College dance auditions are…well, a different song and dance from musical or theatrical auditions. They often require you to attend an open class the day before (or even the day of) auditions. There you’ll learn, along with everyone else, a routine that usually consists of a performance piece combining improvisation, ballet, modern, and rhythmic dance. Your individual performance will be evaluated on coordination, technique, rhythm, degree of movement, and body structure, as well as on your ability to learn and your potential for completing the program.

Requirements
Dance school auditions and admission requirements vary, so check with the college of your choice for specifics. Some common things you may encounter — and should prepare for — include:

Paperwork
Dance resumes, letters of intent, and photographs (typically a head shot and/or a dance pose) are often required.

Dress codes
You will most likely be asked to wear traditional ballet attire (leotard, tights, and ballet shoes), so that those evaluating your performance can better observe your dance form. Rules regarding hairstyle may be in effect. Depending on the styles of dance for which you are auditioning, you may need to being other shoes, as well. (Tap shoes, for instance.)

A video
At certain schools, you can submit a video of some of your other performances, either as additional audition material or for submission in lieu of at...

Author: Alan Frost

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