GENERAL INFORMATION
1. What are the entry criteria?
- Candidates must have a High School / Secondary school diploma (no later than September 1st, 2025, when the programme starts).
- In some cases, P.A.R.T.S. can grant an exception to the rule that one has to have a secondary school diploma. This exception has to be requested before the start of the final audition, in writing to auditions@parts.be.
- Only candidates who are selected in a pre-selection can participate in the final audition.
- Only candidates who have been selected during the final audition can become students.
- Students at P.A.R.T.S. need to have a good level in English (B2 or higher in CEFT scales). This is essential for being an active participant in the program. A candidate must do an online English test before registering for the pre-selection. There will also be an English test during the final audition. See also questions 9 and 13.
2. What are the age criteria?
- The minimum age of entry for P.A.R.T.S. is 18 and the maximum age is 25 (both ages on Dec 31 2025).
- If you are younger than the age limit, you can participate in the audition, but only if you are sure you will have the necessary secondary school diploma before September 1, 2025.
- If you exceed the age limit, your chances of acceptance are lower. P.A.R.T.S. only makes exceptions to this rule in rare cases.
3a. What kind of dancer is P.A.R.T.S. looking for?
P.A.R.T.S. is looking for dancers and choreographers with physical intelligence, stamina, potential, strong minds, stage presence, sensitivity for observing and listening, intuition and openness, and a clear capacity for autonomous learning and digesting information.
3b. Does it make sense for me to apply if I never took a ballet class before?
Yes, absolutely! The ballet class in the audition has different functions which have nothing to do with your experience in ballet, or with the aesthetics of ballet: it gives us an idea about your posture, musicality, sense of rhythm and spatial awareness. How you're engaging with information that is maybe very new to you, is more important than the amount of experience you can show. A substantial part of P.A.R.T.S. graduates only had their first ever ballet class in the preselection! Ballet is part of the curriculum, but with a specific approach and function. The ballet classes are conceived for contemporary dancers, offering tools to apply in other technique classes.
4. How many students does P.A.R.T.S. take in?
P.A.R.T.S. will take in approximately 40 students to start studying in the Bachelor program Training in September 2025.
5. How much does it cost to study at P.A.R.T.S.?
Students pay a single registration fee and an annual tuition fee.
- The registration fee is € 6.000. This amount is due only once, irrespective of the number of years the student spends at P.A.R.T.S. It has to be paid before the start of the courses.
- The tuition fee for the Training cycle is € 3.000 per year.
For the full 3 years of the Bachelor program Training, the cost will be € 6.000 + (3 x € 3.000) = € 15.000
6. Does P.A.R.T.S. provide scholarships?
P.A.R.T.S. provides a limited number of scholarships to students who do not have enough financial resources and have not succeeded in getting scholarships from other funding bodies. The application process for a P.A.R.T.S. scholarship starts after the final audition. Applicants are asked to provide detailed financial information and scholarships are granted according to the financial needs of the student and the available budget. P.A.R.T.S. depends on external sources for scholarships, so nothing can be guaranteed. P.A.R.T.S. will only give scholarships to students who can prove they have undertaken serious attempts to obtain a scholarship elsewhere.
Start looking for grants awarded by your local authorities (municipal, regional, national) or private foundations, as soon as you have registered for a pre-selection. In many cases the application deadlines will have expired before you get the final confirmation that you are accepted at P.A.R.T.S.
If you need documents from us, contact our P.A.R.T.S. staff member Jonas Gineika at auditions@parts.be.
7. Can I visit the school?
You can only visit the school during our Winter Workshops, Open Fridays or during other public activities like PARTS@WORK.
8. Can you send me a brochure or prospectus?
P.A.R.T.S doesn’t provide printed material for ecological reasons. You can find all necessary information on the website. The study guide for 2025-2028 will be available on the website before the final audition. If you still have further questions, contact our P.A.R.T.S. staff member Jonas Gineika at auditions@parts.be.
9. How important is it to master English?
It is essential that students have a good knowledge of English when starting the course - the level must be B2 or higher (CEFR scales). You can test your level here: listening test and grammar test. Both tests take about 10 minutes. You will need to include the results of these tests in the registration for the pre-selection. See also question 13.
During the final audition, there will be a formal English test. If you do not meet the required level, your chances of acceptance will be significantly reduced. If you are accepted despite a lower English proficiency, you will be required to arrive in Brussels 7 weeks before the start of the program to attend an intensive language course provided by the school.
