Pre-Registration: $40 
Walk-up Registration: $45 

Pre-Registration closes at 5:00pm MST the Thursday before each audition date. All audition fees are non-refundable, regardless of the circumstances. 

Female identifying students ages 12-20 must be on pointe. Students ages 10-12 who are not en pointe and attending a Summer Intensive audition at a location other than Colorado Ballet will be considered for our Young Dancer Summer Intensive. 

Steps to Register for an Audition: 
Complete online registration and payment for the audition location of your choice.  
Within the online registration, you will be prompted to submit the following required photos:  
- (1) 4”x6” photo in first arabesque (en pointe if applicable)  
- (1) 4”x6” headshot portrait  
- Photos do not need to be professional quality but must clearly portray the student.

Registration Details: 

In addition to CBA’s SI Audition Registration, your confirmation email will contain a link to complete an NSIA audition form.  
The NSIA audition form must be completed immediately upon receipt in order to participate in the audition. Failure to fill out this form will result in a delay in the processing of the student’s audition results, and/or the student will not be evaluated. 

Online registration for NSIA closes on Friday, January 23, 2026. 
For more information on NSIA, please visit https://nsiatour.squarespace.com  

Sunday, February 1, 2026 
Colorado Ballet Academy 
1075 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204 

Pre-Registration Audition Fee: $150.00 
Walk-up registration is not permitted 
Pre-Registration closes at 5:00pm MST on Sunday, January 25. Audition fees are non-refundable, regardless of the circumstances. 
Ages 11-14 
Registration 8:30-9:00am MST 
Audition 9:00-11:00am MST 

Ages 15-16 
Registration 11:00-11:30am MST 
Audition 11:30am-1:30pm MST 

Ages 17-20 
Registration 1:30-2:00pm MST 
Audition 2:00-4:00pm MST 

Colorado Ballet Academy gives the same priority to those who audition in person or via video audition.   

Details: 

- Video registration fee $50. 
- All audition fees are non-refundable, regardless of the circumstances. 
- Videos must be recorded and uploaded to a video sharing site such as YouTube or Vimeo 
- Please make sure the visibility settings for the video are set to public. 
- Video must be recorded between October 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026. 
- All videos must be received by no later than March 31, 2026. 
- Early video audition submissions are encouraged as the deadline may change as the program is filled.  
- Videos will be reviewed upon receipt and results will be communicated within six (6) weeks. Due to the number of auditions, we are unable to provide individual feedback. 

• Audition dress code:

  - Female identifying students must wear a solid color leotard and pink or skin toned tights with matching flat and pointe shoes.
  - Male identifying students must wear a fitted white shirt and black tights with black or white ballet shoes. 
  - Students shall have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity, within the dress code requirements stated by CBA. 

• 
  The audition video should be no more than 10 minutes in length and include the following: 

  Barre
  - Ages 10-13, one side only with tendu, degage, rond de jamb and adagio.
  - Ages 14-20 do not need to submit barre work

  Center floor work 
  - Adagio 
  - Pirouette combination 
  - Petit allegro 
  - Grand allegro 

• Pointe work for female identifying students  
  - Echappe 
  - Releve in arabesque 
  - Pirouettes en pointe 
  - Diagonal turning combination 

• Men’s technique for male identifying students   
  - Tour en l’aire 
  - Petit allegro with batterie
  - Men’s grand allegro  
  - Grand pirouettes 

• • If also auditioning for CBA’s Pre-Professional Division, the video should include a classical variation.

   

Steps to register for a video audition 

- Complete online registration and payment for the video audition.  
- Within the online registration, you will be prompted to submit your video link along with the following required photos:  

- (1) 4”x6” photo in first arabesque (en pointe if applicable)  
- (1) 4”x6” headshot portrait  
Photos do not need to be professional quality but must clearly portray the student. 

• - Online registration closes at 5:00pm MST on the Thursday before each audition. 
  - All audition fees are non-refundable, regardless of circumstance. 
  
  Audition Dress Code 
  - Female identifying students must wear a black leotard and pink or skin toned tights with matching flat and pointe shoes  
  - Male identifying students must wear a fitted white shirt and black tights with black or white ballet shoes.   
  - Students shall have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity, within the dress code requirements stated by CBA.   

• Health and Safety Protocols 
  - No student will be permitted to enter the Colorado Ballet Armstrong Center for Dance if they have tested positive for Covid within the past 5 days. If a student is within 6-10 days after testing positive, they will be required to wear a face mask. 
  - All students attending a CBA Summer Intensive audition at one of the audition tour cities must comply with the health and safety protocols set forth by each institution. 

Students should arrive at the audition warmed up and ready to dance. Please be prepared to dance an abbreviated barre, center combinations, pointe work and male steps. Students may be asked to repeat combinations several times in order to be adjudicated fairly. Advanced females should wear pointe shoes for center work. 

Our Summer Intensive accommodates pointe and male training from beginning to advanced/professional levels. Students should not feel pressured to execute any steps they have not learned or are not comfortable dancing during the audition. For example, if a student has not learned pirouettes in the center en pointe, they should not attempt the combination and let the instructor know. 

