The Nutcracker Registration Step 1 of 4 25% InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.We look forward to seeing you at auditions! Before registering, be sure to carefully read the "check boxes" below. Thank you!* We (dancer and parent) are aware of, have read, and fully understand all Nutcracker information on GCB's website, including all RULES AND POLICIES. NEW 2026: Dancers and families must complete the season "IN GOOD STANDING" to be eligible for a 2027 GCB scholarship. Dancer's Name* First Last Preferred Pronouns (optional)Address* Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Dancer's Phone*Dancer's Email* Enter Email Confirm Email Garden City Ballet e-newsletter: Yes, Sign the above email up for the e-newsletter! Note: if you've unsubscribed from our e-newsletter before, then you must rejoin through this link: http://eepurl.com/g9iOvj. Age*Please enter age as of TODAY'S date (do not calculate dancer's age on day of audition). Date of Birth (and, please be sure year does not autofill with current year)*Must be 7 years old by MCPS kindergarten age cut-off date. Double check the year (so it does not autofill with current year). Height*This is very important for the casting committee. Please do not leave this field blank or guess. Measure your dancer in feet and inches, for example: 5' 6"Clothing Size* 6-8 child 8-10 child 10-12 child 12-14 teen Adult Sizes Parent Contact InformationParent Name* First Last Phone*Email* Enter Email Confirm Email Garden City Ballet e-newsletter: Yes, Sign the above email up for the e-newsletter! Address Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Add a second parent contact? Yes Parent Name (2nd) First Last Phone (2nd)Email (2nd) Enter Email Confirm Email Garden City Ballet e-newsletter: Yes, Sign the above email up for the e-newsletter! Address (2nd) Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Dance InformationCheck all that apply for BALLET classes only.**Current enrollment in ballet is required for participation in Nutcracker. Combination classes with jazz, tap, modern, hip hop, or gymnastics do not fulfill the ballet requirement. GCB will verify studio enrollment. This requirement does not apply to Party Scene adult performers. Ballet Arts Academy On Center Performing Arts Roots Dance Studio Show Tyme Academy Studio M University of Montana Other Exempt from requirement Please enter studio for "other"*How many times have you performed in GCB's production of The Nutcracker?* 0 1-3 4-6 7-10 More than 10 What roles have you danced? Please enter a number to indicate how many times you have danced a role. Leave field BLANK if you have NOT danced the role.Delivery Boy:Carolers:Ice Skaters:Mistletoe Vendors:Clara:Fritz:Drosselmeyer:Drosselmeyer’s Assistant / Nutcracker Prince:Party Guest (adults, including Grandmother and Governess):Party Scene Girl / Friend / Cousin:Party Scene Boy:Butler:Maid:Soloist - Ballerina Doll:Soloist - Toy Soldier Doll:Soloist - Harlequin Doll:Ornament:Rat King:Hench Mice:Lead Mice:Little Mice:Soloist - Soldier General:Soldier Captain:Soldier Corps:Soloist - Snow Queen (or Princess):Snow King:Snow Demi-Soloist:Snowflake (Corps):Soloist - Moonflower Fairy:Angel:Butterfly Demi-soloist:Welcome Garden - Soloist or Demi-Soloist:Welcome Garden - Corps (Bluebells and Violets, holding flower arches):Soloist - Chocolate (Spanish):Chocolate (Spanish) Corps:Soloist - Nightingale:Soloist - Coffee (Arabian Princess / Prince):Nightingale/Arabian Corps:Shepherdess:Sheep:Soloist - Tea (Chinese):Tea (Chinese) Corps:Lion Dancer:Mother Ginger:Gingersnap:Russian Trepak:Soloist - Rose Queen:Waltz of the Flowers - Demi-Soloist:Waltz of the Flowers - Corps:Waltz of the Flowers - Rose Bud:Other Role? Yes, other role. Other Role:Understudy (and # times per role)Would you/your dancer prefer to be cast in only ONE role?Leave blank if no. Yes, would prefer to be cast in only ONE role. The role of Clara has higher demands on the dancer and family. It also requires an extra $35-45 fee for a customized hairpiece. Would you/your family like to OPT-OUT of consideration for this role?Leave blank if no. Yes, would like to OPT-OUT of Clara role. If cast as a Party Girl or Clara's Friend, there is an extra $35-45 fee for a customized hairpiece. Would you like to OPT-OUT of consideration for this role?Leave blank if no. Yes, would like to OPT-OUT of Party Girl role. Would you be willing and eager to play the role of a Party Boy, including Fritz?Leave blank if no. Yes, I would enjoy being cast as a Party Boy. Will you be a graduating senior from high school this academic year? (We ask because GCB has a tradition of senior gifts — we do not ask for casting purposes.)Leave blank if no. Yes, I plan to graduate from high school at the end of this academic year. After each show ends, during bows, two dancers are chosen to present flowers to Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy. Has your dancer been chosen before? Please ask your dancer if you are not sure. Our goal is to give every dancer this opportunity one time.Leave blank if no. Yes, I have / my dancer has already presented a flower bouquet on stage. By registering to audition for The Nutcracker, GCB assumes that you have read, understand, and agree to all terms and conditions below. Terms and Conditions I have thoroughly read all Audition information online and understand all of the stated policies, fees, and requirements of participation. I read and understand all "check box" items at the top of this audition form. I will clear all school, family, and work conflicts during Tech Week and performance weekend. I (parent or guardian) will meet all volunteer requirements (or discuss other arrangements). I understand and agree that rehearsing for and dancing in The Nutcracker is at my own risk, or at my child's / children's own risk, and that Garden City Ballet, its Board of Directors, Artistic Team and staff, and volunteers are not responsible for any injury that might occur. I give permission for the minor named on this form (if under the age of 18) to audition for, attend rehearsals, and perform in The Nutcracker. I understand and agree to ALL terms and conditions above (check YES below).*This field is required to submit the audition form. YES, I understand and agree to ALL terms and conditions. After submitting the registration form online, a confirmation will be emailed to the registrant and parent contact (1) email address. If you do not receive a confirmation, please check your spam/junk folder (or Promotions folder if using Gmail) or email caroline@gardencityballet.org to confirm status. Your email will be added to our e-newsletter (Mail Chimp) and you should start receiving weekly (if not more frequent) communication from GCB. If you do not get an email by audition weekend, contact caroline@gardencityballet.org. Thank you!