2026 Make the Cut
Monday, July 20th - Friday, July 24th
A detailed schedule of the week long intisive will be sent leading up to the event. The hours given in Jumbula are GENERIC TIMES. It will start no earlier than 8am and end no later the 5pm.
2026 Houston’s Urban Nutcracker - Christmas in July Workshop & Audtions
Sunday, July 26th
Teen Classes (8th-12th Grades)
A detailed schedule of the 7 classes and auditions will be sent leading up to the event. The hours given in Jumbula are GENERIC TIMES. It will start no earlier than 8am and end no later the 8pm.
Registration for this schedule starts on 05/01/2026 and ends on 07/26/2026
Participants must be 13 years to 18 years old when the program starts.
SUMMER IN HOUSTON JUST GOT BETTER! ☀️
Culture Arts Initiative is bringing you TWO incredible summer programs and a special bundle savings!
⭐ Make the Cut Audition Prep Intensive
📅 July 20–25
💃 Our brand-new collegiate and pro team audition preparation program
🎄 Christmas in July Workshop & Auditions
📅 July 26
🎭 Audition for the 8th Annual Houston’s Urban Nutcracker
💥 REGISTER FOR BOTH AND SAVE $75! 💥
Spend an entire week immersed in dance training, master classes, workshops, audition preparation, and opportunities to learn from outstanding instructors from Houston and beyond.
Whether you’re looking to earn a role in Houston’s Urban Nutcracker or be among the first dancers to experience our debut Make the Cut Intensive, this is your chance to train, grow, and level up in your dance journey.
We’ve been working behind the scenes to create an unforgettable summer experience, and we can’t wait to share it with you!
⏳ Save $75 when you register for both programs by July 15.
⚠️ Spots are limited in MAKE THE CUT PROGRAM.
Register today and join us for a summer of opportunity, growth, and dance!
GOT QUESTIONS? Email us at [email protected] or CALL at 713.972.1320 ex 0
Workshop fee is non-refundable beginning July 1st, 2026.
BEST IN CLASS DISCOUNT
If you received a "Best in Class" Scholarship Certificate during the 2025 HUN-Christmas in July Workshop, you are eligible for 25% off your full price tuition ($175) for the 2026 Workshop.
Please email Caitlin Chudy at [email protected] proof of your certificate for your personalized discount code to use at check out.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR CART to ENSURE that you have the correct number of registrations in your cart before authorizing your payment.
Please contact Culture Arts Initiative if you have any questions.