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American Ballet Theatre is pleased to offer one-day Training Experiences, an opportunity for pre-professional dancers ages 12-18 to train with ABT Faculty at our 890 Broadway studios.
With over 90% of the American Ballet Theatre main Company as alumni of ABT’s Training Programs, we look forward to welcoming dancers in this next step on their ABT journey. No previous participation in an ABT program is required.
Photo: Emma Zordan.
Classes will be held at American Ballet Theatre from 10:00am – 5:00pm. Dancers will participate in four classes throughout the day including ballet technique and pointe/men’s work as well as classes highlighting ABT’s repertoire.
Age guidelines vary for each program and are in reference to the dancer’s age on the date of the workshop. Dancers will be placed in classes based on their age on the date of the program. Class sizes will be limited.
The program cost is $250 USD and due in full at the time of enrollment. Enrollment is on a first-come, first serve basis.
To register, visit ABT’s Student Portal via the link below!
| Date: | Cost: | Location: | Ages: |
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November 11, 2026 At Capacity 10:00am – 5:00pm |
$250 USD |
American Ballet Theatre 890 Broadway, 4th Floor New York, NY 10003 |
12 – 18*
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December 29, 2026 Audition Prep Workshop- see below 10:00am – 4:00pm |
$250 USD |
American Ballet Theatre 890 Broadway, 4th Floor New York, NY 10003 |
8 – 12 |
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February 15, 2027 10:00am – 5:00pm |
$250 USD |
American Ballet Theatre 890 Broadway, 4th Floor New York, NY 10003 |
12 – 18* |
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March 26, 2027 10:00am – 5:00pm |
$250 USD |
American Ballet Theatre 890 Broadway, 4th Floor New York, NY 10003 |
12 – 18* |
*At least one year of pointe work is required for female-identifying dancers in this program.
ABT Student PortalExperience a day with American Ballet Theatre to prepare for a Young Dancer Summer Workshop or Summer Intensive audition! This program will be from 10am-4pm at ABT’s studios and it will include an information session, a mock audition class and two afternoon workshop classes, similar to those offered in the Young Dancer Summer Workshop program.
Dancers must be at least 8 years-old and no older than 12 years-old by the date of the program. Dancers will be placed in classes based on their age on the date of the program. Class sizes for this program will be limited.
Please note that attending this program does not replace an audition for ABT’s 2027 Summer Training Programs. Dancers must register separately for their audition class. Participation will not guarantee acceptance on the 2027 National Audition Tour.
The program cost is $250 USD and due in full at the time of enrollment. Enrollment is on a first-come, first serve basis.
Register below via the Student Portal!
| Date: | Cost: | Location: | Ages: |
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December 29, 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm |
$250 USD |
American Ballet Theatre 890 Broadway, 4th Floor New York, NY 10003 |
8 – 12 |
ABT Student Portal
Female identifying dancers – solid-colored leotards, full-length tights in pink or a color close to natural skin tone, and ballet slippers. Pointe shoes will be needed for the pointe classes.
Male identifying dancers – solid-colored t-shirts, full-length black tights, and ballet slippers. Dancers may wear white shoes with white socks or black ballet slippers.
Kindly note the following:
Students who have previously attended an ABT Training Program or audition may use their previous login credentials to log in to the Student Portal. Please click “Log In” at the top right corner.
Step One: Register for the ABT Portal
Step Two: Register for the Program
Additional Steps if Necessary:
For any issues with your registration, please contact Portal@abt.org.
For questions regarding the program or registration, please contact ABT’s Education Staff at Training@ABT.org or call 212-477-3030, x1118.
