Apprentice Program


2026-2027
Apprentice Program
Now Accepting Video Submissions for our 2026/2027 Apprentice Company! See below for more information!
Collide Theatrical’s Apprentice Program is an audition-based professional training program designed to provide the skills needed to pursue formal positions within the Collide Company and in the world of theater dance. This is an excellent post-graduate transitionary program for recent college graduates looking at venturing into a full-time performing career.
This is a tuition based training program that culminates with a final cabaret performance. Participation is by audition-only.

Education & Performance Experience
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Apprentices take class and rehearse alongside the 1st and 2nd Company Mon/Wed and Fridays from September 2026-April 2027.
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All Apprentices perform in The Holiday Spectacular and Apprentice showcase, boosting their resumes and dance reels.
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They are invited to attend quarterly Master Classes with visiting Broadway Tour dance captains and local industry professionals.
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All apprentices receive periodic meetings with Collide Staff to individualize career goals and assist with growth and development from all angles.
AUDITIONS
WHEN: Thursday, May 21, 2026
TIME: 9:30am
WHERE: Collide Studios. -755 Prior Ave N Ste 235H St Paul, MN 55104
Please come prepared to dance with a resume and headshot.
Sign up for an audition HERE.
Virtual Auditions may send a 5 minute dance reel featuring ballet adagio and jazz technique to Auditions@collidetheatrical.org.
Please include a cover letter with resume and headshot.
Questions? Email Auditions@collidetheatrical.org.


Schedule & Tuition
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Mondays /Wednesday/Friday 9:30-11:00am. Classes in Ballet, Jazz, Specialty Class and more.
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Sundays 1:00-3:00pm- Holiday Spectacular Rehearsal in Sept- December.
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Casting in Main Stage shows, and Educational Tours is subject to Director approval. Casting is continuous all season.
If selected to perform in a Collide Main Stage production, apprentices may have additional rehearsals Mon-Fri during the hours of 9:30-3:30pm and evening technical rehearsals prior to opening.
Tuition is $250/month paid for by the 1st of each month.
