Now Hiring a Resident Male Ballet Dancer

Cinballera is now hiring a full-time male dancer for Season 4. As the Resident Danseur, this ballet dancer will have consistent employment in all of the company’s dance-related shows and employment on a weekly basis year-round.

If all the conditions are agreeable during preliminary discussions, there will be a trial pas de deux rehearsal for any interested dancer. If that goes well, the dancer will be in one trial show. At that point, if everyone is pleased with the arrangement, the dancer will be offered the contract as Resident Danseur.

Scroll down to see what we’re looking for and how to apply.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Applicant Qualifications

  • Emphasis on partnering, with training in classical pas de deux.

  • Strong classical ballet technique as both a solo dancer and a partner.

  • Dynamic acting skills, with non-ballet theatrical experience (like singing, playing a musical instrument, being in plays, or musical theater) an added plus.

  • Interest in multimedia projects, such as performing in unusual spaces and making classical music videos.

  • Willingness to perform non-singing (although possibly speaking) roles in operas.

  • Rehearsals would preferably be in San Diego County, but Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernadino County, and Los Angeles County are also possibilities for the weekly rehearsals.

  • Willingness to rehearse and perform in San Diego when necessary.

What We’re Offering

  • Consistent employment, with at least one 2-hour pas de deux session guaranteed per week, regardless of whether a show is in rehearsal.

  • One or more extra rehearsals during show productions, as needed.

  • The chance to build a consistent professional partnership with one of the company’s co-founders and resident choreographer.

  • Rehearsals planned with your other scheduling commitments taken into consideration, when possible.

  • A principal role in every Cinballera show which features dancing.

  • Competitive hourly pay for every rehearsal, every week, plus extra pay for performances.

  • Professional costumes provided and dance supplies (tights, shoes, etc.) when necessary.

  • Exclusivity not required, as long as priority is given to Cinballera projects.

  • A pleasant working environment, where creative input is encouraged and collaboration is welcome.

  • The opportunity to hone and highlight your unique talents and skills, even beyond dancing, whatever they may be.

  • Opportunities to perform in unique venues (museums, historic mansions, festivals) as well as traditional theaters.

  • Opportunities to originate roles in debuts of new neo-classical works.

Set Up Your Audition

Fill out the form below to indicate your interest in auditioning, and we’ll get back to you promptly to set up a time.

Thank you! We can’t wait to welcome you to Cinballera!