Video Pre-Selection — 6 Components (15-25 Min Total, Non-European Candidates)
Personal Introduction (Waist-Up Close Shot)
•Bullet: State full name, current city, country of birth and residence
•Bullet: Age and height
•Bullet: Brief dance training history — years, techniques, and styles
•Bullet: Expected high school graduation year
•Bullet: Why you chose Codarts Rotterdam and your personal goals
•Bullet: Any other talents or interests
Flexibility Demonstration (on the Floor)
•Bullet: Full forward stretches demonstrating hamstring length
•Bullet: Front splits — both sides
•Bullet: Second position split with forward bend
•Bullet: Butterfly (hip opener) — on back and stomach
•Bullet: Backbend (cambré) while lying on stomach
Ballet Demonstration (One Side per Exercise)
•Bullet: At barre: Plié and Grand Plié in all positions, Adagio with balance (Attitude back, Passé/Retiré), Grand Battements
•Bullet: Center: Tendus and Battement Jeté from 5th with pirouettes, Adagio, Waltz with pirouettes, Petit Allegro, Grand Allegro
Modern/Contemporary Technique
•Bullet: Two different combinations in the center
•Bullet: Show variety in dynamics and space orientation
•Bullet: Include floor work and travelling through space
Improvisation (Up to 2 Min)
•Bullet: Free choice demonstrating individuality, creativity, autonomy, and artistic expression
Prepared Solo (Up to 2 Min)
•Bullet: State title and choreographer name
•Bullet: Preferably self-choreographed or with teacher/choreographer assistance
•Bullet: Demonstrates craftsmanship, technique, and artistic expression
