Ballett Zürich
Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland
Ballett Zürich – Auditions
Audition purpose: Dance company
Audition type: In person, Video submission, Invite only
Audition fee?: No
Style(s): Ballet
Audition date(s):
The auditions will be arranged individually and take place in the ballet studios of Opernhaus Zürich in mid February 2026.
Paid position?: Yes
Contract(s) Offered: Company Member
Auditioner gender: Female-identifying, Male-identifying
Skills Required: Strong ballet technique, Strong pointe work, Partnering/pas de deux
Application material: Headshot(s), Resume, 1 ballet variation, 1 contemporary solo, Dance photos
Extra requirements:
The auditions for the Junior Ballett are open to candidates over 17 years and under 22 years.
Submission deadline: Jan 4, 2026
About
For the season 2026/27 under the artistic directorship of Cathy Marston, Ballett Zürich is looking for
Dancers (m/f/d) for Group, Solo
Dancers (m/f/d) for Junior Ballet
Requirements:
a strong classical technique and be able to perform a variety of repertoire including classical, neo-classical and contemporary.
Artists of the company are considered creative collaborators and should be open and versatile in terms of dance styles and creative processes. They should be team players.
The work of Cathy Marston will anchor the repertoire. Her passion for narrative dance should be reflected in the applicants’ own artistic interests.
Ballett Zürich is committed to the positive values of diversity, promotes equality and opposes discrimination. We particularly welcome applications from all ethnic backgrounds and genders.
Dancers identifying as female should have strong pointe work technique. Non-binary dancers who wish to be considered for pointe repertoire should demonstrate their technical ability in this area.
How to Apply
To apply for auditions, please use the application “Lanced” and have the following requested documents ready to upload:
a résumé / CV (indication of desired pronouns and dancing profiles welcome).
a portrait + a dance photo.
a short video to both classical/neo-classical work (not barre work and preferably a solo with pointe work if applicable) and a contemporary solo
Where & When
The auditions will be arranged individually and take place in the ballet studios of Opernhaus Zürich in mid February 2026.
Deadline
We are accepting applications until Sunday, 4th January 2026
For application or further questions, please use “Lanced”.