AFA Dance Auditions 2022
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
    
• 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.
    
• 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.)
    

Part 2: Dance Photo

• 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
  

Click here to view the Dance Audition Rubric