Upper Division (ages 11-18 by audition) Levels 4 – 8 develop strength, artistry, creativity, and discipline through classical ballet and additional techniques while preparing the dancer for further dance studies and to excel in college. Classes are held four times a week for Level 4 and five times a week for Levels 5-8. Your recorded audition should be NO LONGER THAN 10 minutes and please include the following in your audition: Upper Division Video Audition Guidelines: Introduction: name, age, years, and place of study. Only one side of combinations at the barre and include: pliés, battement tendu, adagio, grand battement. In center (ladies on pointe) adagio, pirouettes en dehors and dedans, petit allegro, grand allegro, and a variation of choice. Gentlemen include tour en l’air (single or double depending on your age and ability level) and allegro that includes beats and grand pirouettes.