Nevada Union High School Dance Auditions:
2025-2026 School Year
Before the audition, please complete the AUDITION FORM online. Bring to the audition one headshot or school photo – size 4×6 or larger (a photo copy is fine) for the judges’ reference. We recommend that you also bring a water bottle. Please read all of the following information:
About the Program: Nevada Union Theatrical Dance is a public school performing arts program dedicated to the education of high school students in the technical, historical, and artistic traditions of theatrical dance. Classes are offered from beginning through advanced levels in ballet, modern/contemporary, jazz, hip hop, and character. Students must be enrolled at Nevada Union High School or Dual Enrolled at Ghidotti or North Point Academy (schools within the Nevada Joint Union High School District).
Beginning Dance: No Audition Required. Any N.U. student grades 9-12 may sign up to enroll. Beginning classes are offered during 3rd and 5th periods. Performance opportunities are available but are not required. 4th Period is our “Beginning Dance for All Abilities” class, which partners students with moderate to severe special needs with general education peers. This accessible, inclusive course is designed to introduce beginning level dancers of all physical and cognitive abilities to a variety of movement styles. Students will experience a fun, supportive, and uplifting dance workout with a focus on connection and collaboration.
Intermediate Dance: Audition required. Class meets 6th period every other day. Required weekly rehearsal after-school on Wednesdays from 3:45-5:30 p.m. for the school year to prepare for performances. Some weekend rehearsals will also be required to work with guest choreographers.
Advanced/Ensemble: Audition required. Class meets daily during 7th AND 8th period (must enroll in both 7th Period Advanced Dance AND 8th Period Performance Ensemble). Required after-school rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30-5:00 p.m. to prepare for performances. Some weekend rehearsals will also be required to work with guest choreographers.
| WHEN? | Wednesday, February 26th at 3:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| WHO? | Any student who will be enrolled in the NJUHSD school district for the 2025-2026 school year with dance training in ballet, modern, and/or jazz technique. |
| WHERE? | NUHS Dance Studio (Located next to the pool) 11761 Ridge Road, Grass Valley, CA 95945 |
| WHAT DO I WEAR? | All dancers must wear form-fitting exercise clothing. We recommend a leotard with tights or leggings (no baggy clothing or cover-ups). Hair must be in a ponytail or bun. Socks are recommended for your feet, or you can wear ballet/jazz shoes if you prefer. |
| WHAT SHOULD I BRING? | Before the audition, please complete the AUDITION FORM online, available at our dance program website: https://www.nevadauniondance.com/auditions/
Bring to the audition one headshot or school photo – size 4×6 or larger (a photo copy is fine) for the judges’ reference. We recommend that you also bring a water bottle. |
| WHAT TO EXPECT? | Auditions are like dance class: Warm ups & Technique Exercises (Pliés, Tendu/Dégagé, Developpé, Stretch), Progressions Across the Floor (Turns, Kicks, Jumps), Ballet Grand Allegro (for Advanced), AND Choreography |
QUESTIONS? Email Mrs. Wadman at cwadman@njuhsd.com or call 273-4431 Ext. 2103