Audition Masterclass
Are you ready for a career in circus?
Studying at the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) is your ticket to a professional career in circus - touring the world and inspiring others.
NICA’s Audition Masterclass offers a full day of skills and specialty workshops designed to help you prepare for NICA’s audition process. Led by our world-class trainers in NICA’s state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll refine your technique and gain valuable insights into the audition process.
Who is it for?
Prospective students aged 15+ with relevant prior training who are seeking additional guidance and support when preparing to audition for NICA.
When is it?
In 2025, NICA will host three Audition Masterclasses:
April 11: Get a head-start in your Audition preparation!
June 27: Run through the skills required for your audition and receive constructive feedback on your progress and areas to improve
June 28: Performance-focused workshops with guidance on how to create your act—includes two tickets to the third-year show
Enrolment into the June Audition Masterclasses now open.
Details
27 June 2025
28 June 2025
10:00AM – 4:00PM (includes one hour lunch break)
Registration open from 9:30 AM
LOCATION:
National Institute of Circus Arts
39-59 Green St. Prahran, Victoria
FEE:
Two-Day Bundle Pack
$190 (includes entrance to June 27 + June 28 Masterclasses)
One-day Masterclass pass
$150 ($110 early-bird price until 23 June)
ENROLMENT INCLUDES:
• Audition Masterclass Workshops
• 1 x NICA merch pack
NOTE:
While participation in the Audition Masterclass is not mandatory to audition, past applicants indicate an improved chance of acceptance into your preferred program.
Agenda
Audition Skills Masterclass | 27 June 2025
• Run through the skills required for your audition and how to present them correctly
• Refine your technique in the five skill categories of the Audition: Handstands, Tumbling, Strength, Flexibility, Coordination
• Receive feedback on your progress and suggested areas of training
Performance Masterclass | 28 June 2025
• Learn how to personalise the audition dance choreography and rehearse the sequence
• Develop your unique presentation style and receive guidance on refining your specialty act
• Experiment with storytelling techniques using voice and body with intention
• Receive two free tickets to observe the Third Year Ensemble performance
• Engage in a Q&A with current students about life at NICA
Additional Benefits
• Gain familiarity with NICA's space, training style, and facilitators
• Meet your potential cohort of peers and enjoy fun, challenging days of preparation
2025 Audition Masterclass Dates
Inside Track
Sign up to our e-newsletter, Inside Track. We will send you the occasional email that keeps updated on significant news, important dates, and deadlines. You’ll also receive audition information, tips, and advice from our current students and trainers.
get on the Inside TrackPractice using the Audition Skills Guide
P.s Don’t be alarmed if you can’t perform all of these skills yet, we are looking for your potential as a circus performer.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our FAQs here. Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact us and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.