2026 Audition Registration is OPEN!

Each year Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre invites young dancers to audition for SunDance, our annual summer
intensive, and the upcoming Company season beginning in September. CCDT dancers come from a variety of training,
cultural, and economic backgrounds but all share a passion for the expressive power and range of modern and
contemporary dance choreography that is created by leading dance artists on them and for them. Dancers also work on composition and creation of their own work, one of which is showcased during the CCDT season.

Auditioning dancers will be considered for:
SunDance Summer Intensive July 6-24, 2026 (ages 8-19)*

CCDT Accelerated Training Program, 2026-2027 season (ages 10-14)**
CCDT Company & Apprenticeship, 2026-2027 season (ages 14-18)**

*Dancers ages 8-9 do not need to audition for SunDance, and may proceed to register for SunDance Program C.

**Participation in the SunDance Summer Intensive (July 6-24) is mandatory for dancers accepted to CCDT’s Company
and Training Programs.

2026 Audition Dates

Note: There are NO FEES associated with participating in the audition process.

If you are unable to attend auditions in-person on these dates, please consider submitting a video audition or contact Kathryn at schoolofccdt@ccdt.org to organize an in-person audition.

2026 Audition Registration Package

Ages 10-13 Sunday February 22nd 10:00am – 12:00pm

Ages 14-19 Sunday March 1st 10:00am - 1:30pm

CCDT Dancers receive world-class training, performance experience, and benefits such as:

$3500 scholarships in support of every graduating Company dancer's post-secondary education
Paid positions for Guest Artists (18-19 years) electing a CCDT post-secondary transition year
Paid performance weeks
Creation with internationally renowned artists
Artist Development tailored to meet the highest standards of post-secondary institutions. CCDT dancers have attended institutions such as Juilliard, SUNY Purchase, Codarts Rotterdam, London Contemporary, Toronto Metropolitan University, and have stepped directly into professional companies

Watch the videos below to learn more about the Company, and keep reading for detailed commitment and audition information.

Presented in association with the Royal Academy of Dance, SunDance is the only summer intensive in the world to combine RAD Ballet and Limón Modern.

With world-class instruction from leading dance artists from across the globe, this full-day, three week intensive provides young dancers ages 8-19 with the means to realize their artistic potential in a professional, interdisciplinary atmosphere.

Learn More

2026 Audition Registration

Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre: Where aspiring young artists come to perform

2026 AUDITIONS: Ages 10-19

Auditioning dancers will be considered for:

Full Company Membership with full training, rehearsal, and performance/touring responsibilities
Company Apprenticeship with full training and rehearsal responsibilities, and partial performance/touring responsibilities
the CDDT Accelerated Training Program
SunDance Summer Intensive, presented in association with the Royal Academy of Dance

ACCELERATED TRAINING PROGRAM | Ages 10-14

Pre-professional training and performance in ballet and modern dance for young aspiring artists. Learn More

Audition Date:

Sunday February 22nd 10:00am – 12:00pm

Read more about SunDance here.

PREREQUISITES - All Audition Candidates

Due to the intensive nature of these programs, audition applicants are expected to have previous training in ballet and/or modern dance techniques.

Ages 8-10: Minimum of 1 year of experience

Ages 11-13: Minimum of 2 years of experience

Ages 14-19: Minimum of 3 years of experience

Reg. Info

CCDT Promo Series

2026 VIDEO AUDITION REGISTRATION

Audition Forms

SunDance Summer Intensive July 6-24, 2026

ALL VIDEO AUDITION APPLICANTS:

Please download and read all documents below to begin your Registration process. The completed Registration Form, and completed video audition must be submitted to schoolofccdt@ccdt.org by the deadline.

Video Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026

We look forward to seeing you dance!

Please note all applicants wanting to audition for the Accelerated Training Program or CCDT Company MUST be seen live. Please email schoolofccdt@ccdt.org if you have any questions.

2026 Audition Registration

SUNDANCE PROGRAM INFORMATION

What To Expect: Video Audition Q&A

CALLBACKS

Candidates auditioning for the Company and Apprentice Programs may be asked to attend a callback. Dates and times of the callbacks are TBD, but will be within two weeks of the audition date.

Additonal Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Company & Apprenticeship with CCDT

Additional Information

Full Company membership brings many benefits, at no cost, including:

professionally produced performances each season
creation and rehearsal with internationally recognized choreographers
two weekly Company Modern/Contemporary technique classes with Company Directors and renowned guest teachers (supplementing weekly ballet and modern technique classes at the School of CCDT)
one weekly Company Conditioning Class for strength, flexibility, alignment, injury prevention, and mental health support
unmatched preparation for entry to performing arts programs, conservatories, and dance careers
paid performance weeks
a $3,500 scholarship in support of post-secondary education
invaluable networking connections with established international artists and making life-long friends

Company members commit to an 11-month season. In July, new and returning dancers attend CCDT's three-week international SunDance summer intensive* in preparation for the upcoming season. From September through June the dancers take 7-8 dance classes per week**, rehearse repertoire, create new works with commissioned choreographers (approx. 20-25 weekly hours in studio), and perform extensively in three annual productions. Company dancers are also expected to participate in fundraising initiatives throughout the year.

Auditioning dancers between the ages of 10 and 14 may be considered for the Accelerated Training Program.† This pre-professional program provides an opportunity for gifted young dancers to enhance their artistry with others who share their love for dance. Many CCDT dancers begin as ATP members, progressing through their training and artistic development to eventually join the Company as full members.

*SunDance Summer Intensive July 6-24 is mandatory for all Company dancers.

**While CCDT strives to offer as many free training opportunities as possible, our members' School of CCDT technique classes (excluding two weekly company classes and one weekly conditioning class) and SunDance registration are at the dancer's own expense. Exceptional dancers in need of financial assistance may be eligible for SCCDT scholarship.

†Skill level, ability, and experience are considered alongside age to determine program placement at the time of audition. Dancers ages under 14 who demonstrate advanced-level ability may be considered for Company Apprenticeship.

For more information and questions about our auditions please contact schoolofccdt@ccdt.org.

For detailed information about the SunDance summer dance intensive please visit theschoolofccdt.ca/sundance.

Photo by David Hou

Artistic Director | Deborah Lundmark

2026 Audition Registration is OPEN!

Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre: Where aspiring young artists come to perform

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CCDT In the Studio: Creation

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