Video Requirements:
Verbal self-introduction, 1 minute maximum
Your name and current affiliation
Why this program is important for you this year
What you are showing on your reel
Anything else you wish to share about your footage: title/choreographer(s) of performance footage, why footage date is not as preferred, etc.
Technique sampler, 5 minute maximum. Female identifying dancers must be in pointe shoes
Center floor: Tendus, adagio, pirouettes, 1 petit allegro with batterie, 1 grand allegro, tour en l’air for men
Across-the-floor: include a waltz, pirouettes, jumps, and leaps
Required: Adagio and a petit and grand allegro; Male identifying dancers include tour en l’air
Performance sampler, 6 minute maximum
1 classical variation or repertory excerpt
1 contemporary ballet improvisation or variation
In-studio footage is preferred over performance footage
If performance or group footage, identify who is to be viewed
Identify names of works and choreographers for
Excerpts should demonstrate a range of dynamics, levels, tempos, and styles
Written Statement 500 words or less
Influences on your current dance work and artistic goals
Career aspirations and experiences desired to reach them
How you envision this program impacting your vision of yourself as an artist
Résumé/C.V.
Photos
Classical position of your choice in leotard, women should be on pointe
Headshot
If 17 or younger, a Letter of Recommendation may be requested.
You will be asked to list the name, title, phone, and email of a dance teacher or artist who has agreed to write a Letter of Recommendation, if requested. On receipt of an email, he/she/they should be prepared to address the following:
Technical and performance artistry
Stamina to participate in rigorous, professional level classes, rehearsals, performances before the public, and evening responsibilities.
Ability to interact, and live, responsibly as a professional in a diverse artist community
Scholarship Application, if applicable. Scholarship Applications must be submitted with Program Application.
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