ONLINE APPLICATION
10. When can I register for the pre-selections?
You can register for the pre-selections from October 24th, 2024 onwards.
11. Until when can I register for a pre-selection date?
The deadline for registrations is at 9AM Brussels time (Central European Time) on the Monday before your desired pre-selection date will take place.
We advise you to not register too close to a specific deadline as pre-selection venues could reach maximum capacity.
12. What info do I need for the online subscription?
You have to fill out all the mandatory fields in the online registration form (personal information, dance background, portrait photo, …), and you have to pay the audition fee. The online registration form serves as a check if you meet the formal criteria and as a supporting document for the jury, but is not used as such to make selections. You don’t have to provide any further documentation such as CV, video links or portfolio.
13. How can I determine my level in English?
You can take a free online test here: listening test and grammar test. Both tests take about 10 minutes, and will give an estimation of your level. You should copy your results in the relevant box of the registration form. This test will give both you and P.A.R.T.S. an indication of your level in English. It is not a selection criterion in the pre-selection, but it will be a selection criterion in the final audition, where an official test will be taken. Therefore, when completing the registration form it is not useful to try to fill in a better score than you actually received. If your result is B1, A2, A1 or 0, it can be a reminder for you to start making efforts to learn or improve your English skills before the final audition.
14. Will I receive a confirmation after registration?
After your registration for a pre-selection you will get a confirmation email. And one week before your pre-selection you will receive an email with more practical information.
PRE-SELECTIONS
15. How do I know if I can participate in a pre-selection?
Everyone can attend a pre-selection after filling out the online subscription form and paying the audition fee. After completing your application form you will receive a confirmation by email. If a pre-selection is fully booked, our online registration system will close further registrations. Be sure to register on time.
16. Can I participate in multiple pre-selections?
No, pre-selections are held in several different locations between December 2024 and March 2025. You can only choose one pre-selection location.
In case you have to cancel your participation in a pre-selection and you want to reschedule it to a different pre-selection date, you can contact us at auditions@parts.be.
17. Can I attend a pre-selection without registering online?
Yes, you’re welcome to attend a pre-selection day and register on-site, as long as you meet the entry criteria. To ensure a smooth process, please arrive early and bring the exact registration fee in cash and a headshot (passport picture format). However, keep in mind that each location has a maximum capacity. Priority is given to participants who have pre-registered online, while on-the-spot registrations are handled on a “first-come, first-served” basis. For countries where online payments are challenging, a limited number of spots will be reserved for on-site registrations. Additionally, if you plan to attend a pre-selection that’s fully booked, there’s a possibility that some pre-registered participants may not show up, potentially opening up spots for others. Please note, though, that this cannot be guaranteed.
18. Do I have more chances if I attend a pre-selection in Brussels rather than elsewhere?
no, the pre-selectors in different cities apply the same set of criteria and choose a number of people in relation to the overall amount of registrations. All pre-selectors are related to P.A.R.T.S.
19. All the places for the pre-selections are extremely far from where I live.
19a. What do I do?
You have to decide which pre-selection date and city suits you best. If there are no pre-selections in your country or a country nearby, contact our P.A.R.T.S. staff member Jonas Gineika at auditions@parts.be for advice.
19b. Can I send in a video instead of traveling to a pre-selection?
No, you have to decide which pre-selection date and city suits you best. If there are no pre-selections in your country or a country nearby, contact our P.A.R.T.S. staff member Jonas Gineika at auditions@parts.be for advice.
20. What if I need to cancel my attendance for the pre-selection?
If you are registered but cannot participate it is important that you inform P.A.R.T.S. by e-mail at auditions@parts.be as soon as possible. The paid audition fee cannot be refunded under any circumstances.
In case you want to reschedule your participation to a different pre-selection, you can contact our P.A.R.T.S. staff member Jonas Gineika at auditions@parts.be. Your paid audition fee stays valid.
21. How much does my participation in a pre-selection cost?
Participation costs vary by location and must be paid during the online registration process. Please note that the audition fee is non-refundable, regardless of the reason for cancellation. The fee will only be refunded if your registration cannot be accepted, for example, if the pre-selection is already fully booked.
22. Can P.A.R.T.S. financially support my coming to the pre-selection?
No, we do not cover any expenses for participation in the Training cycle auditions.
