James Madison University (JMU) - audition for — Dance Major (BA)
In-Person - Forbes Center for the Performing Arts 147 Warsaw St Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Date: Dec. 6, 2025
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Unknown Each student will begin by participating in a 45-minute dance workshop where you can learn about our teaching style and methods in ballet barre, modern phrases, and a directed improvisation. Next, you and your families will have an opportunity to meet all of the dance faculty and some of our current students, hear about what our program offers, and ask us any questions. The audition day ends with a short, one-on-one interview. Be prepared to discuss your experience in dance with a faculty member. For us, your interview is just as important as your dancing. We are seeking applicants with a variety of skills and interests both in and outside of the arts.Audition Description
So, what is the goal of our audition process? Showing proficiency and potential in dance technique and improvisation is certainly important, but we are just as interested in getting to know you as a person. Each student will begin by participating in a 45-minute dance workshop where you can learn about our teaching style and methods in ballet barre, modern phrases, and a directed improvisation. Next, you and your families will have an opportunity to meet all of the dance faculty and some of our current students, hear about what our program offers, and ask us any questions. The audition day ends with a short, one-on-one interview. Be prepared to discuss your experience in dance with a faculty member. For us, your interview is just as important as your dancing. We are seeking applicants with a variety of skills and interests both in and outside of the arts.Updated: Aug. 25, 2025
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