A Community Outreach Program, Transforming Lives Through Dance
Audition Announcement: The Nutcracker Experience 2025
Presented by Dual Star Academy of Dance
We are thrilled to welcome back Niki and Keegan O’Brien as directors for this year’s Nutcracker Experience! Their professional expertise will once again bring this beloved holiday tradition to life in an inspiring and accessible way for our dancers and community.
At Dual Star, we believe that performing is a vital part of a dancer’s education. The Nutcracker Experience introduces students and families to the magic of narrative ballet, while also giving back to the community through two outreach performances at local nursing homes and a final theatre performance for friends and family.
Audition Date:
Sunday, September 14th
Rehearsals:
Sundays between 12:00–4:00 PM (exact time based on casting)
Rehearsals run for 10 weeks.
Participation Fee:
$330 per dancer
$310 for company dancers
Fee includes rehearsals, costumes (excluding shoes and tights), and 3 performance opportunities.
Nutcracker Experience Audition Schedule
Sunday, September 14th
Dual Star Academy of Dance
Parent Information Meeting: 12:00 PM
Ages 4–5 (Creative Movement): 12:45 PM – 1:15 PM
Ages 6–8 (Level 1): 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Ages 9–12 (Level 2): 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Level 3 and Up: 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
*Please bring Pointe shoes if applicable
Can’t attend the audition? Contact Miss Niki at niki@dualstardance.com to discuss alternative options.
Let’s make magic together this holiday season!