Calling all passionate ballet dancers! For its 2026/27 Season Hong Kong Ballet is seeking exquisite experienced classical dancers at the corps, soloist and principal levels to perform in one of the world’s most vibrant and exciting cities. Ideal candidates will demonstrate superior technical precision, emotional expressiveness and the ability to excel in challenging choreographic works in a rigorous, world-class ballet environment. Hong Kong Ballet’s diverse repertoire includes breathtaking classical works, as well as contemporary works by Wayne McGregor, Alexei Ratmansky, Christopher Wheeldon, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, William Forsythe, Andonis Foniadakis and more.
Height requirements:
-Female dancers (Height 164-175cm)
-Male dancers (Minimum height 178cm)
Hong Kong Ballet highly values diversity and seeks dancers of all nationalities and ethnicities. Our dynamic company offers competitive salaries, a 12-month renewable contract commencing in July 2026, comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for international touring.
AUDITION FOR SHORT-TERM CONTRACT: SPRING 2026
Hong Kong Ballet is recruiting dancers for a special project choreographed by Artistic Director Septime Webre. The 2.5-3 months short-term contract runs from mid-March to mid-June 2026, with round-trip travel, housing, and competitive international salaries provided. Selected artists may be offered full-season contracts for the 2026–27 Season beginning July 2026. Applicants may audition for the full-season contract, the short-term project, or both at all public auditions.
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(for Audition in Tokyo)
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(for Auditions in Seoul/ HK/ London/ NYC)
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(Applicants from Mainland China)
Locations
Seoul
Date: 28 September 2025 (Sunday)
Venue: Korea National University of Arts (Daehak-ro Campus)
Address: 215 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul, 03072, Republic of Korea
Registration: 9:30-10:30AM
Audition: 10:30AM-1:00PM
London
Date: 18 January 2026 (Sunday)
Venue: Sadler's Wells EAST
Address: 101 Carpenters Rd, London, E20 2AR, UK
Registration: 09:30AM
Audition: 10:30AM-1:30PM
(Online registration required in order to enter the building)
Tokyo
Date: 25 January 2026 (Sunday)
Venue: studio ARCHITANZ
Address: Toun-bldg. 4F, 1-13-10 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0023
Registration: 4:15-4:45PM
Audition: 5:00-8:30PM
Hong Kong
Date: 31 January 2026 (Saturday)
Venue: GR2, 8/F, Grand Theatre Backstage, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Address: 10 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Registration: 9:00AM
Audition: 10:00AM-1:00PM
New York
Date: 22 February 2026 (Sunday)
Venue: Ballet Hispánico
Address: 167 West 89th Street, New York, NY 10024
Registration: 9:30AM
Audition: 10:30AM-4:30PM (Will be divided into groups)
Online
While auditioning in person at one of our public auditions is preferred in every instance, we understand that the dates and locations of our auditions may not work for everybody who may be eligible for membership in Hong Kong Ballet. If you are interested to audition for Hong Kong Ballet, kindly fill out an application and tick the box indicating you are interested in auditioning but cannot attend a public audition. Please note that priority for consideration will be given to dancers attending our public auditions. However, should there be unexpected openings in our company following the audition season, and we feel you may be considered for either a short-term or full-time contract, we will be in touch with you to make special arrangements.
In addition to exquisite dancers for the 2026/27 season, Hong Kong Ballet (HKB) is recruiting exceptional male and female dancers for an exciting short-term contract for March-June 2026”. You may apply for either a full-year contract, a short term contract, or both at all of our public auditions.
If you would like to attend an audition, please complete the form below and submit your materials. For inquiries about available soloist or principal positions, please email us directly at [email protected] after submitting your materials online.
APPLY NOW!
(for Audition in Tokyo)
APPLY NOW!
(for Auditions in Seoul/ HK/ London/ NYC)
APPLY NOW!
(Applicants from Mainland China)
For enquiries please contact [email protected]
