TRAINEE PROGRAM

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, second year trainee

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.

Audition Information for the 2024-2025 season.

In-Person Audition (Everyone must be pre-registered by February 28th.)

Saturday, March 9th 1:00pm-4:00pm, 4226 Argosy Court Madison, WI

Check-in starts at 12:30pm

1:00-2:30 Ballet Technique

2:30-3:00 Pointe

3:00-3:30 Repertoire

3:30-4:00 Interviews

In-Person Application Requirements:

Dance Photo - First arabesque
Audition Class fee $5 (Via PayPal or Check, payable to "Magnum Opus")
Completed Application Form
1 Spiritual and 1 Dance Letter of Reference

Please send completed in-person requirements to both email addresses below with the subject line "registration for in-person audition."

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

We strongly encourage dancers to make every effort to audition in-person. By auditioning in person you get to know our staff, dance in our facility, and dance our repertoire.

Accepting video submissions, only if is not possible to audition in-person.

(Due to by March 20th)

Video Application Requirements:

Dance Photos - First arabesque and one additional classical pose
Head-shot
Submission and review fee: $5 (Via PayPal or Check, payable to "Magnum Opus")
Completed Application Form
1 Spiritual and 1 Dance Letter of Reference

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.

Audition Fee:

There is a $5 submission and review fee.

Click below to download the Audition Application Form:

Audition Application

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

Video Application Submission:

Please send completed audition materials to both email addresses below.

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.