CREATIVE ARTS REPERTOIRE ENSEMBLE
For over 30 years, CARE has enchanted audiences of all ages with family-friendly ballets, skillfully blending classical performances and beloved children's stories through dance. We offer dancers the opportunity to learn all aspects of a performance through participation in three unique ballet productions each year.
2026 - 2027
SEASON
Hansel & Gretel
and an excerpt from Don Quixote
October 3-4, 2026
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Thanksgiving Weekend 2026
Sleeping Beauty
February 6-7, 2027
CARE Ballet presents three annual ballet productions, open to auditions from students across studios and encompassing all school-age groups. Throughout the audition process, CARE's instructors carefully evaluate each dancer, ensuring a thorough assessment to match them with a suitable role in the production.
WHEN ARE AUDITIONS?
Audition occur in April/May of every year. 2025 auditions are complete for this upcoming season.
WHAT IS THE COST?
There is a $25.00 registration fee for
all dancers who audition.
WHERE ARE AUDITIONS?
CARE Ballet Studio (Upstairs Studio)
2661 29th St. SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49512
CAN I AUDITION FOR ALL 3 SHOWS?
WHO CAN AUDITION?
Yes, we welcome you to audition for all three shows. However, it is not required. The choice is up to you!
CARE Ballet welcomes dancers from all studios to audition for our performances.
All dancers must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025, to participate in auditions
2024 -2025 Season
That's a Wrap!
Coppélia
In this charming ballet, Dr. Coppelius unveils his amazingly life-like creation, Coppélia. Left to dry on a balcony, a young villager named Franz falls in love at first sight, leading to the unexpected breaking of his engagement to Swanhilda—a tale of youthful love and discovery beautifully played out through dance.
Saturday, October 5 at 11:00AM & 3:00PM
Sunday, October 6 at 2:00PM
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
This original ballet, a Thanksgiving Weekend tradition in Grand Rapids, brings to life Clement C. Moore's poem with dancing stockings, mischievous mice, and Santa with his reindeer. Enjoy an hour of family entertainment, and after the show, capture memories with Santa on stage. Suitable for all ages.
Friday, November 29 at 7:00PM
Saturday, November 30 at 11:00AM & 3:00PM
Sunday, December 1 at 2:00PM
A Midsummer Night's Dream
This ballet, inspired by Shakespeare's play, features graceful choreography set to Felix Mendelssohn's music, offering a one-hour introduction for young audiences to both Shakespeare's love story and classical ballet, with a clear portrayal of characters, conflicts, and humor in an accessible and entertaining format.
Saturday, February 8 at 11:00AM & 3:00PM
Sunday, February 9 at 2:00PM
CARE Ballet performances are held at the East Grand Rapids Performing Arts Center located at
2211 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506.