# FAQ — Heber Valley Ballet

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Answers about Heber Valley Ballet: who can join, how auditions work, what company members do, and the 2026–2027 season in Heber, Utah.

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# Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Heber Valley Ballet, joining the company, and the inaugural season.

<details><summary>What is Heber Valley Ballet?</summary><div class="answer"><p>Heber Valley Ballet is the nonprofit youth performing company of Primary Ballet Academy in Heber, Utah. It provides a higher level of training, more performance experiences, and greater artistic development, while enriching the broader community.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>When did the company start?</summary><div class="answer"><p>The 2026–2027 season is the company’s inaugural year.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>Who can join?</summary><div class="answer"><p>The company is open to dancers ages 12 and up who are training on pointe and who show a strong level of technical ability and commitment.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>How do dancers join?</summary><div class="answer"><p>Dancers join by audition or by director placement. Email [info@primaryballet.com](mailto:info@primaryballet.com) to ask about company requirements and opportunities.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>What do company members do?</summary><div class="answer">
<p>Members rehearse outside regular class time, work with guest choreographers, and perform at community events and a late-winter Repertory show. They are considered for principal and solo roles in story ballets such as The Nutcracker and the spring production.</p>
<p>The company also offers a goal-setting program with regular one-on-one director meetings, exposure to contemporary ballet, and mentorship for dancers considering college or professional dance. Senior Company members may join an optional ensemble at ballet competitions.</p>
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<details><summary>What is on the 2026–2027 season?</summary><div class="answer"><p>The Nutcracker (tentatively December 12, 2026), a Repertory show in February 2027, and Cinderella in spring 2027. See the [season page](https://heber-valley-ballet.answer.cloud/season/) for details.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>Can younger dancers be in The Nutcracker?</summary><div class="answer"><p>Yes. Nutcracker casting is open to dancers ages 6 and up. It is an optional add-on that requires an audition and extra rehearsals, with additional rehearsal and performance fees.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>Is there a costume fee for Cinderella?</summary><div class="answer"><p>Heber Valley Ballet company members pay no performance or costume fee for Cinderella. Other Primary Ballet students pay a performance and costume fee listed on [https://primaryballet.com/info](https://primaryballet.com/info).</p></div></details>

<details><summary>How does Heber Valley Ballet relate to Primary Ballet Academy?</summary><div class="answer"><p>Heber Valley Ballet is Primary Ballet Academy’s performing company. Classes, registration, and tuition are handled through [https://primaryballet.com/](https://primaryballet.com/). The academy is directed by Erin Malan.</p></div></details>

<details><summary>Where is the studio?</summary><div class="answer"><p>Primary Ballet Academy is at 150 N Main Street, Suite 110, Heber, UT 84032. Call [(435) 709-5561](tel:+14357095561) or email [info@primaryballet.com](mailto:info@primaryballet.com).</p></div></details>

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