UPDATE
Changes to Audition Process in 2026
In 2026, we’re updating the application process to audition for NICA’s Bachelor of Circus Arts and Certificate IV in Circus Arts courses.
Following the high volume of applicants in 2025, we want to improve the audition process and have more time to review applications.
Prospective students will now be required to apply with a basic video submission. NICA’s Audition panel will review the submission within approx. two weeks of receiving it. If successful, you will be sent an invite to audition and the Audition Pack.
More information coming soon!
Details
Auditions for 2027 intake
National auditions for the Bachelor of Circus Arts and Certificate IV in Circus Arts programs for 2027 intake will take place at NICA's state of the art training facility in Prahran, Melbourne in late September 2026.
Option 1: In-person audition
The in-person audition is a two-day commitment.
DAY 1 - Circus Skills, Flexibility, Handstands, Tumbling, Coordination, Strength &
Fitness, Movement, Performance Skills
DAY 2 - Interviews, Physio Assessments, Specialty Circus Acts, Drama Task.
Option 2: Video Audition
If you cannot attend in person, you can make a video audition, upload it to Youtube and send us the link: auditions@nica.com.au
If you intend to send a Video Audition it is essential that you follow the prescribed format in the Audition Pack, which you will receive alongside your invitation to audition.
Practice using the Audition Skills Guide
P.s Don’t be alarmed if you can’t perform all of these skills yet, we are looking for your potential as a circus performer.
auditions
What to expect
Auditions for entry into NICA’s accredited courses in 2027 will be held at NICA in late September 2026. Video auditions can be submitted for those who cannot attend an in-person audition.
We want to:
- Know about your discipline/s: Circus, Gymnastics, Dance, Tricking, Parkour, Theatre
- See your specialty skills
- Measure your strength and flexibility
- See you perform
- Hear about your journey to date and your future ambitions
- Assess your physical condition and discuss pre-existing injuries and injury management
There is a one-off administration fee of $50.00 to apply to Audition. If your application is accepted, there are no further fees incurred to attend an audition, or to submit a video audition.
Please note, there are updates to the application process in 2026. Watch this space for announcements and key dates. And sign up to Inside Track below to receive them straight to your inbox!
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