AUDITION FOR YDI
YDI is designed to supplement training with a dance school of choice for dancers in grades 9-12. Potential members must audition for placement into the program. Upon auditioning, those who demonstrate technical excellence will be invited to an interview with the director. Parents are required to attend the second half of the interview. In 2019, the company will meet on Sundays in Ann Arbor, MI where members will participate in contemporary classes, followed by rehearsals and/or seminars. An annual membership fee is required with a 5-month contract, in which the contract period focuses on building a unique contemporary dance concert to be presented in December.
Young Dancers Initiative Requirements
Weekly Open Class Attendance
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Day: Sundays (August - December)
Location: 3777 Plaza Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Supplemental Training
Minimum of two advanced ballet and one advanced jazz class per week at a school of choice.
Additional study in modern dance and improvisation are highly encouraged.
Additional Mandatory Dates
Summer One-Day Intensive with Jodie Randolph Dance
Choreography Intensive
December concert and ALL technical rehearsals
Dates & Times TBD
Volunteering
As a nonprofit organization, we emphasize the importance of volunteering and participating in outreach.
Dancers are given various opportunities to earn volunteer hours within the company and the community.
Audition Requirements
Dancers must have extensive training in ballet and modern techniques. Contemporary technique is highly encouraged.
Prior to the audition, email resume, headshot and 3 references (name, email, and phone number) to megan@youngdancersinitiative.org.
Audition fee: $15
Please email megan@youngdancersinitiative.org for more information and fees.
