Alberta Ballet's The Nutcracker

Calling Edmonton dancers ages 9-17!

Watch this page for future audition dates.
The 2026 Nutcracker cast has been selected, rehearsals are underway. 

Young dancers from the Edmonton region are invited each year to audition for Alberta Ballet's The Nutcracker. Selected dancers rehearse and perform alongside Alberta Ballet's professional artists, gaining an unforgettable behind-the-scenes experience while taking the stage at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.

Our Edmonton Children's Cast welcomes dance students from studios throughout Edmonton. 
(Our Calgary Children's Cast is limited to Alberta Ballet Classes and Alberta Ballet School students.)

Our 2026 Children's Cast had the following criteria:

• Dancers must be at least nine years old by Dec. 31, 2025.  
• Some roles require a minimum of three years of ballet training. 
• Height restrictions apply due to costume sizing; heights will be confirmed on audition day. Max. height is 6’1.
• Cast members must attend all rehearsals and performances

Each year, young dancers become an essential part of Alberta Ballet's celebrated production of The Nutcracker, performing before thousands of audience members alongside the Company's professional dancers and artistic team.