This competition aims to nurture and discover the next generation of ballet dancers by inviting judges from the Vaganova Ballet Academy — the prestigious bastion of Russian ballet tradition that represents the pinnacle of classical ballet. The competition's name pays homage to Marius Petipa, who laid the foundation of classical ballet and left behind a legacy of magnificent works.

Participants will receive direct instruction from current teachers of the Vaganova Ballet Academy, and the program also serves as an official audition for full-time study at the Academy.

This is an exceptional opportunity to learn the most up-to-date Vaganova method and elevate your ballet technique to the next level.