Dance Audition Information
Class
A 45 minute class, based on ballet and modern dance techniques, in which the performance will be assessed on technique , strength, flexibility, potential, effort and enthusiasm.
A 45 minute class, based on ballet and modern dance techniques, in which the performance will be assessed on technique , strength, flexibility, potential, effort and enthusiasm.
Solo
Each applicant is required to perform a solo dance a minimum of one minute in length. Music for the dance can be on CD or ipod. No phones. The solo will be performed for members of the dance department as well as a professional in the dance industry.
Interview
After the dance solo, a short interview will take place. The interview will discuss the applicant’s desire to be in the dance program as well as other interests. Applicants are encouraged to ask questions at this time.
Dress for Class and Solo Audition:
· Girls: dark coloured bodysuit, tights
· Boys: t-shirt, dance pants
· Hair pulled back off face
· No jewellery
· Soft ballet slippers, jazz shoes or bare feet
Note:
Grade 10 and 11 applicants are expected to present at a higher level.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What style of dance should I audition with?
You should choose a style that highlights your strongest dance skills. This is your time to shine and you only have two minutes to do so. Our program focuses on classical dance styles and therefore we are looking for advanced level of technique. The most successful auditions are in Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Ballet, and Open.
If I do not audition for grade 9, can I audition the following year for grade 10?
Yes, you can audition in grade 10, but the expectations will be slightly higher as you are now expected to be at the same level as a grade 10 student who has already completed a grade 9 RAP credit in dance.
Each applicant is required to perform a solo dance a minimum of one minute in length. Music for the dance can be on CD or ipod. No phones. The solo will be performed for members of the dance department as well as a professional in the dance industry.
Interview
After the dance solo, a short interview will take place. The interview will discuss the applicant’s desire to be in the dance program as well as other interests. Applicants are encouraged to ask questions at this time.
Dress for Class and Solo Audition:
· Girls: dark coloured bodysuit, tights
· Boys: t-shirt, dance pants
· Hair pulled back off face
· No jewellery
· Soft ballet slippers, jazz shoes or bare feet
Note:
Grade 10 and 11 applicants are expected to present at a higher level.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What style of dance should I audition with?
You should choose a style that highlights your strongest dance skills. This is your time to shine and you only have two minutes to do so. Our program focuses on classical dance styles and therefore we are looking for advanced level of technique. The most successful auditions are in Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Ballet, and Open.
If I do not audition for grade 9, can I audition the following year for grade 10?
Yes, you can audition in grade 10, but the expectations will be slightly higher as you are now expected to be at the same level as a grade 10 student who has already completed a grade 9 RAP credit in dance.
