Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School Hosts Auditions in Lubbock for 2027 Summer Intensive Programs
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School (PBT School) invites dance students ages 12-23 from the Lubbock area to audition for its 2027 Summer Intensive Program and Company Experience on January 17, 2027.
PBT School offers an amazing experience for ballet students looking to improve their technique and expand their artistry, all while learning from expert ballet instructors. PBT School is committed to:
- Providing high-quality ballet education and training to prepare students for professional careers in dance
- Advancing the technique and skill of each dancer
- Structuring programs and resources to support each dancer’s health, nurturing them into creative, confident, and well-rounded individuals
This year, PBT School will continue to offer flexible class opportunities for its summer programs to better accommodate dancer and family needs. PBT School will split its summer sessions into various timeframes to offer more availability for dancers interested in summer programs. Dancers can audition for ISP’s 5 week, 3 week, or 2 week summer program, and either of the Company Experience sessions.
PBT School will travel to 29 U.S. cities during its 2027 National Audition Tour. Dancers who can’t audition in person can also submit a video audition by April 1, 2027 at 5:00 PM. Students can register for auditions here.
Audition Information:
Audition registration is open from now until January 15, 2027 at 8:00 AM MST All dancers must pre-register to attend auditions; the fee is $50. Auditions will last approximately two hours, and it is recommended that dancers arrive 30 minutes before the designated audition time. Registration can be accessed here.
Lubbock auditions for PBT’s Intensive Summer Program and Company Experience will be held at:
Ballet Lubbock
Audition time: 1:30 PM (please arrive 30 minutes early)
Program information:
Intensive Summer Program (ISP) – ages 12-23
The ISP offers three flexible enrollment options to dancers and families interested:
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5 Weeks | June 28-July 31
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3 Weeks | June 28-July 17
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2 Weeks | July 19-31
PBT’s Intensive Summer Program focuses on three core aspects:
- Training: PBT’s ISP features resident instructors and guest artists, many of whom previously danced for Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. Classes include ballet technique, repertoire, partnering, modern dance, and more. ISP students attend over 30 hours of training a week.
- Wellness: PBT School includes programs and resources to support each dancer’s health, working closely with experts in the University of Pittsburgh Department of Sports Medicine. PBT School emphasizes injury prevention, mental health, proper nutrition, strengthening, and more. The school’s top priority is ensuring that each student thrives both inside and outside the studio.
- Connection: At PBT School, we encourage a balance between training and relaxation. From our location in the Strip District, one of Pittsburgh’s liveliest neighborhoods, we support our ISP students in building relationships with their community by interacting with their peers while exploring the beautiful city of Pittsburgh and all it has to offer.
PBT School offers housing at Chatham University in Pittsburgh for ISP dancers. More information can be found here.
For more information about the Intensive Summer Program, please visit PBT School’s ISP homepage, which can be accessed here.
Company Experience – ages 16+
The Company Experience program offers two enrollment options to dancers and families interested:
- Session 1 | June 14 – June 25
- Session 2 | July 19 – July 30
This workshop offers a 2-week mentoring experience from PBT company, faculty members, and guest artists that will broaden students’ training in both classical and contemporary repertoire. Company Experience students will gain skills that will help them grow as dancers, build confidence, and take the steps needed to become professional dancers. More information can be found here.
About PBT School:
As the official training institution of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, PBT School is recognized as one of the nation’s finest schools for dance education and training. Under the direction of PBT School’s Dean, Raymond Rodriguez, it offers a diverse, high-quality dance curriculum to students across its Children’s, Student, and Pre-Professional Divisions. The school promotes ballet’s technique, discipline, and joy at every level, training the next generation of professional dancers.