Archive: Auditions, Jobs, and Open Calls

Collide Theatrical is looking to cast a male-identifying dancer for a 20-25 week contract starting August 15, 2022.

Competitive pay!

Please submit a two-minute video highlighting theatrical jazz technique and two-minute video of ballet adagio. Strong acting skills needed.

For more information please view www.collidetheatrical.org and/or contact us at casting@collidetheatrical.org.

Collide Theatrical believes in a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, access, and artistic excellence. Collide strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender and non-binary candidates and other individuals from identities historically underrepresented in dance. Collide does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in employment.

Twin Cities Ballet has an open company position for a male/male-identifying dancer. Soloist and Principal level, competitive salaried position, 34-week season. Strong classical ballet, partnering, and contemporary skills required. You must be eligible to work in the United States. 

We also have limited openings for unpaid apprenticeships and student trainee positions for both male and female dancers. 

Please submit the following audition materials by email to info@TwinCitiesBallet.org and auditions@TwinCitiesBallet.org. We will contact you after we have reviewed your audition materials to schedule an in-person or virtual audition:

• Your resumé.
• Two photos: 1) First arabesque and 2) a headshot showing at least 3/4 face. Either attach small format photos or provide a link.
• Video link showing classwork or performance clips, clearly demonstrating your classical ballet technique.

About TCB
Twin Cities Ballet is an independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit professional dance company that creates original full-length and shorter story ballets, a rare and nearly lost art, as well as more abstract contemporary ballet-based works. An emerging gem in the Twin Cities, TCB has carefully built a financially solid and growing organization that is making its mark both regionally and nationally through its creative and innovative artistic endeavors. Our mission is to connect and enrich communities by making ballet approachable, relatable, and fun, through professional and original productions and educational outreach.

TCB prohibits discrimination against any employee, applicant for employment, or patron because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Alternative Motion Project is holding open auditions on Friday, June 10 from 10:00am-1:00pm!
Register for the audition by June 9 to be considered.
Rehearsals will begin as early as July.

Bring with you:

• Your schedule/availability
• Knee pads (recommended)
• Masks will be required regardless of vaccination status.

AMP is looking for dynamic and expressive movers for projects as part of our upcoming 2022-23 season. We are seeking passionate, authentic, and curious movers who want to work collaboratively, immerse and challenge themselves with a wide range of material, and continue their artistic development through working with a variety of artists. If this is you, come “Move BIG” with AMP!

Ideal candidates to join our community of artists should have a strong sense of your individual/unique movement point of view and possess an inquisitive and investigative nature rooted in community-building. All genders, races, and ethnicities are welcome and encouraged to audition. Movers selected as Company Members will be independent contractors. Stipends will be contracted based on the amount of time and involvement within each project and performance. Benefits also include free weekly movement practice, when offered.

Alternative Motion Project serves as a catalyst to empower and connect individuals and communities through the art of contemporary dance. AMP presents accessible, compelling, and collaborative dance experiences through performance + education programs.

Registration by June 9 required to audition. Send any questions to alternativemotionproject@gmail.com. To interact with and learn more about the AMP community, we encourage you to attend (either in part or fully) AMPLIFIED 2022 – AMP’s Summer Workshop.

Video Submissions
Video submissions will be accepted if you cannot attend. Video clips should include both performance and improvisational movement. Please submit a Vimeo link no longer than 5 minutes by 11:59pm on Thursday, June 9 through the Registration Form. Submissions received after this deadline may not be considered. Those who submit video auditions, please regularly check your email for a schedule availability survey.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Ballet Co.Laboratory is currently seeking an Interim School Manager for The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory.

This leadership position will work in conjunction with Ballet Co.Laboratory’s Artistic and Managing Directors to lead the artistic and administrative duties for the School. The Interim School Manager will curate curriculum, manage school staffing/scheduling, build enrollment, oversee student involvement in productions, and serve as the lead communicator for all school activities. This position also works alongside the Performance Ensemble Director and Outreach Manager to create community engagement performances. 

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Zoé Henrot, Artistic Director, at zhenrot@balletcolaboratory.org. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 10. 

The position description and further details can be found at: balletcolaboratory.org/interim-school-manager-position

The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory is currently accepting Teaching Artist applications for the 2022/23 school year. 

Classes are instructed using Ballet Co.Laboratory’s curriculum/syllabus. Join us to mentor, empower, and inspire the future of dance. 

Applications are due by June 15, 2022. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to School Manager Anna Roehr at aroehr@balletcolaboratory.org.

We’re hiring! The Cowles Education team seeks exceptional dance educators for the summer of 2022 and 2022/23 school year. The Cowles’ premier dance workshops and residencies are taught in-person and virtually across North America. Cowles Center Teaching Artists are professional dancers, choreographers, and experienced educators who use innovative approaches to bring dance into classrooms and community spaces through our Arts in Education programs.

Compensation range: $100 per session plus additional stipends for planning, meetings, paid professional development, and more.

To apply, please complete this application form.

Contact Tameka Davidson for questions: tdavidson@thecowlescenter.org.

Ballet Co.Laboratory is currently seeking an Interim School Manager for The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory.

This leadership position will work in conjunction with Ballet Co.Laboratory’s Artistic and Managing Directors to lead the artistic and administrative duties for the School. The Interim School Manager will curate curriculum, manage school staffing/scheduling, build enrollment, oversee student involvement in productions, and serve as the lead communicator for all school activities. This position also works alongside the Performance Ensemble Director and Outreach Manager to create community engagement performances. 

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Zoé Henrot, Artistic Director, at zhenrot@balletcolaboratory.org. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 10. 

The position description and further details can be found at: balletcolaboratory.org/interim-school-manager-position

Collide Theatrical is holding general auditions for their 2022/2023 performance season, starting in August 2022 and running through May 2023.

Collide is a professional dance company with a mission to tell narrative stories through movement. Seeking classically trained jazz dancers with strong ballet technique. Acting skills a must. Additional backgrounds in tap, hip hop, and acro a plus. All roles are paid, $15-$20/hour DOE and $75-$100 per performance.

Audition: Thursday, May 26 at 10:00am

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Please bring resume and headshot. Come warmed up ready to learn a dance combination. Be prepared to stay until 1:30pm if called back. Looking for dancers with a variety of dance backgrounds! All Collide employees must be vaccinated and boosted for Covid-19. Collide is able to hire AEA performers on dance contracts. For questions, email casting@collidetheatrical.org.

Attending auditions: Regina Peluso, Artistic Director and Choreographer/Directors Heather Brockman, Renee Guittar and Patrick Jeffrey

Collide Theatrical believes in a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, access, and artistic excellence. Collide strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender and non-binary candidates and other individuals from identities historically underrepresented in dance. Collide does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in employment.

Virtual auditions accepted, but in-person preferred.

Virtual Audition Submissions
Please email the following to casting@collidetheatrical.org:

• Headshot and resume
• 3 minutes of ballet center work including adagio, pirouettes, and grand allegro
• 3-5 minutes of jazz highlighting technique and acting abilities