Question 1

How do I pre-register for auditions?

Accepted Answer

Registration opens August 1st.To pre-register for auditions, visit our Nutcracker Audition Registration page (https://www.redchairproductions.org/audition-registration) and follow the directions.  To be eligible for the discounted pre-registration audition fee of $35, dancers must be registered by: Pointe Work and Boys - Thursday, August 27 at 11:59 p.m.Open Dance Auditions - Friday, August 28 at 11:59 p.m. Audition fees will increase to $45 after this point and be considered on an as-available basis. Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions!

Question 2

What are the fees associated with participating in the Nutcracker?

Accepted Answer

Audition Fee - $35 (early)/$45Participation Fee (includes costume rental(s), 2 pairs of tights for the performance and 1 commemorative TShirt) - $395Full and partial scholarships are available!We are a volunteer-based organization and require each family to volunteer 10 hours per dancer or pay a $170 opt out fee.

Question 3

What are the volunteer requirements?

Accepted Answer

As our show is run by volunteers, your help is essential to your child's success!
 
All participating families must sign up for at least one position (a minimum of 10 hrs. of volunteer time per performer) for which they feel most comfortable or pay a volunteer opt out fee.

Question 4

When is the mandatory parent meeting?

Accepted Answer

The mandatory parent meeting will be on Tuesday, September 1st at 7:00 p.m. for New Families and 8:00 p.m. for Returning Families.

Question 5

Where are rehearsals?

Accepted Answer

Regular rehearsals (as well as auditions) will be held at Burbank Dance Academy, the host school for our 2026 Nutcracker. Burbank Dance Academy2518 W. Burbank BlvdBurbank, CA 91505

Question 6

How do I get answers to my questions?

Accepted Answer

You can contact The Red Chair Productions by phone at (747) 305-8365 or by email at info@redchairproductions.org. Make sure to follow us on Instagram too!Throughout rehearsals and performances, we send weekly email notifications by email so make sure that all of our families are kept up-to-date on relevant information!

Question 7

When are rehearsals?

Accepted Answer

All rehearsals will be held on Saturdays and Sundays (two advanced soloist dances will rehearse during the week). Each dance will rehearse once weekly. Rehearsals will begin the weekend of September 12th and continue through December 6th, with a full studio dress rehearsal on December 6th. There will be no rehearsal the weekend FOLLOWING Thanksgiving.  Rehearsal schedules will be distributed following casting.

Question 8

How do we rent our costume?

Accepted Answer

We will provide a rental costume for your child. The costume fees are included in your participation fees and are non-refundable.

Question 9

What other costume items am I responsible for?

Accepted Answer

You are responsible to provide the appropriate dance shoes and undergarments for your child's role, as well as the proper make-up. All information will be given to parents at the Parent Meeting.

Question 10

Can I help with fundraising?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are an all-volunteer staff and need donations to have a successful program. We run various fundraisers throughout the production and year, as well as have an option for corporate sponsors, and direct donations which are tax-deductible. Please call (747) 305-8365 or visit our fundraising page on our website for more information.

Question 11

How will I find out about my child's part?

Accepted Answer

All parts will be posted by audition number online following auditions.An email will be sent out when casting has been posted.

Question 12

When & where are the shows?

Accepted Answer

All performances are the Alex Theatre in Glendale.

There will be a school community performance on Thursday, December 10th. This will require performers to miss school on this day. There will be public performances on Saturday, December 12th and Sunday, December 13th.

Question 13

How do I get tickets?

Accepted Answer

Tickets will be available through the Alex Theatre Box Office. There will be a special promotional code available to all cast members for a limited time.

Question 14

How do I get updates and information?

Accepted Answer

All information updates will be emailed to you through our newsletter which is updated weekly and will be posted on our website. If you have any questions at any point in time, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!

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