Dance Audition Information
Applicant must wear clothing appropriate for a dance class. T-shirts, shorts and socks may be worn if the applicant does not have dance attire (leotards, tights and ballet shoes.) Baggy clothing and jewelry are not permitted. Hair must be neatly secured away from the face.
Applicant will participate in a dance class incorporating ballet, modern and jazz. Evaluation will be based on:
- physical characteristics (body alignment, strength, endurance, and flexibility)
- coordination and movement (ability to move two or more body parts at the same time and/or sequentially in a demonstrated movement pattern)
- ability to take direction (ability to learn quickly with little or no repetition of instruction and willingness to accept and apply corrections
- potential (overall performing ability)
- precision and rhythmic accuracy
Applicant will perform a prepared ballet, modern, or jazz solo no longer than one minute in length. Applicant will bring his/her music on a compact disc cued to the beginning of the selection. No costumes, accessories, or props are permitted. Evaluation will be based on:
- sense of rhythm, ease of movement
- use of dance elements
- overall performance ability
