Our Show Season
Weehawken Dance presents two major productions each year, bringing together dancers from Montrose, Ridgway, and Ouray for an unforgettable performance experience.
2026–2027 Productions
- Auditions: Sunday, August 30, 2026
- Performances: December 2026
- Auditions: Sunday, January 17, 2027
- Performances: May 2027
What to Expect When You Audition
Auditioning is an exciting opportunity for dancers who would like to perform featured roles in addition to their regular class performance.
Who Can Audition?
Every currently enrolled Weehawken Dance student performs in the production with their class.
Auditions are only for additional featured roles, such as:
- Lead and supporting characters
- Solos and small groups
- Pointe features
- Aerial roles
- Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, or specialty sections
The featured roles available change with each production.
Can I Audition Outside My Style?
Yes! Dancers may audition for featured roles outside their primary dance style when appropriate.
Hip Hop and Aerial have separate audition sections. If you're interested in one of those roles, simply participate in that portion of the audition.
All students auditioning for featured roles must be currently enrolled in Weehawken Dance.
Male Dance Partners Welcome!
We are always looking for boys and young men to partner our ballerinas.
High school-aged boys are welcome to audition—even if they are not currently enrolled at Weehawken. No previous dance experience is necessary. We simply ask for a positive attitude and a commitment to rehearsals.
Before Audition Day
Please complete:
Audition Form- Availability Form
Both forms will be available on our website before auditions.
Audition Day
Please:
- Arrive dressed appropriately.
- Bring the dance shoes for the styles you're auditioning for.
- Warm up before your audition.
- Check in to receive your audition number.
Auditions are taught just like a dance class.
Dancers learn short combinations during the audition, so nothing needs to be prepared ahead of time.
Some productions also include character acting. You may be asked to portray different emotions or personalities through movement and facial expression.
If You're Cast...
Being selected for a featured role is both an honor and a commitment.
Featured dancers are expected to:
- Attend rehearsals regularly.
- Be respectful of teachers, classmates, and rehearsal time.
- Demonstrate leadership and professionalism.
- Communicate conflicts early.
- Represent Weehawken Dance positively both inside and outside the studio.
Rehearsals
Most rehearsals take place in Montrose.
Additional rehearsals may include:
- Sundays with Miss Natasha & Miss Pang
- Saturdays with Miss Val (Hip Hop)
- Weekday rehearsals with other classes
- Production-wide rehearsals
- Occasional rehearsals in Ridgway
Schedules vary by production and role.
Please read the weekly rehearsal schedule carefully.
Attendance Expectations
Accepting a featured role means committing to rehearsals.
- Submit all conflicts before schedules are created.
- Fill out the Away Dates Form on the Leads & Upper Level page.
- Missing more than four rehearsals may result in reassignment of your role.
- If significant rehearsal time is missed, private lessons may be required at the family's expense.
Rehearsal Fees
Featured roles include additional rehearsal time beyond regular classes.
Ground Dancers
- $40 per semester
- $80 for the full year
Aerial Dancers
- $50 per semester
- $100 for the full year
These fees help cover:
- Additional rehearsals
- Featured role instruction
- Costume needs
Occasionally additional expenses may occur, such as:
- Major costume alterations
- Private lessons needed to catch up after missed rehearsals
Students under Level 3 who are cast in featured roles are also responsible for the featured rehearsal fee.
Communication
Weekly rehearsal schedules are emailed every Monday.
After casting is announced, please reply with:
- Additional email addresses you'd like included
- Any remaining conflicts
- Schedule changes
Early communication helps us create the best rehearsal schedule for everyone.
Will Everyone Be Cast?
Yes!
Every enrolled Weehawken Dance student performs in the production with their class.
Featured roles are limited and are not guaranteed.
Our goal is to place every dancer where they will be challenged, successful, and have a wonderful performance experience.
Before You Audition
Please review the resources below before audition day:
