In-Person - Montclair State University Department of Theatre and Dance 1 Normal Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043
Date: March 5, 2025
Pre-Registration Date: Feb. 25, 2025
Arrival Time:
11 a.m. The in-person audition days will last from 11:45 am – approximately 6:00 pm. The audition will consist of: Information session and opportunity to meet with current dance majors Contemporary Class Group Improvisation Solo Performance The audition solo is to be 1 minute in length and must be in the modern/contemporary genre. It does not have to be the exact one you sent in for the pre-screen process. Wear the shoes, or socks in which it was choreographed. Identify the choreographer, or if it is self-choreographed. NOTE: Please do not include any “no hand” gymnastic-style movements such as aerials, and backflips. Group InterviewsAudition Description
March 5, 2025 (Deadline for Pre-Screen February 25, 2025) After the dance faculty reviews the pre-screen video submission and other materials, applicants will be notified if they are being invited, or not, to attend the full audition. Applicants invited to a full audition will stay at Montclair State for the entire audition session, moving through each section of the audition process. About 3-5 days before the audition date, applicants will receive an email from Christina Paolucci with any updates and detailed information about the audition, including the link to send one’s solo music. Our faculty will be looking for the following criteria: Generous collaboration with other people Fluidity of movement within personal space and through space Clear body articulation Use of momentum to power movement Curiosity and tenacity Rhythmic acuity Spatial awareness Clear point of view and opinions in writing and/or the interview Expression in dance practice — this may be through dynamics, line, face, etc. Authenticity in personal expression Please note that ballet remains an important part of our dance training curriculum, even though it is not part of the audition process.Updated: Sept. 4, 2024
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