Video Requirements:
Please submit either a video file or YouTube link to your completed video audition submission. In your video, please include the following:
Introduction: Let’s get to know you! Look at the camera and state the following information to begin your audition video:
Name
Where you are from
Your goals as a dance major
Why you would like to attend The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Performing and Visual Arts to major in dance
Dance Performance: This section may include combinations from dance classes, a performed dance piece, improvised movement, etc. Movement can be in any dance style, a variety of dance styles, and be self or instructor choreographed (or a combination of both).
Length: Please note that the video should not exceed ten minutes in length. Please include at least 5 minutes of you dancing.
Attire: Applicants should wear well-fitted dance attire where the body is fully visible.
Deadline: Priority consideration before March 1. Scholarship consideration before May 1. All videos must be received no later than the month prior to enrollment.
Format: Your audition video may be submitted via video form by either uploading an MP4 file or a YouTube link.
Recording details: Your video should be taped in a studio or theatre if possible, or at least a large enough space to showcase your technique and artistry. Please ensure your video content is well-lit and in-focus for consideration.
Thank you for following the instructions above. This will assist us in evaluating everyone on similar work and make the video audition close to what students are asked to do during the in‐person auditions. We can’t wait to review your submission!
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