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Elementary School Admissions

Most students who enroll in The NYC Public School for Dance first participate in Ballet Tech Across New York (BTANY) and the Introduction to Ballet Program. However, students may also audition directly for the school by signing up for one of our “open auditions.” All applicants must be residents of New York City.

Open Auditions

Ballet Tech holds open auditions for incoming 4th graders (i.e. students currently enrolled in the 3rd grade.) The audition consists of a 45-minute ballet class, and no prior experience is required to register. Click “Learn More” below to register.

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Ballet Tech Across New York (BTANY)

Teaching artists from Ballet Tech travel to public elementary schools across NYC to introduce 2nd and 3rd graders to the basic tenets of ballet. Students who demonstrate a strong aptitude and enthusiasm for dance in these classes are invited to participate in the Introduction to Ballet Program.

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Introduction To Ballet Program

Students who excel in the BTANY classes are invited to attend a 6-week ongoing field trip to Ballet Tech for introductory ballet classes. Students who continue to demonstrate a strong aptitude and enthusiasm for dance throughout this program have an opportunity to audition for Ballet Tech’s full-time school.

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Middle School Admissions

Middle School (6th Grade Auditions)

All NYC 5th graders are eligible to audition for Ballet Tech’s Middle School via the NYC Department of Education’s Middle School Process. Please note: enrollment priority is given to continuing Ballet Tech Students.
NOTE: the middle school application process for the 2025-26 school year is now CLOSED.
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