Audition Class
•Modern/contemporary technique
•African diasporic movement
•Jazz
•Hip hop/street styles
•Ballet
•Dancers need not have trained in all forms; wide-ranging trainings, experiences, and backgrounds are encouraged
Solo
•One-minute maximum solo of your own choreography/creation
•Music welcome; bring a device that can connect to the sound system with music cued and ready
Interview
•Informal interview/Q&A is part of the audition day
Writing Sample
•Bring a paper copy on audition day
•Two pages total: one response per page, double-spaced, 12-point font
•Question 1: How would you describe your current dance practice?
•Question 2: Choose a video of a dance performance that moves you and describe it in detail. Why did you choose this piece?
Attire
•No specific dress code, but body line should be clearly visible (ankles, knees, hips)
•Cover midriff and legs in tights, leggings, or dance pants; no bare legs
•Dance barefoot; bring ballet, jazz, and non-marking athletic shoes if available; pointe shoes are not needed