Tuition 
2 Week Session: June 10 – June 20, 2026* | $1,795  
3 Week Session: June 22 – July 10, 2026 | $2,495 
5 Week Session: June 10 – July 10, 2026* | $3,495 

Housing 
2 Week Session: June 9 – June 20, 2026* | Lynx Housing $1,695 | Nita Housing $995 
3 Week Session: June 21 – July 10, 2026 | Lynx Housing $2,395 | Nita Housing $1,495 
5 Week Session: June 9 – July 10, 2026* | Lynx Housing $3,495 | Nita Housing $2,495 

Lynx Housing (Students ages 11-17)**: Housing at Lynx Crossing at CU Denver includes apartment style living in air conditioned two-bedroom, two-bath suites shared amongst 4 students per unit. All meals, transportation to and from all CBA locations, and activities are included in the housing package. Students residing at Lynx Crossing are chaperoned by CBA’s Chaperone Staff. 

Nita Housing (Students 18-20)**: Housing at CBA’s Nita Apartments include apartment style living in air conditioned two-bedroom, two-bath suites shared amongst 4 students per unit. Meals, transportation to and from all CBA locations, and activities are not included in this package. Students residing in the Nita are not chaperoned, but have access to an onsite CBA Resident Advisor. 

Lynx Housing Student Fees 
Registration Fee $100 
2 Week Activity Fee $200 
3 Week Activity Fee $300 
5 Week Activity Fee $400 

Non-residential and Nita Housing Student Fees  
Registration Fee $100 
Optional 2 Week Catered Lunch Fee $195 
Optional 3 Week Catered Lunch Fee $295 
Optional 5 Week Catered Lunch Fee $495 

No classes will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2026. 

Lunch fees are included in the price of housing for students residing in the dorms. Activities for non residential students and those residing at the Nita will be offered on an a la carte basis. Activities will be announced at a later date. 

*Classes for the 2 Week and 5 Week sessions will begin on Wednesday, June 10. Students enrolled in those sessions will have full Saturday class schedules on June 13 and June 20. Check in for housing will occur on Tuesday, June 9. 

**The age of the student is determined by their age on the start date of their registered session. 

Classes are held Monday through Friday 9:30am-4:15pm and Saturdays 9:30am-1:15pm or 9:30am-4:15pm. 

No classes will be held on Saturday July 4, 2026. 

Colorado Ballet Academy continues to assess COVID-19 as well as other illnesses and appropriate health and safety protocols. At this time, CBA does not require COVID vaccinations for our Summer Intensive.

Lynx Crossing at the University of Colorado Denver 
Students ages 11 to 17 who choose the housing option will reside at Lynx Crossing the University of Colorado Denver. These units are airconditioned, two-bedroom, two-bath suites shared amongst 4 students per unit. The beautiful CU Denver campus is located in the heart of Downtown Denver within easy walking distance to RTD Light Rail where students will be escorted daily to and from CBA’s various locations by its experienced chaperone staff.  

Colorado Ballet’s Company and Studio Company Dancers fulfill the role of chaperones, which provides an excellent resource for students on and off the CU Denver campus. The student to chaperone ratio is approximately 12:1 and chaperones are available onsite 24 hours a day. Additional security is provided on the campus via CU Denver’s Security Staff and the issuance of a CU Denver ID which provides access to the dorms, cafeteria, and other select buildings exclusively to permitted students and staff. 

The residential student meal plan consists of breakfast and dinner on campus Monday-Saturday, with lunch catered either at the CBA studios or on campus depending on the students’ schedule. On Sundays, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided on campus. 

Colorado Ballet Academy also offers chaperoned weekend outings for all residential students. Transportation is provided, and all outings are covered by the residential student activity fee.  

Past CBA activities included: 
- Performances at Denver Center for the Performing Arts 
- Colorado Rockies baseball game 
- July 4 Celebration with Colorado Symphony 
- Museum of Contemporary Art Denver 
- Local dance performances at a variety of venues 
- Local tour attractions around the city of Denver 
- University of Colorado Denver events 

CBA Apartments at the Nita 
Students ages 18 to 20 who choose the housing option will reside at CBA’s apartments at the Nita. These units are airconditioned, two-bedroom, two-bath suites shared amongst 4 students per unit. 

Amenities Include:  
Samsung Stainless Steel Appliance Packages 
Quartz Countertops 
Full-Height Backsplash 
Samsung Washer & Dryer 
Full-Tiled Bath & Shower Surround 
Ceiling Fans 
Solar Shades 
Honeywell Thermostat  
Fitness Center 
Makers Space 
Bike Storage & Washing Station 
Club Room Featuring Entertaining Space 
Coworking Pods 
3rd Floor Spa 
Fire Pit 
Grilling Area 
Sky Lounge & Roof Deck 
Expansive Mountain & City Views 

Meals, transportation to and from all CBA locations, and activities are not included in this package. Students residing in the Nita are not chaperoned, but have access to an onsite CBA Resident Advisor. Activities will be offered on an a la carte basis, and they will be announced at a later date. 

