Company Audition Summer Program 2026

All dancers ages 7 + in Level 1 + are welcome to audition for CDDS Company.
Age 7 Primary level dancers may audition by invitation only.
It is suggested to have 1 year of Level 1 before auditioning for Company. Age is a guideline.
Dancers should demonstrate progression of dance skills and maturity in class for their age, have good stage presence, express a passion for dance, be kind and a team player, have good attendance.
Taking extra classes and private lessons are helpful for dancers with a goal of Company. Schedule private lessons through out the September-June season to prepare.
Invitations to audition are sent to select students in the Spring.
If your dancer is interested in Company please email us at info@CarolynDutraDanceStudio.com to discuss!
See below for audition schedule by age/level. Age as of July 1.*Schedule and guidelines subject to change.
Non-current Company dancers ages 10-17 : Those auditioning for the first time may be invited to take select Company classes in the Spring. Contact us by April 1 if interested to schedule classes info@carolyndutradancestudio.com

About Company

Program A: Age 13-17 or Level 3-5, Companies: Rhythmette, Junior, Senior & Select Pee Wee in 2025-2026 Season

Details: Attend Summer Intensive & Monday Classes

When:
- Intensive - Monday, July 20-Thursday, July 23, 2026(Schedule/Location TBD)
- Audition Day - Friday, July 24, 2026 (Schedule/Location TBD)
- Company Mondays- July 13, August 3, August 10, 2026 4-8pm (Smithfield)
- Block Company Choreography Week: Monday August 17-Friday 21, 2026 (Schedule/Location TBD)
  - Specific days and times TBD. If your dancer starts school this week let us know asap so we can plan accordingly.
- Schedule subject to change
Cost: $465, Includes: Summer Intensive, Company Monday Session, Audition Fee, Choreography Week *Subject to change (Due May 1 for current Company members)
Register: Deadline July 1. Class: Company Audition Program B (Ages 10-17), Find under Session: Company Summer 2026
Dancers MUST be present for entire Company Intensive and Mondays.
What to wear: TBD by class, Ballet always pink tights, black leotard, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun. No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class) Dress Code

Program B: Age 10-12 or Level 2, Companies: Closed Class, Preparatory, Pee Wee in 2025-2026 Season

Details: Attend Summer Intensive & Monday Classes

When:
- Intensive - Monday, July 20-Thursday, July 23, 2026 (Schedule/Location TBD)
- Audition Day - Friday, July 24, 2026 (Schedule/Location TBD)
- Company Mondays- July 13, August 3 , August 10, 4-8pm (Smithfield)
- Block Company Choreography Week: Monday August 17-Friday 21, 2026 (Location TBD)
  - Specific days and times TBD. If your dancer starts school this week let us know asap so we can plan accordingly.
- Schedule subject to change
Cost: $465, Includes: Summer Intensive, Company Monday Session, Audition Fee, Choreography Week*Subject to change (Due May 1 for current Company members)
Register: Deadline July 1. Class: Company Audition Program B (Ages 10-17) Find under Session: Company Summer 2026
Dancers MUST be present for entire Company Intensive and Mondays.
What to wear: TBD by class, Ballet always pink tights, black leotard, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun. No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class) Dress Code

Program C: Ages 7-9 or Level 1 & Invited Primary in 2025-2026 Season

Company Audition Workshop is designed to help dancers prepare and audition for the CDDS Company with curriculum to refine technique, hone skills, dance class etiquette and improve presentation. It will act as a strong tool in a focused setting with specialized attention to Company level requirements. This workshop is only for dancers interested in Company, who are serious about reaching their dancing goal. It is not a guarantee the dancer will advance to Company. We hope to help them get there!
Dancers must also take 1 week of Dance Camp.
*Primary level dancers may attend by invitation only as it is suggested to have 1 year of Level 1 before auditioning.

Details: Attend Audition Workshop & Dance Camp Week 2

When:
- Dance Camp Week 2: Tuesday July 14-Friday July 17, 2026 10:45am-1:45pm (Warwick)
- Company Audition Workshop: Monday, July 20-Thursday, July 23, 2026 (Schedule/Location TBD)
- Block Company Choreography Week: Monday August 17-Friday 21, 2026 (Location TBD)
  - Specific days and times TBD. If your dancer starts school this week let us know asap so we can plan accordingly.
- Schedule subject to change
Cost: $335, Includes: Workshop, Dance Camp, Audition Fee, Choreography Week *Subject to change
Register: Deadline July 1. Class: Company Audition Program C (Ages 7-10), Find in Session: Company Summer 2026
Dancers MUST be present all 4 days of the workshop and camp.
CLICK HERE for Camp details.
What to wear: Black leotard short/long sleeve, pink tights, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun, Ballet/Tap/Jazz shoes. No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class) Dress Code

Company Audition Prep Workshop (Runs in Winter & Spring sessions)

This class is suggested for dancers ages 7-12 who are interested or plan to audition for Company this Summer or any student looking to further their dance technique in a focused class setting. It is designed to help dancers prepare for the Company Audition Workshop with curriculum to refine technique, hone skills , dance class etiquette and improve presentation. It's a great introduction to the Company experience.!
The session is a consistent curriculum and dancers must attend the entirety, no drop-ins.

What to wear: Black leotard short/long sleeve, pink tights, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun, Ballet/Tap/Jazz shoes, black leggings for Jazz/Tap optional. Clothes and shoes should be presentable (clean, no holes). No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class)
Bring a small sealable water bottle.