Audition for the Student Company
After much success in previous seasons, Ballet Embody resumes their student company for the upcoming season. Students will be choreographed into existing and original work, rehearsed with the standards of a pre-professional ballet company, and will gain experience rehearsing and performing with professional ballet dancers in the Maryland, Pennsylvania, and DC areas. Currently, Ballet Embody plans several performances through the Fall, Winter, and Spring Seasons. Rehearsals are planned to occur on Saturday afternoons and occasional Sundays at Synergy Space. Additional rehearsals as performances draw near will be scheduled alongside the Professional Company and are communicated in advance to all dancers involved.
Eligibility:
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Ages 10 and older (unless special permission has been provided)
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Minimum three years of technical ballet training and strong ballet technique.
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Contemporary dance training is preferred and not required.
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Pointe work is not required.
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Dancers from all studios are welcome to audition.
Expectations of accepted Student Company Dancers:
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Complete and return a signed contract and share rehearsal availability prior to the start of the season.
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Performance fee: $565 + $170 Costume Fee. Scholarships are available.
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Adequately warm self up prior to rehearsal start times.
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Attend weekly rehearsals on Saturdays and occasional Sundays at Synergy Space in Westminster, MD with minimal absence. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled as performances draw near.
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Minimum weekly ballet technique class requirements determined with Artistic Director.
To be considered for the student company, register to attend an upcoming audition. If you're unable to attend a posted audition, please contact Ballet Embody to coordinate an an alternative option.
If you have any questions regarding our company and how we operate, let us know via email. We value getting to know dancers prior to and during our audition process.
Summer Intensive
July 8-12, 2024
Students will focus on both the technique and artistry that are required to become a professional level dancer. The intensive will include class offerings such as ballet, pointe, classical variations, yoga, dance conditioning, and more.
Students will spend time learning Ballet Embody's repertoire, giving serious ballet students and professionals the chance to develop their unique performance qualities.