Kansas City Ballet School Collegiate Prep Intensive
June 14-18, 2027
The Collegiate Prep Intensive is a program for serious dance students aged 16-22 with the aim of pursuing dance study in college and beyond to a professional career. Admittance is by audition only. Training will be with Kansas City Ballet School Artistic School Staff.
Information
Students have the option of living at the Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI). This housing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, as demand exceeds capacity.
Located in the heart of Kansas City, KCAI is an independent four-year college of fine arts and design founded in 1885. The beautiful campus is nestled in a historic neighborhood surrounded by two of the best art museums in the country, the Nelson-Atkins Museum and the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
Kansas City Ballet’s Collegiate Prep Intensive Audition Tour begins in January, visiting various locations across the country, ending in late February. Video auditions are also accepted for those unable to attend onsite.
Auditions are required to ensure proper placement and a tailored training experience. Register for an in-person audition or submit a recorded video.
Collegiate Prep Intensive Sample Schedule
| 9:00-10:30 am | Ballet Technique |
|---|---|
| 10:45-11:45 am | Pointe/Variations |
| 11:45-12:30 pm | Lunch |
| 12:30-1:45 pm | Repertory |
| 2:00-3:15 pm | Jazz/Modern |
| 3:30-4:45 pm | Contemporary |
| 4:45-5:00 pm | Cool Down and Wrap Up |
Costs
| Non-refundable Registration Fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| 1 week Collegiate Prep Tuition | $650 |
| 1 week Collegiate Prep Housing Package (Maker Track or Mover Track) | $800 |
Non-refundable registration fee is due in order to hold a spot in the Collegiate Prep Intensive. The balance of fees is due by May 17, 2027.
Important Dates
| Monday, November 30, 2026 | Registration for auditions open |
|---|---|
| Sunday, January 10, 2027 | Audition fair at KCBS |
| Sunday, February 14, 2027 | NSIA audition at KCBS |
| Friday, February 26, 2027 | Video audition deadline |
| Monday, March 22, 2027 | Registration deadline and registration fee due |
| Monday, May 17, 2027 | Balance of fees due |
| Sunday, June 13, 2027 | Collegiate Prep Dorm Move in |
| Monday, June 14, 2027 | Collegiate Prep Intensive Begins |
| Friday, June 18, 2027 | Last Day Collegiate Prep and studio demonstration |
| Saturday, June 19, 2027 | Collegiate Prep Dorm Move out |
*More detailed information will be provided to students once their registration is complete.
Get Moving
Pre-Register for the 2027 Audition Tour online to secure your spot!
For more information about Kansas City Ballet’s Collegiate Prep Intensive, contact Kansas City Ballet School at 816.931.2299 or summerintensive@kcballet.org