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

Apprentices take class and rehearse alongside the 1st and 2nd Company Mon/Wed and Fridays from September 2026-April 2027.
All Apprentices perform in The Holiday Spectacular and Apprentice showcase, boosting their resumes and dance reels.
They are invited to attend quarterly Master Classes with visiting Broadway Tour dance captains and local industry professionals.
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.

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

Mondays /Wednesday/Friday 9:30-11:00am. Classes in Ballet, Jazz, Specialty Class and more.
Sundays 1:00-3:00pm- Holiday Spectacular Rehearsal in Sept- December.
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 $350/month paid for by the 1st of each month.