In the evolving world of ballet, many young companies and studio programs have been established to train graduates to the professional level required to join a ballet company. Often, these entities keep their trainees apart from their main companies, only occasionally allowing them to share the stage with seasoned professionals.

At Ballet de Catalunya (BNC), we’ve taken a distinctively different approach, particularly with our Trainee II program. It is fully integrated into the main company and operates under the vigilant supervision of BNC’s artistic director. We believe in immersing our Trainee II participants in the company’s daily life, providing them with firsthand experience and understanding of the responsibilities and realities of a professional dancer. They engage with company members, choreographers, ballet masters, and the director, in a professional environment six days a week, which is vital for their growth and professional development.

In contrast, our Trainee I program is only partially dependent on the main company. While they also benefit from high-quality training and exposure, their integration with the company is more selective, offering a gradual introduction to the professional world of ballet.