Virginia Commonwealth University - video audition for — Dance and Choreography - Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Recorded Video
Rolling Audition - No Due Date Provided
Video Requirements:
All material should be filmed in one continuous shot only pausing to change shoes and take a breath. Traditional, Contemporary and Rhythm section (choose either the regular or up tempo versions) audition. You may follow along with the video if preferred. One-minute improvisation open for interpretation prompted by the audio sound file embedded in the video. You can view movement examples provided by 2 students in the video. All material should be filmed in one continuous shot only pausing to change shoes and take a breath. Please use the provided sound from the video while completing the improvisation and movement phrases. Please make sure the volume is loud enough for the camera to pick up the music. The video should not exceed the sound on the video.Audition Description
If you are auditioning virtually, please use the the application portal to submit your audition video. Below you will find the link to access the videos as well as a description to what each file is. • Audition video All aspects of the audition material can be danced safely in a 10 x 10 foot space. Auditionees are strongly encouraged to access a studio environment to learn material and record audition footage. We understand that this may not be an option for all. We ask that all auditionees locate themselves in an open space with as few obstacles and distractions (i.e. furniture and pets) as possible. Please choose two modalities in which you wish to be evaluated for your virtual audition. Although there are four movement modalities that you can choose from, you only need to submit two movement sections to best represent you in your audition. Please only upload the sections which you feel comfortable and confident in representing you and your talents. Please use this link to access the audition video and music files. Auditionees will learn choose two of the brief movement experiences to represent themselves in the audition process: Traditional Contemporary Rhythm (choose either the slow or fast version) Improvisation • Video file The video file is meant to resemble the entire length and sequence of events for the video submission. This video is designed for you to follow along if needed. • Creation of video audition All material should be filmed in one continuous shot only pausing to change shoes and take a breath. Traditional, Contemporary and Rhythm section (choose either the regular or up tempo versions) audition. You may follow along with the video if preferred. One-minute improvisation open for interpretation prompted by the audio sound file embedded in the video. You can view movement examples provided by 2 students in the video. All material should be filmed in one continuous shot only pausing to change shoes and take a breath. Please use the provided sound from the video while completing the improvisation and movement phrases. Please make sure the volume is loud enough for the camera to pick up the music. The video should not exceed the sound on the video. A virtual interview will be scheduled at a later date after your virtual audition has been submitted. If you have any questions regarding the audition process please contact Meagan Doan, Admissions & Administrative Coordinator for the Performing Arts, at [email protected]. Admissions criteria • Talent and potential as an artist in the field of dance. • Prior training and the ability to demonstrate knowledge of modern dance and/or classical ballet techniques. • Ability to demonstrate musicality and dynamic range. • A healthy, physically conditioned body that is injury-free. • Openness to new ideas and the ability to engage in creative problem-solving.Updated: Nov. 25, 2024
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