Register for 2026 Audition Tour
In-Person & Virtual Auditions – Ages 11+
The Victoria Academy of Ballet (VAB) Audition Tour invites aspiring dancers from across Canada and around the world to audition for our Full-Year and Summer Programs. Open to students aged 11 and up, auditions provide an opportunity to showcase talent, potential, artistry, and musicality in front of VAB’s internationally acclaimed ballet faculty. We seek dancers who exemplify these qualities, reflecting the high standards of our programs.
Auditions focus exclusively on classical ballet, highlighting VAB’s dedication to training technically strong, versatile, and well-rounded ballet artists. Join us to take the first step toward advancing your ballet training with one of Canada’s leading dance academies.
Upcoming 2026 Audition Locations
Join us in Toronto, Ottawa, Québec City, Penticton, Kelowna, Nanaimo, and Courtenay for the 2026 Victoria Academy of Ballet Audition Tour. Dancers ages 11+ are invited to audition for our Full-Year Professional Training Program and Summer Intensives.
International audition dates, including Mexico, will be announced soon.
If you have any questions about the audition process, requirements, or program placement, please contact our Admissions Department.
Victoria Academy of Ballet 2026 Audition Tour – Canada
Aspiring dancers ages 11+ are invited to audition for Victoria Academy of Ballet’s Full-Year and Summer Programs. Showcase your talent in classical ballet and contemporary dance before VAB’s internationally acclaimed faculty and take the next step toward a professional dance career.
International Auditions — Coming Soon
Victoria Academy of Ballet will be expanding its 2026 Audition Tour with international locations. Upcoming audition dates will be announced for:
• Brazil
• China
• Costa Rica
• Japan
• Mexico
• USA
Stay tuned for official dates and registration details. If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact our Admissions team.
How to Register for Your Audition
Ready to join the Vancouver Academy of Ballet’s Audition Tour? Registering is easy and can be completed in just a few steps. Whether you prefer to sign up online, attend a Zoom audition, or join us in person on the day of your city’s audition, we offer flexible options to support every dancer. You can register online by completing the form and uploading your required photos, register for a Zoom audition to receive your link and details, or register in person as a walk-in if online registration has closed.
Online Registration
Please complete your audition form and upload three photos: one headshot, one tendu à la seconde, and one first arabesque.
Walk-Ins Welcome
If online registration has closed for your audition city, walk-ins may attend on the day. Please bring exact cash for the audition fee.
Virtual Auditions
Zoom Audition
If don’t live in any of these locations, you can still audition with VAB’s faculty by participating in an online class via a live Zoom audition.
Video Audition
If none of the previous stages of auditions work, you can still audition via video, via video submission (accepted year-round).
Why Audition for Victoria Academy of Ballet?
Victoria Academy of Ballet (VAB) is one of Canada’s leading professional ballet schools, located in beautiful Victoria, BC. Our auditions give dancers aged 11 and up the opportunity to be evaluated by our internationally recognized faculty, who are highly trained to identify the most talented dancers, those who demonstrate a love of dance, a strong work ethic, and a focused approach to excellence.
Auditioning with VAB is the first step toward achieving your dance dreams. Your future starts here, where students follow in the footsteps of our accomplished alumni and train with some of the best ballet educators in the world. Through the VAB Audition Tour, dancers can be considered for our nationally and internationally respected Full-Year and Summer Ballet Programs, developing the skills, artistry, and discipline needed to succeed at the highest levels of classical ballet.
Take the first step toward your future in ballet, your training, growth, and dance dreams start with VAB.
Training Pathways
Victoria Academy of Ballet offers programs for dancers at all levels. The full-time Professional Training Program (PTP) provides advanced ballet training alongside half-day academic studies for middle and high school students, helping them develop both technically and artistically. The Bridge Diploma Program (BP) is designed for post-secondary dancers transitioning into early professional careers, offering intensive ballet training and performance experience. The summer Professional Dance Intensive (PDI) provides high-level training to strengthen technique, artistry, and stage experience for dancers of varying ages and levels.
Audition for Victoria Academy of Ballet (VAB)
Your future starts here at Victoria Academy of Ballet (VAB), one of Canada’s leading classical ballet schools. Auditioning gives you the chance to train alongside talented peers and aspiring professionals in a supportive, inspiring environment. Our internationally recognized faculty help you develop technique, artistry, musicality, and performance skills, preparing you for a successful career in professional ballet. Surround yourself with excellence, challenge your potential, and take the first step toward achieving your dance dreams.
For questions, contact our Admissions Team.











