AUDITIONS

Novus Contemporary Ballet is entering its 2026–2027 season with bold new repertory, collaborative projects with Selah Dance Collective, and touring/educational engagements across California. We hire technically rigorous, artistically curious, and collaborative dancers who are excited to work across ballet and contemporary idioms, and who value process as much as performance.

2026–2027 Season Highlights*

  • Two new evening-length works by Artistic Director Meredith Ventura

  • Shared repertoire with Selah Dance Collective

  • Education/outreach residencies with local schools and partner orgs

  • Possible touring engagements to New York, San Francisco, and South America

*Subject to change

Audition Pathways

At this time, we are not seeking out new dancers. If you are interested in future work with Novus, please feel free to email us at info@novusballet.com.

Apprentice / Trainee Track (2026–27)

For developing professionals who are close to company-ready or who want to dance in Meredith Ventura’s repertory while building technique and performance experience.

Includes:

  • Daily/weekly company-class access (ballet, contemporary, pointe/men’s)

  • Repertory rehearsals with performance opportunities

  • Professional development (teaching, outreach, choreographic labs)

  • Possible pathway into company contracts the following season

Financial aid and work exchange will be available. Indicate in your email if you’d like to be considered.

Accessibility & Inclusion

Novus Contemporary Ballet welcomes dancers of all genders, body types, and backgrounds. If you need an audition modification (injury, space limitations, disability access, remote location), let us know in your email and we will provide an alternative.

Questions?

Email info@novusballet.com. Follow @novusballet and @selahdance for updates, class audition dates, and repertory sneak peeks.