How are students chosen for Summer Intensive? 
Summer Intensive is by audition only. Students are assessed based on their technique, overall ability, physical attributes, strength, focus, attitude, and previous classical ballet training, as well as the ability to receive and apply correction. 

When will I find out if I have been accepted? 
For in-person auditions, results will be communicated via email within two weeks. 

For video auditions, results will be communicated via email within six weeks. 

Students who are accepted will be asked to respond by the deadline provided in the acceptance letter. Registration fee, as well as tuition and housing deposits are due upon acceptance. Those who do not register by their deadline will be placed on a waitlist. Due to the number of auditions, no feedback will be provided. 

Are there different levels within the program? How and when does level assignment happen?  
Students will be assigned to one of four levels. Level 1 is designed for students with 3 months to three years of experience en pointe. In addition, within Level 1, students may be invited to participate in a separate pointe class dedicated to building the fundamentals of pointe work. Levels 2 through 4 are designed for students who have been en pointe two or more years. Level assignment is pre-assessed during the student’s audition for the Summer Intensive. Placement classes on the first day of each session will determine final level placements. CBA does not allow requests for a change in level placement from students and/or their parents/guardians. 

Is it possible to attend a portion of one session? 
Partial sessions are not allowed. 

Are scholarships or financial aid available? 
A limited number of merit-based scholarships are available and awarded on a case-by-case basis during the time of audition. We are unable to offer financial aid for our summer programs.  

Can parents observe classes? Will there be a performance at the end of the session? 
On the last day of each session, families are invited to observe a short demonstration of a class at the CBA studios. 

For students attending the two-week session, families will have the opportunity to attend an informal performance at the Studio Loft at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. 

For students attending the three and five week sessions, families will have the opportunity to attend a performance at the King Center located on the CU Denver Campus.  

What is the dress code for Summer Intensive? 
Female identifying students must wear a black leotard, pink or skin toned tights with matching pointe shoes. For adjunct classes, footless pink or black tights, black character shoes, black character skirt, jazz shoes are required. 

Male identifying students must wear a fitted white shirt and black tights with black or white ballet shoes. For adjunct classes, black jazz pants, black jazz shoes, and black character shoes are required. 

Students shall have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity, within the dress code requirements stated by CBA.   

What is a daily schedule like? 
A typical day includes 4-6 hours of dance with supplemental conditioning, lectures and focused training. Weekly hours are either Monday to Friday from 10:00am-4:15pm and Saturdays from 10:00am-1:15pm or 10:00am-4:15pm. Summer Intensive curriculum consists of level specific classes in ballet technique, pointe, male specific conditioning and technique, variations, pas de deux, dramatic scene work, modern, contemporary, jazz, character, Flamenco, cross training, PBT and Pilates. Supplemental classes may include career talks with professional dancers and master teachers, injury prevention, nutrition, dance history, and music for dance. 

When can I check in to the dorms? Can I check in early? 
Check-in and check-out details will be communicated prior to the start of each session. Due to scheduling constraints with the University of Colorado Denver, check-in arrival times will vary for each session. Early check-ins and check-outs after the end of a session are not allowed. 

How are roommates assigned? Can I request a room with a specific person? 
CBA Staff will pair students based on age and gender. Students may mutually request to room together during the registration process, but requests are not guaranteed.   

Is airport transportation available? 
Yes, airport transportation through CBA may be arranged during the registration process. If applicable, please contact your airline regarding policies for unaccompanied minors. Additional charges may apply depending on arrival/departure of flight and/or special circumstances. 

May students leave the dorm on their own?  
All students staying at the dorms, regardless of age, are required to be escorted to and from the dorms for all activities. Curfews and lights out times will be strictly enforced by program staff. Permission to leave campus is handled on a case-by-case basis and must be arranged with CBA staff by a student’s parent/guardian. Late returns to the dorms past the daily curfew are not allowed. 

May I stay part-time in the dorms or overnight with a friend who is staying in the dorms? 
Due to restrictions by the University of Colorado Denver, we are only able to offer the dorms on a full-time basis for the duration of the summer intensive session chosen. For the safety of our students, guests and visitors are not permitted in the dorms.    

How do residential students commute between CU Denver, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, and the Auraria Campus? 
Students are escorted to and from the dorms by CBA’s Chaperone Staff. 

Are Summer Intensive students eligible for Colorado Ballet Academy’s year-round program? 
Students who meet appropriate age requirements will be eligible to register for year-round Levels 5-7. Students ages 13-20 who are interested in training in our daytime Pre-Professional Division have the opportunity to be considered during the Summer Intensive. Acceptance into the Pre-Professional Division is by invitation only and is dependent on space and availability. 

Are Summer Intensive students considered for Colorado Ballet Studio Company positions? 
Eligible students attending Summer Intensive may be assessed Colorado Ballet’s Studio Company based on availability. 

Is attendance at the Summer Intensive required to apply for the Pre-Professional Division and/or Colorado Ballet Studio Company positions? 
Attendance of Summer Intensive is not required in order to apply for Pre-Professional Division or Studio Company; however, students interested in these positions are encouraged to attend the SI.