# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ESBT "Nutcracker" Auditions 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The Eastern Shore Ballet Theatre is a local non-profit organization that is proud to have brought high-quality classical ballet productions to the Eastern Shore of Maryland for over 35 years. ✨?


Auditions for our upcoming production of "The Nutcracker" are open to all dancers and performers on Delmarva!

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*NEW*
Pre-register by completing our online registration form:
https://forms.gle/VPKwcASAUmoDorsA9

Online registration will close on Thursday, September 10th.

Families who do not submit the online registration form by that deadline will need to complete a paper registration form in person at auditions. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete this paperwork.



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Start Time/Duration of Auditions:

12:30pm - Doors open for registration & paperwork
1:00-1:30pm - Tier 1; ages 6-7
1:35-1:55pm - Parent Meeting 1*
2:00-2:30pm - Tier 1; ages 8-9
2:40-3:40 pm - Tier 2; ages 10-12 (or dancers over 12 that are not en pointe)
3:50-5:00pm - Tier 3; dancers en pointe (ages 12+)
3:50-4:10 - Parent Meeting 2*
4:10-4:30pm - Registration & measurements for supernumeraries/actors


*We encourage at least one parent/guardian to attend a parent meeting to receive information about ESBT, the production itself, as well as guidelines & expectations of our members.


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What to expect?
$30 audition fee
Be prepared to complete an audition form  (for those that did not complete in advance)
A photo and measurements will be taken.
The audition will require demonstration of skills and retention of choreography set to music.


​Dress:
female - black leotard, pink tights, soft ballet shoes, hair secured in bun
male - white shirt, black tights/pants, soft ballet shoes, hair secured out of face


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​​​Tier 1 - Young Performers 

Eligible Age: 6-9
Experience/Abilities: roles require coordination, musicality, movement, and acting; dance experience preferred for select roles, but not necessary for others.
Rehearsal Schedule: Saturday and/or Sunday afternoons for select times between 1-6pm beginning in October and continuing until performance weekend



Tier 2 - Beginner/Intermediate Level Dancers 

Eligible Age: 10-12 or ages 12+ and not en pointe
Experience/Abilities: roles require coordination, musicality, movement, and acting; dance experience preferred
Rehearsal Schedule: Saturday and/or Sunday afternoons for select times between 1-6pm beginning in October and continuing until performance weekend



Tier 3 - Advanced Level Dancers en Pointe

Eligible Age: ages 12+
Experience/Abilities: dance experience required including training en pointe
Rehearsal Schedule: Saturday and Sunday afternoons for select times between 12:30-6pm beginning in October and continuing until performance weekend



Supernumeraries/Actors as Party Scene Guests 

Eligible Age: 12+
Experience/Abilities: roles require coordination, musicality and movement; no dance experience required, acting experience preferred
Rehearsal Schedule: Saturday afternoons for select times between 1-3pm beginning late October and continuing until performance weekend


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Absences Allotted: 3

​Performance Week Schedule: (attendance is mandatory)
Wednesday, December 2nd - Blocking/Tech Rehearsal
Thursday, December 3rd - Dress Rehearsal
Friday, December 4th - Morning Performance at 10AM, Sensory Friendly Performance at 1:30PM & Evening Performance at 7:30PM
Saturday, December 5th - Morning Performance at 11AM & Evening Performance at 7PM
Sunday, December 6th - Afternoon Performance at 2PM

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For more information regarding auditions, visit: esbt.org/auditions


If you have any questions or are unsure which tier to audition with, please don't hesitate to send us a message or email: info@esbt.org
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/salisbury/esbt-nutcracker-auditions-2026/200030662829657
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, meetups, entertainment, performances, workshops, parties
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 51

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Salisbury
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 321 Tilghman Road, Suite 203, Salisbury MD 21804
- **lat**: 38.36404
- **long**: -75.54541
- **full address**: 321 Tilghman Road, Suite 203, Salisbury MD 21804, 321 Tilghman Rd, Salisbury, MD 21804, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is ESBT "Nutcracker" Auditions 2026 being held?
  - **A:** ESBT "Nutcracker" Auditions 2026 takes place on Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm at 321 Tilghman Road, Suite 203, Salisbury MD 21804, 321 Tilghman Rd, Salisbury, MD 21804, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing ESBT "Nutcracker" Auditions 2026?
  - **A:** ESBT "Nutcracker" Auditions 2026 is organized by Eastern Shore Ballet Theatre.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** ESBT "Nutcracker" Auditions 2026 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Salisbury, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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