9th grade to be considered for company dancers.
  • You must audition with your age group.  Your age and grade are determined on the day of the audition.
  • LMBC Board policy requires that its artistic staff participate in the audition process and has final approval of judges' casting decisions.
  • Audition results will be mailed the week of October 5th.  No results will be given by phone until after October 8th.
Tips for Auditioners
  • Judges expect professional attire: females in pink tights, black leotards and ballet shoes; males in black tights or trousers that allow easy movement and white tee shirts.
  • Be well-groomed; females' hair should be held back.
  • When you register, you will be given an audition number.  The judges will not know your name or dance studio.
  • You will audition in groups.  LMBC staff will call you in from the waiting area.
  • During the audition, someone will tell you what to do.  So do not worry about "What should I do when I audition?"
  • If you make a mistake, don't worry about it.  Go on and do your best.
  • If you dance on pointe, be prepared to put on pointe shoes, but judges may choose not to ask for this or ask you to remove them.
  • Smile, be yourself, and enjoy the audition.
Nutcracker Dress Rehearsals
Thursday, December 17th, and Friday, December 18th
Nutcracker Performances
Saturday, December 19, 2:00 & 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 20, 2:00 p.m. at Lied Center for Performing Arts
Request for permission to miss a rehearsal

Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company requires cast members to attend all rehearsals scheduled for their parts. However, the artistic director has discretion to allow a cast member one excused absence when a rehearsal coincides with another very serious event. Such an event includes an important responsibility at the academic school, a significant dance opportunity, or a once-in-a-lifetime family event.

Download Absense Request Form PDF