How to audition
There are 3 ways to apply / audition for Summer Dance Platform.
– Attend a LIVE audition
– Attend a VIRTUAL audition
– Submit a VIDEO audition
Pre-registration is required for all scheduled auditions (LIVE + VIRTUAL) and will close prior to audition date.
There is limited capacity for LIVE and VIRTUAL auditions. We recommend early application.
Audition results will be sent by email within one to two weeks following the audition. Accepted dancers are required to confirm their spot and submit their deposit by the deadline in their acceptance notification.
We will have a waitlist for dancers not immediately accepted into Summer Dance Platform. Accepted applicants who have not submitted their deposit will have their place offered to dancers on the waiting list.
All dancers applying to Summer Dance Platform must be at least age 15 by JUL 14 / 2024. No exceptions will be made.
Audition fees are non-refundable.
LIVE AUDITIONS
Prior to our auditions, dancers 18+ are encouraged to participate in our Company Repertoire Workshop JAN 3 to 5 / 2024.
PORTLAND OR
JAN 6 / 2024
10:00AM to 12:00PM
NW Dance Project Creative Center
211 NE 10th Ave
Portland OR 97232
CHICAGO IL
JAN 21 / 2024
10:00AM to 12:00PM
The Ruth Page Center for the Arts
1016 N Dearborn St
Chicago IL 60610
LOS ANGELES CA
FEB 3 / 2024
2:30 to 4:30PM
Stomping Ground LA
5453 Alhambra Ave
Los Angeles CA 90032
NEW YORK NY
FEB 11 / 2024
10:00AM to 12:00PM
NY City Center
130 W 56th St
New York NY 10019
Live audition materials
Pre-registration is required for all LIVE auditions and will close 48 hours prior to audition date.
Please be prepared to upload audition materials at the time of registration:
– résumé
– headshot photo
– full body dance photo
VIRTUAL AUDITIONS
Our preference is for dancers to attend a LIVE audition. However, if you are unable to do so, you can attend a VIRTUAL audition to be considered.
VIRTUAL AUDITION
JAN 28 / 2024
1:30 to 3:30PM
DOWNLOAD ZOOM
Prior to the virtual audition, install Zoom on the device you will be using. It should have a working camera and microphone.
STUDIO SPACE
A studio space is recommended and preferred in order for adjudicators to clearly see your movement.
ZOOM LINK
A Zoom link will be sent via email approximately 48 hours prior to the audition start.
Please make sure you are signed in at least 15 minutes prior to the start of your scheduled audition.
Virtual Audition Materials
Pre-registration is required for all VIRTUAL auditions and will close 48 hours prior to audition date.
Please be prepared to upload audition materials at the time of registration:
– résumé
– headshot photo
– full body dance photo
VIDEO AUDITIONS
Our preference is for dancers to attend a LIVE or VIRTUAL audition. However, if you are unable to do so, you can submit a VIDEO audition for consideration.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Video links can be Vimeo or YouTube. Vimeo is preferred.
- The deadline for video submissions is MAR 15 / 2024.
- We recommend applying early as we have limited capacity and are prioritizing applicants on a rolling basis.
Video Audition Materials
Please be prepared to upload audition materials:
– résumé
– headshot photo
– full body dance photo
– audition links (Vimeo preferred)
Audition footage should be of clear viewing quality and shot as recent as possible prior to submission. Videos should not exceed 7 minutes in length total (including all 4 links).
Required links:
Introduction Link - Please video yourself answering the following questions:
- What is your full name?
- What is your current age?
- Where are you from?
- Why are you interested in auditioning for NW Dance Project's Summer Dance Platform?
Ballet Link – Each combination should be a minimum of 32 counts and demonstrated on the dancer's right and left side.
Ballet Barre:
- Tendu
- Rond de Jambe + Fondu
- Grand Battement
Center Floor Work
- Adagio
- Pirouettes
- Petit Allegro
- Grand Allegro
Contemporary Link – 1.5-2 minutes of contemporary choreography
Improvisation Link – 1-minute improvised solo