UPDATED: The Hungarian National Ballet is Looking for Female and Male Dancers
The Hungarian National Ballet, the 137-year-old official ballet company of the Hungarian State Opera, announces an audition upon invitation to be held on 30 January 2022 at the temporary venue of the company (due to the restoration of the Opera House).
For immediate openings as well as contracts starting 15 July 2022 (depending on the applicants’ work visa requirements).
Applications by classically trained, professional male and female ballet dancers are welcome. Outstanding technique and qualities are a must.
We offer:
• next season contracts until 14 July 2023 or 2024 depending on the starting date, for maximum one season (with a 3-month probation; yearly prolongation possibility; Hungarian immigration regulations apply)
• monthly wages in accordance with the achieved qualification level within the existing system
• a wide, world class, regularly growing repertoire
Please be informed that the realisation of the audition is subject to the Hungarian and international policies concerning the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the Hungarian State Opera’s own regulations.
With regard to possible changes, all participants will be notified about Hungary’s entry policy as well as any special conditions for the audition approximately a month in advance.
The audition will be organised in full compliance with the respective epidemiological regulations.
Requirements:
• applications by classically trained, professional male and female ballet dancers
• outstanding technique and qualities are a must
• as per the Government Decree No 599/2021 (28.X.), employment at the Hungarian State
Opera is contingent upon providing proof of being vaccinated against the SARS-CoV-2
coronavirus
Where: in Budapest, Hungary at HNB’s temporary rehearsal venue
When: 30 January 2022
How to apply:
Please send your application material as described below in one email to [email protected]
• Deadline for receipt of application materials: 16 January 2022
• Following evaluation, those invited will be notified via email
Application material:
• professional CV (date of birth, citizenship(s), e-mail address, mobile phone number, height in cm, weight in kg, education, competitions, awards, main roles, work experience etc.)
• 1 headshot (in a separate picture file please!)
• 2-3 dance photos in classical poses
• link of 1 recent video recording of classwork (no older than 6 months, ladies in pointe shoes)
• link of 1 recent video recording of a classical variation (no older than 6 months, ladies in pointe shoes) uploaded to the internet, without password protection
Please note: by submitting your application you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Hungarian State Opera’s data handling policy: https://bit.ly/36Tdwzd.
Incomplete materials will not be processed!
For more detailed information, please visit our website:
https://www.opera.hu/en/audition
Learn more about the opera at: https://www.opera.hu/