BYU Department of Dance

Ballroom Dance Company
First Thursday of Fall & Winter Semesters (September & January), 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm, 270/278 Richards Building

Students who audition for the Ballroom Dance Company must dance International or American-style waltz and cha-cha. If selected for the company, students must enroll in Dance 388R for team instruction. Other team commitments are also necessary.

International Folk Dance Ensemble
First Wednesday of Fall & Winter Semesters (September & January)

Women need to bring a partner. Students will dance a variety of international folk steps. If selected, enrollment in Dance 278R or 378R is required (based on audition placement). Other membership commitments are also required.

Spring Performing Arts Company
TBA

By invitation through Fall team class instructors.

The Dancers' Company
Auditions April 10 5-8 pm 185/187 RB and Callbacks on April 11 6-8pm 185/187 RB

Wear modest leotards and tights, bare feet. You will learn and perform 2-3 movement sections; there may be some improvisation. Other membership commitments are also required.

Theatre Ballet
Last Monday in August or TBA

All interested matriculated students of advanced training are invited to attend. A pre-professional standard is expected. The audition consists of an advanced ballet technique class followed by some on pointe technique for female auditionees and separate male technique for the men. Students do not need to be ballet majors to perform with the company. Other membership commitments are also required.

Ballet Showcase Company
Last Monday in August or TBA

Students who have achieved a 391 technique level are invited to attend. A pre-professional standard is expected. The audition consists of an advanced ballet technique class followed by some pointe technique for female auditionees and separate male technique for the men. Students do not need to be ballet majors to perform with the company. Other membership commitments are also required.

dancEnsemble
First Tuesday of Fall Semester, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, 185/187 Richards Building

dancEnsemble is composed of students who are performers and choreographers. The audition will determine the technical strengths and creative abilities of those who attend. Both performers and choreographers are welcome. Those admitted will register for Dance 368R. Other membership commitments are also required.

Cougarettes
TBA, Registration: 8:00 am - 9:00 am;
Audition: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, CLOSED AUDITION

Wear modest dance attire with sturdy shoes. Master class will be taught with emphasis on jazz technique, showmanship, and team potential. No advance preparation necessary. Other membership commitments are also required.
$10 audition fee. Bring resume with accomplishments, credits, teachers, etc., and a head shot which will not be returned. Visit byucougarettes.com for more information.

Kinnect
TBA, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, 185/187 Richards Building

Wear modest leotards and tights, bare feet to the audition. There may be callbacks. Those admitted will register for a teaching methods course and for Kinnect rehearsal credit. Other membership commitments are also required.