DO'S And DON'TS For A Dance Audition

Grab your number and head right on in the the audition room! Auditions are just like job interviews, every move you make counts...literally! From the moment you walk through the door, judgement is set and all eyes are on you and you don't even know it. That's why with the help of this blog, I'll be listing out the do's and don'ts of a dance audition.

DO's

-DO arrive on time!

-DO wear dance clothes that fit you well. Bright colors are a plus and can set you apart from the rest.

-DO know the beginning of the choreography. If you have trouble with it, at least make the beginning of the choreography strong in order to grab the attention of the choreographer.

-DO put adhesive tape or safety pins in your dance bag. Why? If you’re given an audition number tag, it is GUARANTEED to fall off during full-out movement. In a time-sensitive situation such as this, you do not have time to search around for these items. Reattach the number tag yourself and the problem is solved.

-DO believe in your talent and your uniqueness - and show it.

DON'Ts

-DON'T be discourteous to anyone you come in contact with. Show that you are easy to work with and adaptable. -DON'T stop! If you make a mistake in the choreography, continue moving until you can find your way back to it. What I like to do is freestyle until I am able to pick back up with the other dancers.

-DON'T carry an attitude into the audition. Bring positive energy into the room. Negative energy can be felt - and people steer clear of it.

-DON'T be closed minded to the corrections the choreographers give to the other dancers. Just because it's not towards you, doesn't mean that you can take note and apply it to yourself. It shows you're attentive and lowers your chances of being cut.

-DON'T beat up on yourself if you are cut. Each audition is a learning experience. If you can't hold on to your belief in yourself and your talent, then show business will be very painful.