Summer Intensive
2026 SESSIONS
Session A - Jun 22, 2026 to Jul 3, 2026
Session B - Jul 6, 2026 to Jul 25, 2026
Session D - Jun 22, 2026 to Aug 1, 2026
Session C - Jun 22, 2026 to Jul 25, 2026
PTP Experience - Jul 27, 2026 to Aug 1, 2026
Dancers unable to attend a full session may opt for flexible enrollment per week (subject to an out-of-session fee and out-of-session dancers are not eligible for Repertory Presentations).
Housing:
Cary Ballet Conservatory’s Summer Room and Board Program offers visiting dancers a welcoming, supportive home away from home during their training. Selected students stay in a comfortable nearby residence just a short walk from our studios, providing both convenience and independence.
Each residence is overseen by a dedicated Residence Manager, ensuring 24-hour care, supervision, and guidance for our summer students. This safe and nurturing environment allows dancers to focus fully on their training while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow artists.
Beyond the exceptional instruction at Cary Ballet Conservatory, what truly makes the Summer Intensive experience unforgettable are the friendships and connections formed—bringing together young dancers who share the same passion, dedication, and love for the art of dance.
Tuition:
Our tiered tuition and housing structure rewards early commitment—allowing you to save money by reserving your place early in the Summer Intensive. Rates are lowest for those who enroll in the January Tier, with prices increasing in the February, March, and Fixed Tiers.
We encourage all participants to take advantage of this early enrollment savings opportunity. The sooner you register and pay, the more you save—and the more time you have to spread out your payments.
Upon commitment, a Tuition and/or Housing Deposit will be drafted. After that, 50% of the remaining balance is due at the end of each month until April 30, with all tuition and housing fees due in full by May 1.
Auditions:
Summer Intensive acceptance is via audition only. Audition/Application fee is $70
Invitations will be processed beginning January 5.
Current CBC students do not need to audition and may fill out the CBC student application.
The current student application fee is $45
Audition Locations:
NORTH CAROLINA
January 11, 2026 - Cary
January 25, 2026 - Cary
February 8, 2026 - Winston-Salem
February 22, 2026 - Cary
March 22, 2026 - Cary
VIRGINIA
January 11, 2026 - Herndon
February 1, 2026 - Richmond
SOUTH CAROLINA
February 15, 2026 - Columbia
Video Auditions:
Headshot
Barre: plie; tendu; degage; rond de jambe; adagio; grande battement
Center: adagio; moving (waltz) pirouette; petite allegro; grande allegro
Ladies en pointe (if applicable): simple echappe combination; simple turning
Gentlemen: Tours en lair
Dancers may also apply with a video application. Audition videos must include the following:
The deadline for video applications is June 15.