Auditions and Scholarships
Auditions
Audition details are available by moving the mouse over an audition below.
Dance Talent Award Auditions
For students who want scholarships. Held the first Saturday in February for incoming Freshmen. (See below for more information.)
For students who want scholarships. Held the first Saturday in February for incoming Freshmen. (See below for more information.)
Level Placement Auditions
For students in ballet and contemporary students who want to know in which class to register. These can be conducted in conjunction with DTA auditions, Company auditions, or by individual arrangements.
For students in ballet and contemporary students who want to know in which class to register. These can be conducted in conjunction with DTA auditions, Company auditions, or by individual arrangements.
Company Auditions
For students who desire to perform in a given company. (See specific companies below for more information.)
For students who desire to perform in a given company. (See specific companies below for more information.)
Dance Major Auditions
For students who want to major in dance. These are usually end of October. (See link below for more information.)
For students who want to major in dance. These are usually end of October. (See link below for more information.)
Dance Major Applications and Information
BYU Dance Major Audition Information
Application for Acceptance as a Dance Major
Application for Acceptance as a Dance Education Major
Dance Company Auditions
2009–2010 Academic Year
Audition details including date, time, location and dance requirements are available by moving the mouse over any of the group names below.
Ballet Showcase Company
Ballroom Dance Company
dancEnsemble
International Folk Dance Ensemble
Kinnect
Spring Performing Arts Company
The Dancers' Company
Theatre Ballet
Ballet Showcase Company Auditions
Aug 24, 2009 4-7 p.m. 283 RB
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.
Aug 24, 2009 4-7 p.m. 283 RB
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.
Ballroom Dance Company Auditions
First Thursday of Fall & Winter Semester (September & January), 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. 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.
First Thursday of Fall & Winter Semester (September & January), 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. 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.
danceEnsemble Auditions
Sept 1, 2009 3-7 p.m.
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.
Sept 1, 2009 3-7 p.m.
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.
International Folk Dance Ensemble Auditions
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.
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.
Kinnect Auditions
TBA
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.
TBA
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.
Spring Performing Arts Company Auditions
TBA
By invitation through Fall team class instructors.
TBA
By invitation through Fall team class instructors.
The Dancers' Company Auditions
Audtions: April 7, 2010, 5:00-8:00 pm
Callbacks: April 8, 2010, 6:00-8:00 pm
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.
Audtions: April 7, 2010, 5:00-8:00 pm
Callbacks: April 8, 2010, 6:00-8:00 pm
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 Auditions
Aug 24, 2009 4-7 p.m. 283 RB
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.
Aug 24, 2009 4-7 p.m. 283 RB
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.
Dance Talent Award Auditions For School Year 2010–2011
(For entering Freshmen and Transfer Students Only)
Auditions will be held on the BYU campus Saturday, February 6, 2010
| Audition Times: | |
|---|---|
| Ballet | 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. 283 RB |
| Ballroom | (by video only. Videos are due Fri, Jan 29, 2010) |
| Folk | (by video only. Videos are due Fri, Jan 29, 2010) |
| Contemporary | 10 a.m. – 12 noon 185 RB |
Application Instructions & Forms
(Applications are due Friday, Jan 29, 2010)
Award Criteria Outline
Frequently Asked Questions
Procedure and Requirements for Application
Teacher Recommendation Form (PDF)
