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. 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.
AUDITION DATES FOR THE 2020 SEASON
April 26, 2020 (1:30p - 4p)
June 7, 2020 (1:30p - 4p)
New Perks!
Learn JRD repertoire
One-on-one mentorship opportunities
Five performances including a performance with JRD & in Kalamazoo, MI
April 26, 2020 (1:30p - 4p)
June 7, 2020 (1:30p - 4p)
New Perks!
Learn JRD repertoire
One-on-one mentorship opportunities
Five performances including a performance with JRD & in Kalamazoo, MI
Audition Requirements
Dancers MUST fill out the registration form prior to the audition to be considered for the company.
Dancers must be in high school as of August 2020 and also have extensive training in ballet and modern techniques. Contemporary technique is highly encouraged.
The audition fee is $20.
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 modern class per week at a school of choice.
Additional study in jazz dance and improvisation are highly encouraged.
Additional Mandatory Dates
August 2, 2020: Summer One-Day Intensive with Jodie Randolph Dance
August 30 - September 3, 2020: Choreography Intensive
December 11 - 12, 2020: December concert and ALL technical rehearsals
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.
Dancers MUST fill out the registration form prior to the audition to be considered for the company.
Dancers must be in high school as of August 2020 and also have extensive training in ballet and modern techniques. Contemporary technique is highly encouraged.
The audition fee is $20.
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 modern class per week at a school of choice.
Additional study in jazz dance and improvisation are highly encouraged.
Additional Mandatory Dates
August 2, 2020: Summer One-Day Intensive with Jodie Randolph Dance
August 30 - September 3, 2020: Choreography Intensive
December 11 - 12, 2020: December concert and ALL technical rehearsals
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.
Questions can be directed to Megan@youngdancersinitiative.org
