YOUTH PERFORMANCE COMPANIES & AUDITIONS

Interested in joining Tik Toks, Zig Zags, or Brio for the 2026-2027 season?

Our next audition (for all 3companies) will be held on: July 13th, 2026!

Audition Info:

This audition is for students who are interested in joining any of our 3 youth performance companies: Tik Toks, Zig Zags or Brio. Students should have level 3 skills in at least one discipline (tumbling, trapeze, silks) and have a strong interest in exploring circus/movement, collaborating and performing. 

To audition, please fill out our Youth Performance Company Audition Form and register for our audition using the links below:

Echo Theater Company has provided pre-professional training and performance opportunities in aerial arts, acrobatics, and ensemble physical theater to youth for nearly 30 years. We currently support three youth performance companies:

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What to Expect: 

The audition will feel a lot like an Echo class. We will warm up together, play movement games, tumble, do aerial, collaborate and perform. Just get a good night's sleep, eat well, and come prepared for class. Be sure to wear clothing that you feel comfortable in and bring a water bottle. Coaches for all programs will be present to discuss which program will be the best fit and make recommendations.

Can’t make it to our July 13th audition? Any other questions? Email us at hello@echotheaterpdx.org!

THE TIK TOKS Ensemble

ECHO THEATER

Our entry-level youth performance ensemble (ages 9 – 14). Tik Toks build aerial and acrobatic skills, and explore the art of collaborative physical theater. Tik Toks learn to integrate the group’s various skills into a full-scale physical theater production, including costumes, props, script, music, and more. Tik Toks perform at local functions whenever possible and present their own original work in the Echo Theater.

  • Tik Toks: Performance Ensemble Ages 9-14: Focus on collaboration, trapeze, partner acrobatics, tumbling, aerial silks, physical theater, and performance skills. The Tik Tok’s create and perform a full-length ensemble show in the Spring. Rehearsals at Echo Theater.

    • Time Commitment (2026-2027): Sept.-June: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:20 - 6:10 pm + additional mandatory rehearsals and performance dates in the Spring 

    • Level Requirements: Generally, students Level 3+ in Trapeze, Tumbling, Silks. We also look for collaboration skills and interest in physical theater, and performance. View Youth Level Criteria.

    • Tentative 2026 - 2027 Cost:

      • $350/month, plus deposit (financial aid and payment plans available)

    Additional perks: free open gym, discounts on additional classes, photos, video & merchandise

THE ZIG ZAGS Ensemble

Our pre-professional teen performance ensemble (ages 13 – 18). This program is a 9 month immersion in the world of professional ensemble physical theater performance, from physical training to choreography, stage-craft, script-writing, costuming, sound design, and more. Zig Zags perform at local functions throughout the year and present their own original work in the Echo Theater. Zig Zag alumni have gone on to careers in circus arts, dance, theater, micro-biology, international law, and much more!

ECHO THEATER

  • Zig Zags: Performance Ensemble Ages 13-18: Focus on collaboration, trapeze, partner acrobatics, tumbling, aerial silks, physical theater, and performance skills. Zig Zags perform throughout the year and create a full-length ensemble show in May. Rehearsals at Echo Theater

    • Time Commitment (2026-2027): Sept.-June: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:40-7:40 pm + additional mandatory rehearsals and performance dates in the Spring

    • Level Requirements: Generally, students Level 4+ in Trapeze, Tumbling, Silks. Strong collaboration skills and interest in performance. View Youth Level Criteria.

    • Tentative 2026-27 Cost:

      • $ 370/month, plus deposit (financial aid and payment plans available)

    Additional perks: free open gym, discounts on additional classes, photos, video, & merchandise

BRIO YOUTH TRAINING Co.

Our Echo West-based 9-month program is designed for students ages 9-18 to pursue the joy of circus with greater intensity. Brio company members have the opportunity to work with high-level instructors to progressively build skills, creativity, and professionalism within a program that is growth-oriented and fun! The program structure includes three levels of training intensity to allow for individual goals and needs. Brio members enjoy creating solo acts as well as a full ensemble show each year! 

ECHO WEST

  • Brio: Youth Training Company: Brio is Echo's Youth and Teen training company. They focus on individual skill building, solo/duo act creation, and performance technique. This includes Dance, Tumbling, Partner Acro, Aerial, and Physical Theater. Brio performs a solo showcase in February and a full-length show in the Spring. Rehearsals at Echo West

    • Time Commitment (2026-2027): Sept. - June
      Rehearsals: Wed 4:30 - 6 & Sat 1:30 - 3:30 at Echo West for Fall Term

      Rehearsal location and time TBD for Winter/Spring

      • Plus at least 1 aerial & 1 ground-based class/week

    • Level Requirements:  Generally, students Level 3+ in Trapeze, Tumbling, Silks. View Youth Level Criteria.

    • Tentative 2026-27 Cost:

      • $510/ month, plus deposit

      • Note: cost includes 2 Group Rehearsals + 1 Aerial Class + 1 Ground Class

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