The Open Call Audition is an open audition for Boston-area companies/choreographers to have the opportunity to see a broad number of dancers, and for dancers to try out for and become acquainted with Boston-area choreographers and companies. Auditions are held in five different genres –ballet, modern, improvisation, jazz, and hip hop—and each is led by a teacher who will provide movement phrases. Each phrase is meant to show choreographers the dancers’ abilities to learn movement as well as their musicality, expressiveness, and how they move through space. Dancers are then given the opportunity to perform the phrases in small groups, they are never asked to perform as individuals. There are no cuts during the Audition and no dancer will be selected right there at the audition. Instead, choreographers will contact dancers they are interested in seeing again sometime following the audition. At that time the choreographer may ask the dancer/s to attend their own auditions or come take a class.
Choreographers must be BDA members to attend. Dancers can be members or non-members, although you must be 18 or older to participate in the Open Call Audition.

No, each section of the Audition will be led by a teacher who will provide a long movement phrase to follow. Dancers are then given the opportunity to perform the phrase in small groups, they are never asked to perform as individuals.

Yes, you may audition for as many as you would like. BDA will provide snacks but if you plan on auditioning for more than 2 genres you might want to bring some food with you.

Whatever makes you feel most confident as a dancer! Be sure to wear something that you feel comfortable in and that allows the choreographers to see your body. The Audition is held in a room with a wood floor, so dancers are encouraged not to use any footwear that is too slippery.

No, it is not a requirement for you to bring a headshot or resume to the Audition -- Boston Dance Alliance does not need any of these materials from attending dancers. BUT some choreographers may ask us for this information after the audition and it is good to have one ready if you are contacted.

No, the ballet companies and choreographers who attend the Audition will not need for you to dance en pointe.

Yes, space will be available in another studio for dancers to warm up. All dancers should plan to arrive early and warm up auditions as the audition teachers will not be leading a full warm up.

Yes, Boston Dance Alliance will provide oranges, bars, and water.

No, there are no cuts during the Open Call Audition. Choreographers who are interested in following up with you will contact you in the weeks following the Audition.