Seeking Professional Dancers and Trainees
Carole Alexis Dance Theatre — Ballet des Amériques is seeking technically proficient, classically trained dancers with versatility, musicality, strong stage presence, and the ability to learn repertoire quickly.
We seek mature, committed dance artists who aspire to grow artistically, contribute meaningfully to a professional company, and work collaboratively with fellow dancers, the Artistic Director, and the organization as a whole.
Our working environment calls for individuals who are intellectually curious, detail-oriented, open-minded, disciplined, and motivated. Ethical awareness, mutual respect, personal responsibility, and a genuine commitment to the collective advancement of the company are essential.
The repertoire is musically and technically challenging. Dancers should be prepared for in-depth artistic work, a high level of detail, and an ongoing process of development and refinement.
ARTISTIC IDENTITY
Carole Alexis Dance Theatre — Ballet des Amériques is not a repertory company or a union company. The professional company presents and disseminates the original choreographic work of Carole Alexis.
Rooted in the African Diaspora and shaped by a multicultural artistic perspective, Carole Alexis's choreographic language draws upon a rich range of cultural, musical, and movement influences. The repertoire demands both technical precision and interpretive depth, inviting dancers to engage fully with the artistic vision and contribute to the life of the work.
We are looking for artists who value not only their individual development but also the continuity, growth, and artistic advancement of the company.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit the following materials to the Administration Department:
Cover letter
Résumé
Dance photographs
Video material
Email: carolealexisballettheatre@gmail.com
Your video submission serves as a pre-registration and initial evaluation. Please ensure that the original musical soundtrack is included.
Audition procedure:
Submitted video materials are reviewed by the Artistic Direction.
Selected applicants are contacted and scheduled for an in-person audition.
Please use the subject line: Carole Alexis Ballet Theatre — Audition.
Eligibility: All applicants must possess valid documentation authorizing employment in the United States (U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or appropriate work authorization), as well as a valid passport.
POSITION DETAILS
Available Positions: Three men and two women.
Engagement Period: September 2026 through June 2027, with the possibility of renewal for the 2027–2028 season. Renewal decisions will be made in June 2027.
Company Dancers and Trainees rehearse approximately 9–15 hours per week, generally from September through June. The company performs regularly throughout the season.
COMPENSATION
Company Dancers
Rehearsals: $17.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience and seniority.
Performance days: $150–$200, depending on level, seniority, responsibilities, and the scale and budget of the engagement.
Trainees
Partial or full scholarships, depending on individual circumstances.
Performance compensation: $50–$80 per performance day.
Tours and Theatre Engagements
Fees for touring and theatre engagements vary according to the nature and duration of the engagement. Weekly touring fees may range from $550 to $1,200, depending on the engagement and the dancer's experience.
During company tours, Company Dancers and Trainees also receive an additional per diem.
REHEARSAL LOCATIONS AND TRANSPORTATION
Most rehearsals take place in New York City. When occasional rehearsals are scheduled in White Plains, Metro-North transportation costs are covered by the company.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Carole Alexis Dance Theatre — Ballet des Amériques is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2011. Based in Westchester County, New York, and active in New York City and beyond, the organization brings together a professional dance company, a pre-professional conservatory, and educational and community initiatives.
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