Get ready to sparkle on stage this season! Collide is casting local youth dancers for our Holiday Spectacular – a magical celebration featuring iconic scenes from The Nutcracker and festive dance storytelling set to your favorite holiday hits!
Join us for an unforgettable winter performance filled with classical ballet, jazz, contemporary, and character work. From Sugar Plum dreams to Santa’s Workshop, this is your chance to shine in a show that brings holiday joy to all ages!
The Holiday Spectacular will offer young dancers an opportunity to perform alongside the Collide professional company at the beautiful Luminary Arts Center, home to the MN Opera, in the North Loop. The production is directed by Collide Artistic Director, Regina Peluso (Guthrie's A Christmas Carol choreographer).
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AUDITION DATE #1: Monday, August 17
📍 LOCATION:Collide Theatrical Dance Company-755 Prior Ave N Ste 235H St Paul MN 55104
⏰ TIME: Ages 8-10 5:00-5:30pm; Ages 10-13 5:30-6:00pm, Ages 14-17 7:00-7:30 Ages 18+-8:00-8:30pm
AUDITION DATE #2: Sunday, August 23
📍 LOCATION:Collide Theatrical Dance Company-755 Prior Ave N Ste 235H St Paul MN 55104
⏰ TIME: Ages 8-10 10:00-10:30am; Ages 10-13 10:30-11:00am; Ages 13-17 11:00-11:30am; Ages 18+ 11:30-12:00pm.
The Holiday Spectacular performs December 2-6, 2026 at The Luminary Arts Center.
Audition Expectations: Auditions are located at Collide Theatrical Dance Company. Wear dance attire (ballet/jazz shoes recommended) and bring a headshot and resume, if available. Dancers should expect to learn a short dance combination.
Please be prepared to stay for the full audition slot.
Roles and Casting: Seeking youth dancers, ages 8-18, who are proficient in ballet and jazz dance. Additional skills (tap, acro, pointe) are a plus! Specialty roles include Clara, Toy Soldiers, Holiday Elves, Toys, and more featured soloists alongside an ensemble cast.
Fee: There is $150 participation fee to cover costumes and professional rehearsal training. Scholarships available.
REHEARSAL DATES & PERFORMANCE
Zoom Parent and Dancer Info Meeting Sunday 9/13 7pm.
Rehearsals: Sundays 9/20; 9/27; 10/4; 10/11; 10/25; 11/1; 11/8; 11/15; 11/22; 11/29;
Rehearsal Times:
- Youth Company 9am-12:30pm (dancers will be called within this window)
- Teen Company 12:30-2:00
- Apprentice Company 2:00-4:00pm
Questions? Email [email protected].
Come be part of the magic – let’s make this season spectacular together!
Staff
Holiday Spectacular Director: Regina Peluso
Holiday Youth Company Asst Director:Kenny Bieshke
Artistic Associates/Choreographers: Jarod Boltjes, Heather Brockman
Managing Director: Noelle Bohaty
Engagement Coordinator: Jess Yates