The journey begins with an audition process, where selected students are invited to join our company for the full season. Unfortunately it is not possible for us to accept every candidate onto the course after the audition process as we aim to keep our group sizes at a level that ensures we offer high quality training and attention to students throughout the course.

On the audition day, candidates will register in the reception area. We ask that all parents leave the site once children have safely entered the audition. After the audition, students will be brought to the reception area for collection.

As part of the audition process, candidates will take part in a ballet class and may learn some repertoire from our production, taking place in front of an audition panel.

For the audition, we recommend that dancers arrive with their ballet uniform underneath their clothes, with their hair and personal presentation in place as parents are not permitted to enter with the students. Dancers can wear their normal ballet attire of choice and skirts are optional.

AUDITION TIMINGS:

Please note: students must be 8 years old by the start of the course (18th October 2026), but age groups below are based on current age of applicants on the date of audition.

Age 7yrs-8yrs: 10:00am - 11:15am
Age 9yrs-10yrs: 11:30am - 12:45pm
Age 11yrs-12yrs: 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Age 13yrs-15yrs: 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Age 15yrs-21yrs: 4:30pm - 5:45pm

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Students will attend weekly Sunday sessions that include ballet classes and rehearsals for a full-length classical ballet production. Typically classes are 2.5hrs per week, but this is an intensive programme and students should be prepared for long rehearsal days, particularly closer to performance week.

All classes and rehearsals take place in top-quality facilities. Students train under the guidance of teachers and choreographers who are currently or have previously worked with leading dance companies and schools.

If accepted onto the course, students will be required to purchase the leotard.

Working with students on a weekly basis allows us to get to know them as individuals, to see their strengths and weaknesses, and to help them to develop their confidence and performance levels.

The programme culminates with production week at a professional theatre, where students will perform in four full-length ballet shows. All costumes are provided for every role.

We have four performances, divided into 2 different casts. What makes our programme special is that every student performs in both casts! This means that instead of just repeating the same role, students get to learn and perform different parts across the two casts. It's a fantastic opportunity to build versatility, confidence, and stage experience. We’re proud to offer this unique experience that gives our students a richer, more rewarding journey in every production.

We believe in the art of telling a story through dance. Lavish sets and exquisite costumes all contribute to a truly professional performance and box office successes. Our youth ballets are three act performances, in which every student gets their moment to shine!

Students who successfully audition onto this programme will also benefit from the following extras as part of their course fees:

1. A Professional Dance Photo & Headshot as a souvenir.
2. Performance Video Recording.
3. 10% Discount off all Ballet Britain School Holiday Courses, Masterclasses & Workshops for the duration of the programme.
4. An exclusive YTB Cinderella 2026/27 cast member t-shirt as a welcome gift

FEES - £975 (inc. VAT)

Option 1 - Standard Payment Schedule via Bank Transfer
- £150 deposit paid on acceptance (end of July)
- £275 paid by 31st August
- £275 paid by 30th September
- £275 paid by 31st October

Option 2 - 8x Monthly Payment Plan via Direct Debit
- £150 deposit paid on acceptance (end of July)
- 8x monthly payments of £108, starting in August, via Direct Debit

Please note, option 2 includes a £5/month administrative fee to cover payment processing (via GoCardless) and associated admin costs. Option 2 total with admin fees is £1,014.
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COURSE DATES
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The course dates listed are provisional and may change prior to confirmation of places. If unforeseen circumstances arise, sessions may be rescheduled and revised dates will be communicated to participants.Please note, class times and dates may change throughout the term but prior notice will be given to all students.

‍High attendance is extremely important for this production.

All rehearsals will take place at dance studios in Leeds.

2026‍
October: 18th, 25th
November: 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
December: 6th, 13th

2027
January: 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
February: 7th, 14th, 28th
March: 7th, 14th
April: 11th, 18th, 24th (Saturday), 25th
May: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd

Show Week – May 2027 - The Carriageworks Theatre, Leeds
Rehearsals: 25th, 26th
Performances: 27th (Evening), 28th (Evening), 29th (Matinee & Evening)