AUDITIONS
Be part of Alice in Wonderland
Ballet Theatre Queensland are thrilled to welcome audition applications for our
January 2026 season of Alice in Wonderland.
At BTQ, young artists experience training, rehearsals, and performance, with the same structure and opportunities as that of a professional ballet company. This is more than just a stage opportunity; it’s an immersive experience designed for passionate dancers ready to take their artistry to the next level. From company class and rehearsals, theatre etiquette, stage make-up and hair education to full-scale productions, dancers will experience the rhythm of a true company life. With mentorship from seasoned professionals, rigorous training, and the thrill of live performance, this is your chance to grow, shine, and be part of something extraordinary.
The stage is set — are you ready to take your place?
APPLICATIONS
Applications are now open!
Applications close at 5pm, Friday 6 June.
Late Applications will not be accepted.
AUDITIONS
Junior Apprentice and Juniors (Ages 8+): Saturday 14 June
Intermediates and Seniors: Saturday 21 June
LOCATION: 57 HAYWARD STREET, STAFFORD 4053
Dancers must be available from 9am – 5pm on the day of auditions, to allow for potential call backs. BTQ will endeavour to have auditions between midday and 6pm on each audition day, however the exact schedule and timings will be determined by the number of applicants. Dancer’s exact audition and potential call back times will be emailed 1 week prior to auditions.
Dancers may also audition via video, however in person auditions are the preferred option.
SECONDMENTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
At BTQ, our mission extends beyond professional performance opportunities—we’re committed to creating career pathways for our dancers.
Thanks to the generosity of our incredible donors, we’re able to forge partnerships with leading ballet training organisations across Australia and the world, and we look forward to sharing our Secondment opportunities for this production in due course.
We are also proud to offer two fully-funded scholarships: the Phyllis Danaher Memorial Scholarship in honour of BTQ’s founder Miss Danaher, with thanks to the Danaher Family, and the Jodie White-Bivona Memorial Scholarship, Artistic Director at BTQ for 10 years, with thanks to the Whiteley Family.
General Audition Information
Ballet Theatre Queensland
• To audition, dancers need to be studying Grade 2 RAD (or equivalent syllabus level) and be at least 8 years of age or above, by 27/07/2025. • Senior dancers can audition up to the age of 22.
• For the Alice in Wonderland season, there will be 4 levels of auditions: Junior Apprentice, Junior, Intermediate and Senior (further advice on levels is given below).
Talented students from all dance schools are welcome to audition, with all dancers given an equal opportunity to shine on the day. Auditions include a masterclass viewed by our Artistic Director (and guest adjudicators) in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The audition may include some repertoire/choreography and acting exercises.
Successful dancers are advised by email. Once accepted into the company, dancers rehearse during term 3 and 4, including some holiday intensives, for a January 2026 season.
Rehearsal & Season Information
The Alice in Wonderland company timetable is available here.
The full company Orientation Day is on the 27 July 2025.
Rehearsals are between 9am and 5pm at the BTQ studios at 57 Hayward Street, Stafford. Please note that at some stage during late 2025, we will be relocating to our new home, at 12 Windorah Street, Stafford. Rehearsals begin with company class, taken by The Artistic Director, Rehearsal Director or a professional guest artist, often accompanied by a pianist. The remainder of the day is split up into rehearsals for the Alice in Wonderland production.
Two weeks of intensive rehearsals are scheduled:
21–27 September (the first week of the September School Holidays)
12–17 January (the week before the performance season in January)
These rehearsals are compulsory.
BTQ’s season of seven to eight performances at the QPAC utilises all dancers in multiple casts, giving every dancer the opportunity to perform a variety of roles.
The Alice in Wonderland Company Dancers will be rehearsing and performing at QPAC from 19–25 January 2026.
Video Audition Information
Ballet Theatre Queensland
VIDEO AUDITION INFORMATION
In person auditions are preferable, however video auditions are available if you are unable to attend on the day. To be considered, applications, audition fees and videos must be submitted prior to the audition date. The video must include:
– No more than 10 minutes of footage.
– Barre Work: Plies, tendus, adage and grand battement.
– Center work: Adage, center practice including pirouettes or pirouette preparation, warm-up allegro, and grand allegro (Junior level and above)
Intermediate and Senior
-Pointe work: echappes and releves, center practice including a pose arabesque and pose pirouettes en diagonal (if studied prior) OR a classical variation en pointe.
We aim to make this process as simple as possible, so students can be filmed during their regular classes, studio and teachers permitting. The video does not have to be high quality, just clearly showing the movement of the dancer not too far from the camera. No special filming techniques required.
Videos are to be sent as an accessible Youtube or Vimeo link. Straight Mp4 or any other formats will not be accepted. Links are to be included in the application form. Any missing information or unlabeled videos will not be accepted. Please ensure you have submitted your application and state ‘video application’ in the form.
BTQ Levels (aligned with Ballet Syllabus)
Please note the following alignments are a guide for BTQ auditions and Intensive Applications only.
BTQ staff and teachers take the dancer and their technical and artistic abilities into consideration when placing them in the appropriate level once company and/or intensive classes have commenced
BTQ JUNIOR APPRENTICE (Approx. Ages 8-10)
ACB – Pre Level 1 and Level 1
AICD – Grade 2 and 3
Cecchetti – Grade 1, 2 and 3
RAD – Grade 2 and 3
QBA Foundation – Level 9 and 10
BTQ JUNIOR (Approx. Ages 10-12)
ACB – Pre Level 1 and Level 1, 2, 3 and 4
AICD – Grade 2, 3 4 and 5
Cecchetti – Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and Intermediate Foundation
RAD – Grade 2, 3, 4, 5 and Intermediate Foundation
QBA Foundation – Level 7, 8, 9 and 10 and Academy Level 6
BTQ INTERMEDIATE (Approx. Ages 12-14)
ACB – Level 5
AICD – Grade 6 and Intermediate
Cecchetti – Intermediate
RAD – Intermediate and Advanced Foundation
QBA – Academy level 5
PLEASE NOTE: Intermediate dancers are required to have a minimum of 1 year training in pointe shoes at the time of auditions
BTQ SENIOR (Approx. Ages 14+)
ACB – Senior level
AICD – Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
Cecchetti – Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
RAD – Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
QBA – Academy Level 4
PLEASE NOTE: Senior dancers are required to have a minimum of 2 years training in pointe shoes at the time of auditions
Ballet Theatre Queensland Fees*
*Upon a successful audition and admission into the company
Company Fees: Junior Apprentice, Junior, Intermediate and Senior
The fees for the Alice in Wonderland season, including rehearsal days and 7-8 days in the theatre are $2,100 total.
Additional costs may include: Uniform and performance make-up, tights and shoes.
Bursary scholarship/s will be available, and once selected into the company, dancers and families are able to apply to be considered.
Payments can be made in part payments after acceptance.