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TRAINEE PROGRAM

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Magnum Opus' Trainee Program exists to encourage and strengthen dancers as they grow into artists through a loving, positive and Christ-centered environment.

 "My biggest passion is to contribute to the progression of excellence in the Christian arts. Magnum Opus has been developing my artistry and technique so I can better communicate the beauty and truth of art to our audiences." - Sophia Kelly, current company artist who started in our trainee program

"In just the first few months I have been able to see a progression in my artistry, relaying passion through dance, and improvement of my technique in general. Whether it’s in trainee class, company rehearsal, or onstage for a performance, there’s always something to learn. All that we do is centered in Christ, therefore every movement has a meaning and every dance has a purpose to glorify Christ. " - Janna Rujawitz, former trainee

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The Trainee Program is intended to be a one- to two-year long program for dancers 18 years and older, running from September through May each season.

 

The program will further develop the dancer's technique while being mentored artistically and spiritually by the Magnum Opus trainee staff. The trainee schedule offers: ballet technique, pointe, strengthening, contemporary, jazz, musical theater, creative worship, and choreography class. Dancers will also train alongside the company on a weekly basis and have the opportunity to perform in every major company production. The trainees have unique performance opportunities separate from the company to help develop not only their artistry, but also their ability to minister to the community through dance. Artistic Director, Abigail Henninger, will consider trainee dancers for apprentice positions with the company at the end of each season.

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Audition Information for the 2026-2027 season.

 

We will be participating in a joint audition on February 7th in Amarillo, Texas at Doxa Dance Ministries. Please follow the audition hub on instragram to learn how to register. @auditionhub.doxa​

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Please submit all of the following materials by January 31st if you wish to be considered for a class audition in Madison, WI.

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Application Requirements:​

  • Dance Photo - First arabesque 

  • Completed Application Form

  • 1 Spiritual and 1 Dance Letter of Reference

  • Audition fee $10 (only if you are asked to come to Madison, WI for further review)

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Video requirements:

Full center on flat for women. Please include, adagio, turns, and jumps on both sides, Show echappes, turns from fourth, picque turns, consecutive releves, and jumps in your pointe shoes. Have a 1-2 minute worship solo demonstrating your ability to relay the beauty and truth of God our creator. 

Full center for men. Please include, all jumps and turns on both sides. Demonstrate partnering abilities. Have a 1-2 minute worship solo demonstrating your ability to relay the beauty and truth of God our creator. 

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To pay the Audition Class Fee via PayPal, click below:

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Application Submission:

Please send completed audition materials to both email addresses below.

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Email:  info@magnumopusballet.org and traineeprogram@magnumopusballet.org 

           

Please review the list of requirements before turning in your application to ensure you are submitting all of the required materials. 

 

You will be notified by email if additional audition steps are necessary. 

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