Nutcracker Auditions and Nutcracker Camp Schedules

phyllismpapa • July 23, 2026

Atlantic City Ballet Children's Nutcracker Auditions & Camp Schedule


Exciting news for young dancers! The Atlantic City Ballet is holding auditions for the Children's Nutcracker. Join us at the Atlantic City Ballet Studio in Boardwalk Hall, located at 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, New Jersey, on August 8, 2026.


Audition Schedule:

  • Parent's Meeting: 10:00 am
  • Children ages 5 to 7: 10:30 am
  • Ages 8 and up (not en-pointe): 11:00 am
  • Ages 10 and up (en-pointe): 12:00 pm


Sign up now to participate in the Atlantic City Ballet's Nutcracker auditions: Nutcracker Audition Fee


Packets containing details about the Nutcracker Camp, sponsorship forms, and additional information will be provided.


Mandatory Nutcracker Rehearsals (See Calendar for details):

11 am to 3 pm August 29, 2026 to Augusts 31, 2026


Nutcracker Production Fee is due in two increments for those who were selected. The first increment of $200 is due at the First Rehearsal. And the second increment is due on 10/25/26 along with the Sponsorship form. 


Drosselmeyer is holding the Nutcracker next to children in the Nutcracker Ballet by ACBallet.

2024 Nutcracker Auditions

By Atlantic City Ballet Theatre • July 24, 2024
Atlantic City Ballet Children's Nutcracker Auditions Exciting news for young dancers! The Atlantic City Ballet is holding auditions for the Children's Nutcracker. Join us at the Atlantic City Ballet Studio in Boardwalk Hall, located at 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, New Jersey, on August 10, 2024. Audition Schedule: Parent's Meeting: 10:00 am Children ages 5 to 7: 10:30 am Ages 8 and up (not en-pointe): 11:00 am Ages 10 and up (en-pointe): 12:00 pm Don't miss this chance for your child to be part of a magical holiday tradition! Sign up now to participate in the Atlantic City Ballet's Nutcracker auditions: Nutcracker Audition Fee Packets containing details about the Nutcracker Camp, sponsorship forms, and additional information will be provided.
Phyllis Papa of ACBT with Dancer

ACBT Summer Camps

By ACBT • March 3, 2024
It’s never too early to start thinking about Summer and I am excited to announce the Summer programs. Whether it’s getting ready for Nutcracker auditions, getting in shape for college dance programs, or personal growth in technique and flexibility, we have something for everyone. If you are unsure which age/level group your child is assigned contact me for evaluation. We offer whole week programs and drop-in daily rates to meet the scheduling needs of all our students. International Camp Senior Division: Advanced ballet for ages 14 and up- Scheduled July 1, 2, 3rd and 6th. From 11 am to 3 pm and Aug 19 thru 22 from 11 am to 3 pm Youth Camp: For students not yet on pointe - will run for 4 weeks- Schedule July 8th thru August 1st Mon-Thur from 9:00 am to 11 am International Camp will run for 4 weeks- July 8th thru August 1st Mon-Thur from 11 am to 3 pm (Girls must be on pointe) Nutcracker Auditions will be Saturday August 10th time TBA. Nutcracker Camp will run Monday Aug 26th- Thursday August 29th from approximately 11 am to 3 pm depending on parts cast In July: Pre-Ballet: Classes Tuesdays 3 to 3:45 Ballet I Classes: Thursdays 3 to 4 pm (The first week of July the Ballet 1 class will be on Wed due to the 4th of July Holiday) The entire month of July. I will again be offering 1 hour privates on Fridays . Contact me for information and availability. Looking forward to a great summer!
Ballerina's dancing in Midsummer Night's Dream

Midsummer's Night Dream Saturday Rehearsal

By Phyllis Papa • February 5, 2023
Click the photo for the Schedule
A Midsummer's Night Dream Ballet by Atlantic City Ballet Company

A Midsummer's Night's Dream Auditions

By Phyllis Papa • January 4, 2023
Auditions for Midsummer Nights Dream

Summer Intensive and Classes moved to Boardwalk Hall due to air . Contact Phyllis if you have questions

By • July 20, 2022
To All students
Young ballet dancer at store purchasing her first pair of ballet shoes.

Use our Store to Pay for Fall Classes Now

By Phyllis Papa • July 17, 2022
You can use our store to purchase fall classes to paying in full using a credit card or pay in installments using Klarna. The options are available at checkout. Make sure you sign up for the all of the classes allowed in the unlimited subscription. That includes 4 techniques and 4 pointe classes per week. And, the ability to join the competitive team. Registration fee is waived.