23. What do I need to bring to the pre-selection?
- ID (identity card or passport).
- Bring your own lunch and anything you need for a regular dance day.
- Don’t bring any CVs, portfolios or reference letters, since all the information we need is in the registration form.
24. What will happen during a pre-selection?
- We start with registration and individual warm-up.
- The pre-selection will then consist of a contemporary dance class, a ballet class and a short presentation of personal work.
- The personal work consists of a solo of maximum 1 minute, in which you show us how you like to present yourself dancing. The solo can be choreographed by yourself or by someone else. It can be improvised, but you need to be able to repeat the improvisation (i.e. you need to be able to repeat the structure, quality, rhythm and spacing). Very important: NO music, NO props, NO costume, NO explanation before or after - just you dancing...
25. Is there a dress code for the pre-selection?
For dance classes, candidates should wear clothing that allows the teacher to observe the body’s movements and alignment clearly. Loose or layered clothing can hinder accurate observation of the body. For classical classes, a dress code requires that the ankles, knees, and hips be clearly visible. P.A.R.T.S. values inclusion and diversity and does not judge candidates based on what they wear. The focus is on ensuring that the clothing allows for proper evaluation of technique and movement, with respect to all personal styles and identities.
26. How long will a pre-selection last?
You will be able to register from 09.00 am. The actual pre-selection will start at 10.00 am. The length of a pre-selection varies according to the number of participants. Usually it takes around six hours, but in the case of many participants it can reach up to nine hours (with one hour lunch break). Make sure to take this into account when you book your travel beforehand.
In exceptional cases the starting time may also vary according to the local circumstances. This will be announced as soon as possible.
27. When will I know if I am selected for the final audition?
The selection is made and announced on the day of the pre-selection, maximum two hours after the end of the audition. If you have to leave earlier, you should warn the responsible of the selection committee, and contact P.A.R.T.S. office the next week to learn about your result.
Candidates who have been selected for the final audition will receive a confirmation letter, which they can also use to apply for a visa or scholarship.
28. Will I receive feedback after the pre-selection?
P.A.R.T.S. values providing participants with brief feedback after the pre-selection. However, due to the specific circumstances of the pre-selections (such as time and space constraints), this cannot always be guaranteed.
FINAL AUDITION
29. Who can participate in the final audition?
Only candidates who were selected in one of the pre-selections can participate in the final audition.
30. How many people are selected to participate in the final audition?
Between 150 to 180 people will be selected for the final audition. From this group, approximately 90 candidates will be selected for the final two days of the final audition.
31. How much does my participation in the final audition cost?
Participation in the final audition is free.
32. Can P.A.R.T.S. financially support my coming to the final audition?
No, we do not cover any expenses for the auditions. But we can share a list of budget friendly accommodation options in Brussels with you.
33. How long does the final audition last?
The final auditions will take place from April 13 to 18 2025, in Brussels. If selected, you must be available for the full six days. After the first four days, the jury will make an intermediate selection and only those who pass will proceed to the final two days of auditions.
34. What will happen during the final audition?
Generally, the final audition consist of the following elements:
- Four contemporary dance classes, with different teachers.
- Repertory: study of Rosas repertory material, and performing it.
- A ballet class for contemporary dancers
- An improvisation class
- Theatre classes.
- A music session.
- Writing a short essay.
- Personal work (presentation 1-minute solo and a new task)
- Group talk and individual interview.
- Language test to see if your level of English is sufficient.
35. What do I need to bring to the final audition?
- Bring your own lunch and anything you need for a regular dance day.
- There are water filtration machines at P.A.R.T.S. where you can refill your water bottles.
- Don’t bring any CVs or reference letters, since all information we need is in the registration form.
36. When do I know if I’m selected to study at P.A.R.T.S.?
The final selection will be made two weeks after the end of the final audition in Brussels. We will inform you by email or phone call.
37. Will I receive feedback after the audition?
P.A.R.T.S. considers it important to provide participants with brief feedback after the audition. Once the final selection is announced, participants will have the opportunity to speak with a jury member to receive feedback. Further details will be shared during the audition.
38. When does the school year start?
The Training cycle starts in the beginning of September 2025 (the concrete start date will be clear by the final audition). The first school year runs until the beginning of July 2026. Please note that the entire Training cycle program is 3 years and that the end of the course will be in July 2028.