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Nutcracker Intensive

Where Young Artsists Grow

The Nutcracker Intensive at Prima Classical Coaching offers dancers the opportunity to immerse themselves in classical repertoire, refine technique, and prepare for the upcoming Nutcracker season through focused, age-appropriate training.

This intensive is ideal for dancers who want to build confidence, strengthen performance quality, and step into the Nutcracker season feeling prepared and inspired.

Who Can Participate?

The Nutcracker Intensive is open to dancers ages 3 through Adult, including dancers who are new to Prima Classical Coaching.

Dancers who wish to participate in the Nutcracker performance must be registered students at Prima Classical Coaching for the season.

This intensive is designed for dancers of all levels and serves as excellent preparation for Nutcracker auditions and the rehearsal process.

Intensive Dates:

Week 1: Act I
August 10–13

Week 2: Act II
August 17–21

Dancers may register for one or both weeks.

Intensive Schedule by Level

Twinkle Toes
5:00–6:00 PM • Monday & Wednesday

Boys
6:00–6:30 PM • Monday & Wednesday

Preparatory 1
5:00–6:30 PM • Tuesday & Thursday

Preparatory 2
5:00–6:30 PM • Tuesday & Thursday

Preparatory 3
5:00–6:30 PM • Monday & Wednesday

Junior 1
5:00–6:30 PM • Monday & Wednesday

Junior 2 & 3
6:30–8:30 PM • Monday–Wednesday

Seniors
6:30–8:30 PM • Monday–Wednesday

Adults
5:30–6:30 PM • Tuesday & Thursday

What Dancers Will Work On:

Classical Nutcracker choreography

Musicality and performance quality

Technique refinement and rehearsal skills

Confidence and stage readiness

Nutcracker Auditions:

Participation in the Nutcracker Intensive is strongly encouraged for dancers planning to audition for the Nutcracker.

Audition details, fees, and rehearsal calendars will be shared separately on the Nutcracker Auditions page.


Unsure Which Level to Choose?

We’re happy to help with placement recommendations.

📧 [email protected]
📞 763-703-6117

What should my dancer wear?

We sell all required uniform pieces in the Prima Shop!

Twinkle Toes 1 - Light blue or lavender camisole or cap sleeve leotard

Twinkle Toes 2 - Light blue or lavender camisole or cap sleeve leotard

Boys - White t-shirt, black shorts, and black ballet slippers

*Tap shoes are required for both classes. Skirts and Twinkle Toes tutus are permitted for class.

What is the Conservatory Track?

Has your dancer been bit by the ballet bug? Take all classes offered at your dancer's level for a discounted price. More dance for a lower price? Count me in!

What are your tuition policies?

We offer 3 payment plans: monthly, semesterly, and yearly. The first and last months of tuition are due at the time of registration. For Conservatory dancers, 30 days of notice must be given to withdraw from the program and tuition must be paid for the full 30 days before the financial agreement is absolved in lieu of paying the first and last months at the time of registration (due to the higher tuition rates). Tuition can be paid by dropping a check into the lockbox at the studio or signing up for auto-pay with your credit card (subject to 3.5% convenience fee). There is a $25 late fee for any payments more than 10 days late. 

Are parents required to stay?

As long as children are toilet-trained, parents are not required to stay during their child's classes. However, we would be pleased to welcome you in our lobby or cafeteria spaces with free wifi!

What are the performance opportunities?

Prima is proud to provide two high-quality performance opportunities per year to our students. Every student can audition in August to participate in The Nutcracker in December. In lieu of a recital, we do a Spring Ballet each year that all students can elect to participate in.

7385 Bush Lake Road

Edina, MN 55439

763-703-6117