Nutcracker Details & Audition Information
August 31, 2026Primary Ballet & Heber Valley Ballet Present: The Nutcracker
We are so excited to announce details for our upcoming full-length Nutcracker production, including audition information!
The Nutcracker is different from our spring ballet production in that it is an optional add-on opportunity for dancers in 1st grade and up. Participation includes an audition, additional rehearsals outside of regular class time, and a rehearsal/performance fee. Nutcracker participation is designed to complement, rather than replace, students’ regular ballet classes. Ballet dancers from throughout the community are welcome to audition and do not need to be enrolled at Primary Ballet to perform in The Nutcracker.
(For our spring production of Cinderella, all Primary Ballet students, including those under age 6, will have the opportunity to participate. Cinderella rehearsals will be incorporated into students’ regular class time, so there are no auditions or additional rehearsals for Cinderella.)
We have already been working hard to bring this Nutcracker production to life, from developing roles and choreography to designing beautiful costumes and scenery. We are thrilled to perform in the gorgeous, brand-new theater at Deer Creek High School, with two performances on Saturday, December 12th.
Nutcracker Auditions - Date: Friday, September 11th
Dancers will audition in age groups according to the schedule below:
- 3:30–4:15 PM: 8th grade and up (if not currently a Heber Valley Ballet Company member) Please bring pointe shoes if you have them, but pointe shoes are not required.
- 4:00–5:00 PM: 1st and 2nd graders
- 4:45–5:45 PM: 3rd and 4th graders
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5:30–6:30 PM: 5th and 6th graders
Some 6th graders may be asked to stay until 7:15 PM. - 6:15–7:15 PM: 7th graders
Time Commitment
Depending on casting, dancers will rehearse either Friday afternoons after school or Saturdays. Rehearsals will be approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the role. Specific rehearsal times will be announced when casting is released.
We expect to have casting decisions available by Friday, September 18th.
Choreography rehearsals will take place on the following weekends:
- September 25–26
- October 2–3
- October 23–24
- November 6–7
- November 13–14
Performers may miss one choreography rehearsal, but we strongly encourage dancers to attend all scheduled rehearsals whenever possible.
Mandatory Rehearsals & Performances
The following rehearsals are mandatory for all cast members. Specific rehearsal times will be announced closer to each date and will vary depending on casting. We will do our best to keep rehearsal blocks as short as possible, especially for younger performers.
- Saturday, November 21st morning/midday
- Tuesday, December 1st late afternoon/evening
- Friday, December 4th late afternoon/evening
- Saturday, December 5th morning/midday
- Tuesday, December 8th late afternoon/evening
- Friday, December 11th Staging rehearsal, late afternoon/evening
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Saturday, December 12th Performances at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Call times will be 1 to 2 hours before each performance, depending on role.
Performance & Rehearsal Fees
Fees will range from $140–$180, depending on age and casting. These fees help cover the costs of rehearsal time, costumes, scenery, venue rental, and other production expenses.
All proceeds from Nutcracker ticket sales and other production-related revenue go toward supporting our nonprofit youth ballet company, Heber Valley Ballet. Your participation helps us provide meaningful performance opportunities and quality ballet experiences for young dancers in our community.
Audition Form
If you would like your dancer(s) to participate in The Nutcracker, please complete the audition form below and bring your dancer(s) to Primary Ballet studios at the appropriate audition time on Friday, September 11th. Submitting the form lets us know that your dancer will audition and is available to participate in the production. Audition Form: https://forms.gle/hLtXU3RzKA9YVXKG9
If you have any questions, please reach out to info@primaryballet.com.
We are so excited to bring this beloved holiday tradition to life and create a beautiful Nutcracker experience for our dancers, families, and community. We can’t wait to get started!
150 N Main Street, Heber, UT 84032,
Suite 110
(435) 709-5561
info@primaryballet.com
