2026 National Audition Tour

SAB’s annual National Audition Tour offers students across the country the opportunity to apply for the School’s summer programs. Select one of the Audition Cities below to view more details. Online registration is highly recommended.

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Chicago

Date: Monday, January 19, 2026

Address: Ballet Chicago
17 North State Street
19th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602

Age Groups
Audition Times
NY Junior Session*
(10-12 year olds)
10:00 am – 11:00 am*
11-12 year olds
11:00am – 12:15 pm
13 year olds
12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
14 year olds
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm
15–18 year olds
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

*This audition is for applicants ONLY interested in the New York Junior Session. No pointe work is offered at this audition.

Age-eligible students interested in being considered for both NYJR and the five-week Summer Course should audition only in the 11–12 year old age group beginning at11:00 am.

Pointe work is only required for the girls training track of Summer Course.

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