AFA Dance Auditions 2022
Submitted Prior to the In-person Audition
Part 1: Solo Video
In-person Audition
Part 3: Dance Class
Part 4: Interview
Required Dress for In-person Audition
The student should bring the following items with them to the dance part of the audition:
Submitted Prior to the In-person Audition
Part 1: Solo Video
- Upload a choreographed and rehearsed solo adhering to the following guidelines:
- One to three minutes in length
- Any dance style that you are passionate about
- Choose a style that will best demonstrate your ability and talent
- May be newly created or previously performed
- May be self-created or choreographed by someone else
- No costume required but dress in dance clothes so that we can see your body
- One to three minutes in length
- Video specifications:
- Make sure that you have good lighting and sound.
- Keep your entire body in the shot. Don’t use close-ups where only some of the body is shown.
- Film in a location where you have enough space. It is OK to film outdoors.
- You may upload previously recorded videos from performances. HOWEVER, your video should be a solo and NOT you performing with other dancers.
- Make sure that you have good lighting and sound.
- Be prepared to perform your solo again at the in-person audition.
- Bring your solo music to the in-person audition. (It is easiest if it is downloaded on your phone.)
- Bring your solo music to the in-person audition. (It is easiest if it is downloaded on your phone.)
- May be a headshot or dance pose
- Does not need to be professionally taken but should be a clear image with a plain background and good lighting
In-person Audition
Part 3: Dance Class
- Students will participate in a group audition class that consists of basic ballet combinations as well as movement phrases in modern and jazz.
- Phrases will include adagio and allegro movement as well as floorwork and combinations across the floor.
- Students may also be asked to demonstrate specific advanced dance skills including leaps and turns.
Part 4: Interview
- To become better acquainted with the student, a brief interview will be conducted after the group class.
- Students should be prepared to discuss why they wish to join the Academy, any dance experience, and how they can contribute to the AFA Dance program.
Required Dress for In-person Audition
- Leotard in any style (Gentlemen may wear a tank top or close-fitting t-shirt.)
- Convertible tights-to be worn over feet for ballet or rolled up to ankle for modern (Gentlemen may wear shorts.)
- Ballet slippers or pointe shoes ballet portion
- Bare feet, jazz shoes or dance paws for jazz/contemporary portion
- Hair should be nice, neat and away from the face and neck
- Jewelry, gum, or warm-up clothing is not permitted during the audition
The student should bring the following items with them to the dance part of the audition:
- Proper attire
- A recording of solo music on iPod or phone
- A bottle of water