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Audition Royal Swedish Ballet – Artistic Director Anders Hellström
Kungliga Operan
Source: Arbetsformedlingen Platsbanken · original listing ↗
Source date: 11/9/2026
About this role
The Royal Swedish Ballet warmly invites applications from dancers who have a solid base in both classical and contemporary techniques. We are seeking artists who demonstrate high technical skills, and who also bring curiosity, creativity, and a genuine passion for dance, classical as well as contemporary, to the studio and to the stage. We do prioritise previous professional experience and welcome dancers who would contribute their artistry to the company. Additionally, we are also looking for young dancers for our Youth Programme that is integrated into the company. They will receive extra support and coaching during the entire season. Audition Details Auditions are by invitation only. We are especially interested in dancers with a refined classical technique, a personal artistic voice and distinct movement qualities. Date: 27th – 28th February 2027 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Our repertoire spans from classical to neoclassical productions to contemporary works by choreographers such as George Balanchine, John Cranko, Mats Ek, Alexander Ekman, Sharon Eyal, William Forsythe, Johan Inger, Pär Isberg, Sol León and Paul Lightfoot, Imre & Marne van Opstal, Crystal Pite and Medhi Walerski. If you're a dedicated artist who thrives on exploration, excellence and wants to contribute to a positive work atmosphere, we would love to hear from you! Application Requirements, please submit the following: Written cover letter expressing your interest Curriculum Vitae (CV): Include nationality, contact information, height, date of birth, and a detailed overview of your education and work experience. Recent unedited videos (important for assessment): Classical variation from the standard repertoire, danced in pointe shoes for women Contemporary variation, from repertoire or own choreography/improvisation that shows range of movement. Barre (3 - 5 min), showing both sides Centre work (3–5 min): Including adagio, pirouettes, petit and grand allegro. Recent photos: One portrait and two full-body dance photos Application deadline: 7 December 2026 at 19.00 CET For the Royal Ballet, apply https://lanced.app/share/opportunity/b821e5cd-ed33-404e-922b-998cd3c01caa. For the Youth Program, apply https://lanced.app/share/opportunity/806877c8-0c6e-4c97-8305-f0e32a2c2307. The Royal Swedish Ballet values diversity and the unique qualities it brings to our society. Selected candidates will be contacted with more information by 5th February 2027. Even if you are not selected, you will be notified no later than 5th February 2027. As Sweden’s national stage for opera and ballet, the Royal Swedish Opera aims to be accessible to everyone and to evoke powerful emotions. Our values are: High Quality, Welcoming, Fearless, and Timeless. The Royal Swedish Opera is a fully state-owned corporation with an annual revenue of approximately 600 MKR and about 700 employees who come from more than 20 different countries and represent over 120 professional categories. With over 200 opera and ballet performances, hundreds of concerts, and several hundred activities for children and young people, each season offers a wide range of experiences—both inside and outside the Opera House. The repertoire spans several centuries and includes both classical and newly composed works.