When and how often do you have auditions?
Once a year—most likely on the first or second Sunday of January.
The older class of boys (Group B: 14-18 years old) will start first.
The younger class (Group A: 8-13 years old) will audition second.
The exact date, time, and location of the next audition will be on our website shortly after October 15 of the previous year.
What is the selection criteria?
Applicants who show realistic potential to be professional dancers. Prior experience in the discipline of ballet is desired. Physical attributes, motivation, intelligence, musicality, personality, improvisation, and progress shown compared with previous years.
How will I know if you received my application?
For applications received by September 15, we will notify you by e-mail that we have received it. If you fail to receive our notice or if you plan to send your application on or after September 15, please send it by UPS, Fed-Ex, certified mail, or something you can track on your own. Be sure to select "No Signature Required." Please DO NOT inquire as to whether or not your application has been received. The deadline for applications to be received is October 15th every year. We will not accept any applications after the deadline.
Where can I find the application?
How To Complete Your Application Package:
Download and fill out the application form completely and accurately. Send the following paperwork and a photo to us in this precise order:
1. Your 4"X6" recent photo on top. THE HEIGHT OF THE PHOTO IS 4" AND THE WIDTH IS 6" (HORIZONTAL FORMAT). Send ONE PHOTO only of the full body posing in arabesque without using the barre.
2. Your completed application form.
3. One of the following: a copy of your ID showing your birthdate including the year of your birth, a copy of your birth certificate, a copy of your driver license, or a copy of your passport.
4. For First Time Applicants, attach a recommendation letter from your school.
5. Put all of the documents above in the order listed above and staple them together in the UPPER LEFT CORNER.
6. We will discard incomplete and/or illegible applications without notice.
Applications should be sent to the following address:
Petit Oasis Foundation
3601 Shoreheights Drive
Malibu, CA 90265
I sent an application. How come I did not receive a notice?
You will find your answer by reading the application form and/or the "How To Complete Your Application Package" section.
Who is the ballet instructor at the audition?
Every year we invite a different professional male ballet instructor.
Can I apply after the deadline has passed?
No, the deadline is October 15.
Can I apply for a scholarship if I live outside of the United States?
Not at this time. The fund is very limited.
Can I apply for a scholarship if I live outside of Los Angeles?
You may apply if you live within 150 miles of Los Angeles.
Can I send you my audition on a DVD?
No, you must audition in person on audition day.
Can I audition on an alternative day if I am sick on audition day?
No, you must wait until next year's audition.
Will I receive the scholarship money on the day of the audition?
No, you will receive notification within one month. At that time, if you are awarded a scholarship, you will receive a check payable to your school, credited toward your tuition.
When will I receive the award money?
Award checks will be sent within one month after the audition date.
Can I apply for a scholarship if I am out of the age range (8-18 years old) that you require?
No, at this time we are only considering the age range of 8-18 (on the date of the deadline, October 15.)
Why was I not awarded a scholarship?
Many boys were invited to the audition. If you did not receive an award, it is because we feel there is room for improvement in your dancing. It is our wish that our applicants will be inspired by the experience of participating in the boys-only ballet class. It is a unique opportunity to take a ballet class among only boys and we hope you feel the benefit and are encouraged to continue to improve so that you will receive an award next year.