by Avichai Scher | Apr 16, 2020 | Audition Advice, Career, Dance Magazine, News
Emily and Ally Helman hoped this would be the year they’d find a company contract. The sisters, who have held various second company and apprentice positions, mapped out their audition schedules and sent out videos and resumés. By March, they had mixed...
by Natalia Boesch | Jan 2, 2020 | Summer Study, Training, Trending
Updated on January 4, 2023. Ariel McCarty’s training was predominantly classical until, at 15, she auditioned for Boston Ballet’s summer intensive. The audition class was in more of a Balanchine style, and the teacher corrected her right away. “She...
by Dance Magazine | Feb 25, 2019 | News
Dear Editor, There has been much discussion lately about the practice of professional arts organizations charging fees for performers to audition. Sara Bibik’s letter to Dance Magazine brought that conversation to the forefront of the dance community and gave...
by Amy Brandt | Nov 7, 2018 | Ask Amy, Career, Wellness
I was applying to audition for this ballet company, and the form asked if I had a history of mental issues ( i.e., eating disorders, anxiety, depression) and to give a detailed description of them and steps taken for treatment. Is this something that companies...
by Jess Spinner | Aug 13, 2018 | Audition Advice, Health & Body
Even though it’s still summer, audition season will be here before you know it. The goal is to look, dance and feel your best when auditions roll around. You’re likely focused on improving as a dancer technically and artistically, but aesthetics are...
by Madeline Schrock | Jan 3, 2018 | Ask Amy, Summer Study
I’m worried about my upcoming summer program auditions. I haven’t been able to jump lately because of an injury. How can I approach the auditions so they don’t think I’m lazy? —Shannon Auditions are stressful enough, and even more so when...
by Amy Brandt | Mar 9, 2017 | Audition Advice, Training
I’m often cut from the final round of auditions. Is there a polite way to follow up with directors and ask them for feedback? —Megan When it comes to seeking feedback from directors, I think it depends on the situation and the method of communication. If...
by Nicole Loeffler-Gladstone | Mar 9, 2017 | Company Life
Are you hoping to get a contract this year? These top-tier companies are hiring! Company: Miami City Ballet MCB is holding open auditions in New York City for the 2017-18 season. Artistic Director Lourdes Lopez is seeking classically trained male and female dancers...