Auditions for our Fall 2024 shows have wrapped. Thank you to all who attended auditions!

 
 

Join the Magic: Polar Express, The Musical Premieres in San Antonio!

Get ready for an enchanting adventure as Polar Express, The Musical makes its world premiere at the iconic Empire Theatre December 6-8, 2024! This is your opportunity to be a part of a heartwarming holiday classic brought to life on stage.

We are seeking dynamic performers with exceptional acting, vocal, and dancing skills to join our cast. Dancers of all styles are invited to audition as we search for talented and dedicated performers proficient in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, commercial jazz, or gymnastics. Musicians will have the chance to shine, performing timeless songs from the beloved original.

Audition Information:

  • Date: Saturday, August 24, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

  • Location: DCSA Studios, 126 W. Rector, Ste 120

  • Cost: Free audition; if offered a role, production fee is $375 if paid in full and $425 if paid in installments.

  • Requirements: Age 8+. Sides and music will be provided before audition. Tap dancers will be provided one tap combo through video and all dancers will learn other dance style combos in person.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this magical journey! Whether you're a seasoned performer or an emerging talent, we want to see what you can bring to this spectacular production.

Experience the wonder, share the joy, and make history with Polar Express, The Musical at the Empire Theatre. All aboard!

Production team:

Artistic Director: Vanessa Bessler

Producer: Lisa Dunne

Vocals, Choreography: CBSA Staff

A Holiday Classic: Audition for The Children's Nutcracker 2024!

Celebrate a decade of holiday enchantment with our 10th anniversary production of The Children's Nutcracker! We are thrilled to bring this timeless ballet to life on the magnificent Lila Cockrell stage, located on the historic Riverwalk December 13-15, 2024.

We are looking for dancers, gymnasts, musicians, or actors aged 3 to 19 to join us in this special milestone production. We invite you to be part of this magical journey.

Performers with Special Needs encouraged to audition.

Audition Information:

  • Date: Saturday, August 24, 12:00-4:30 pm

  • Location: DCSA Studios, 126 W. Rector, Ste 120

  • Cost: Free audition; if offered a role, production fee varies based on roles. Payment plan available.

  • Requirements: Age 3+.

  • Audition times (tentative, could change depending on registration numbers):

    • Age 3-7: 12:00-1:00 pm Dance Audition

    • Age 8-11: 1:00-2:00 pm Dance & Gymnast Audition

    • Age 12+: 3:00-4:00 Dance & Gymnast Audition

Check-in time: 30 minutes before audition for ages 8+. Age 3-7 arrive at 12:00 pm. (Headshot photo will be taken before audition. Please arrive on time, in required attire and with required hair.)

Ballet dancers at 13+: *IMPORTANT* If artist is an advanced, proficient dancer en pointe, and would like to be considered for the role of Sugar Plum Fairy, a video to study will be shared with those registered.

If you have any questions about auditions, please email Lisa Dunne at lisa@childrensballetofsanantonio.org.

Production team:

Artistic Director: Vanessa Bessler

Producer: Lisa Dunne

Choreography: CBSA Staff