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🩰 Audition Notice: A Very YEG Nutcracker-PLEASE- sign up using the ticket link or the link in THIS event
Produced by: Conwitz Production Society- We are a local group passionate about creating unique and meaningful performance opportunities for local artists to grow their craft and engage with their community. We believe that the magic that happens between stage and audience can break barriers and make the world a better place.
Why ballet?
Honestly, everything is just more beautiful at the ballet! 🩰
Our founding member, Morgan Kunitz, grew up in the dance world and realized there just aren't enough chances for experienced local dancers to get on stage and perform. She wanted to change that. With her extensive experience producing full musicals, solo artist cabarets and her own performances she is thrilled to come full circle with helping to produce this show with Conwitz Production Society
With A Very YEG Nutcracker, we’re creating a space for dancers to shine while bringing the magic of the show to the community. We've kept the price affordable and the length to just one hour, so everyone can come out and enjoy the show! Fun fact, Our director Margaret Dalwood was one of Morgan’s very first dance teachers
Production Type: Community Ballet (1-Hour Production)
We are seeking experienced ballet dancers (ages 10 and up) to join the cast of A Very YEG Nutcracker. This exciting new 60-minute production is set right here in Edmonton. Our production is designed to make the magic of ballet fun, affordable, and high-energy for the entire Edmonton community!
Who We Are Looking For:
Ballet Dancers ages 10 to Adult.
Strong foundation in classical ballet technique.
Dancers who are passionate about community engagement and performing in a fast-paced, professional-style environment.
Audition Details
Date: June 18, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Note: Specific time slots are assigned by age group
Location: The Orange Hub, Studio 333 ( Orange Hub Directory
Requirements: Please wear proper dance attire and bring a great attitude!
How to Book Your Audition
STEP 1 book your audition spot- Links go live on our FB event April 19th 9 am
Spots are limited! Starting April 19th you can book your auditions, check the FB event for links going live at 11 am
👉 Ages 10–12 Experienced- 4:30-5:30
👉Ages 13–15 - Intermediate- 6:00-7:00
👉Ages 15+(Pointe Work Required for female dancers )-Advanced- 7:30-8:30
Note: Dancers in the 15+ pointe category must be proficient in pointe work to audition.
STEP 2 after securing your spot fill you will have an audition info form to fill out with photo uploads so we are prepared for your audition.
Production Commitment
A Very YEG Nutcracker rehearsal Schedule Sept-Nov (dancers will not be called to every time slot but need to be available within these times, times are subject to change slightly based on individual call)
Tuesday, Sept 8: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, Sept 13: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, Sept 20: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, Sept 27: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, Oct 4: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Oct 6: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday, Oct 13: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, Oct 18: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Oct 20: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, Oct 25: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Oct 27: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, Nov 1: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 3: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, Nov 8: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 10: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, Nov 15: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 17: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Production & Performance Week
Wednesday, Nov 18 (Load-in & Tech)
Load-in: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM - parent volunteers
Staging Rehearsal: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday, Nov 19 (Final Dress)
Dress Rehearsal: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday, Nov 20 (Show day 1-two shows)
Call Time: 4:00 PM
Show 1 Curtain: 5:30 PM
Show 2 Curtain: 7:30 PM
Saturday, Nov 21 (Show day 2- two shows)
Call Time: 11:30 AM
Show 1 Curtain: 12:30 PM
Show 2 Curtain: 5:30 PM
Roles by Age Group
Ages 10–12
Festival Goers
Woodland Animals
Curlers
Morning Celebration
Ages 13–15 (Non-Pointe)
Festival Goers
Coyotes/Magpies
Floral Dance
Morning Celebration
Ages 15+ (Pointe)
Festival Goers
Northern Lights
Snowflakes
Morning Celebration
Lead Roles
There is no set age requirement for the following roles:
Clara
Nutcracker
Duchess Sweet Fairy
Parents of Clara
Snowflake Lead
Please note: All casting decisions are final. This production is a community unpaid performance opportunity.
Please contact Conwitz Productions with any questions [email protected]
About the Director
Margaret Dalwood, Fellow and Examiner (CC-CICB, FISTD)
Margaret Dalwood, originally from Alberta, trained at Alberta Ballet School and the Arts Educational School, Tring Park in England. She went on to work with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, teaching in the Professional Teacher Training Program and leading Senior Ballet Levels from 1998 to 2004.
In 2004, she founded Cecchetti Dance Theatre in Edmonton, directing it until 2014 before joining Alberta Ballet as Head of the Open Division. She also served as Rehearsal Director and Regisseur for children’s casts in productions such as The Nutcracker, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty.
In 2025, she became Ballet Mistress with Canada’s Ukrainian Shumka Dancers. A Fellow and Examiner for Cecchetti Canada, she continues to teach and present across Canada.
Please contact Conwitz Productions with any questions [email protected]
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10045 156 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5P 2P7, Canada
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