Guy auditions for dance school with bottle caps on his shoes

County Durham, England, 1984. The miners' strike has started and the police have started coming up from Bethnal Green, starting a class war with the lower classes suffering. Caught in the middle of the conflict is 11-year old Billy Elliot, who, after leaving his boxing club for the day, stumbles upon a ballet class and finds out that he's naturally talented. He practices with his teacher Mrs. Wilkinson for an upcoming audition in Newcastle-upon Tyne for the royal Ballet school in London.

In County Durham, England, 1984, a talented young dancer, Billy Elliot, stumbles out of the boxing ring and onto the ballet floor. He faces many trials and triumphs as he strives to conquer his family’s set ways, inner conflict, and standing on his toes in a musical that questions masculinity, gender norms and conformity.

A tap dancer auditions for a gig.

A handsome, eager actor gets more than he bargained for at a most unusual audition.

Why do over 1,000 New York City schoolchildren audition for a modern dance program that requires them to sacrifice free time and involvement in sports and music? For a chance to study with the charismatic Jacques d'Amboise at the National Dance Institute. His philosophy--that creativity exists within everyone and that trying one's best ensures success--forms the foundation of a unique dance program. This documentary chronicles one school-year-long program including initial auditions, rehearsals, and the creation of an exclusive "SWAT" team, and culminates in an amazing, year-end performance at New York's Felt Forum. D'Amboise's enthusiasm is infectious--children, parents, teachers, professional dancers and musicians, and even local law enforcement officers find themselves involved in his productions. This Academy Award-winning documentary details the inspiring story of how one talented dancer's vision flourished into a coveted New York City dance program.

Gabriel is fascinated by a dance class, but his fear of ridicule prevents him from auditioning.

A boy finds his fabulous when he ditches wrestling for dance.

World famous dancer Trey Donovan has built a strong reputation for his dance academy and he’ll let nothing tarnish his legacy. When his lead dancer and secret lover, Olivia threatens to make their relationship public, she is abruptly fired and dismissed. Auditions are held to find a replacement and two rival dancers vie for the position - Hannah, the sweet new girl with natural talent, and Sadie, the bitchy veteran dancer who will do whatever it takes to get the job. They are both pushed to their limits by the academy’s demanding director, Mr. Jacobs, and the cold lead dance instructor, Ms. Petrova. Both dancers are capable, but the question is, who wants it more?