OPEN CALL – SATURDAY, SEPT. 16^th

CONSERVATORY JAZZ & TAP AUDITIONS

Audition forms DUE: Thursday, Sept. 14th

Please note there is a $15 audition fee

Late submissions will be subject to a $10.00 administrative late fee

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Submission deadline has passed: Please call the studio @ 703.339.0444 for information on how to proceed with a late registration.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AUDITION TIMES

1:30-3:30pm                Dance Audition for Jazz/Tap 2-5

3:00-5:00pm                Dance Audition for Jazz/Tap 6-7, Teen Classes

4:30-6:30pm                Dance Audition for Jazz/Tap 8-10

**you may audition for just jazz or just tap, but please come to the full session**

CONSERVATORY JAZZ & TAP DESCRIPTION

Our Conservatory Program is designed for the serious dance student who possesses a desire to make dance training a priority.  The goal is to give students a rotating weekly focus in order to dive deeper into their studies, take the time to understand the mechanics, and give them the opportunity to step outside of their performance comfort zones.  Monthly or weekly studies will include: composition, flexibility, jumps and turns, musicality, style, and more.  Our highly professional faculty hopes to see students excel in the future with acceptance into the finest colleges, universities, and conservatories available whether they choose dance as a life goal or not.  The self-reliance, commitment, and determination necessary for the individual to reach their fullest potential are necessary to flourish in the Conservatory Program.

Every child is an individual and will be treated as such.  Every child develops at his or her own pace.  We place students in groups based on many criteria including but not limited to: technique, adaptability, responsibility, maturity, commitment, and attitude.  We will keep a watchful eye on the students throughout the year to measure their progress.  Placement is always made with consideration for the student’s best interest.

 MAKE-UP AUDITIONS

There will be no formally scheduled make-up audition, however, if you are interested in auditioning for the Conservatory Jazz & Tap 2017-2018 program and are unable to attend the scheduled auditions, please fill out an audition application and notate your special circumstances in the space provided. Your application must be turned in by the deadline to be considered for a make-up audition.

AUDITION ATTIRE

Girls (Levels 2-7), please wear a black leotard and tan tights.  Boys (Levels 2-7), please wear black pants and a white fitted shirt.  Girls & Boys (Levels 8-10), please wear professional dance attire of his or her choice. Students who are not dressed appropriately and who do not have appropriate footwear will not be eligible to audition. Your hair should be in a neat, secure ponytail or bun.  No jewelry may be worn to the audition.

EXPECTATIONS FOR CONSERVATORY JAZZ AND TAP STUDENTS

• Conservatory students are required to meet all pre-requisite or co-requisite requirements for all of their dance classes.
• We expect attendance at all classes and showcases.  Three class days per year may be missed.  Please send an email to the front desk informing the appropriate teacher of ANY upcoming absences.
• In the event of an injury or NON-contagious illness, conservatory students are expected to attend class and observe.  Extended absences will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
• Conservatory students are expected to follow all dress code guidelines set forth in the MSA student handbook. No baggy clothing or midriffs please.
• Conservatory students are expected to wear hair pulled back, away from the face, and off of the shoulders.
• MSA schedules one master class weekend in the fall.  This year, master class weekend will be held on Saturday, Sept 23^rd and Sunday, Sept. 24^th. All Conservatory students are required to attend a minimum of 2 additional required master classes per weekend.  The cost of master classes will not exceed $50.00/class.  These classes will be open to both MSA students and the general public.
• Conservatory classes begin on Saturday, Sept. 30^th.
• Conservatory students will participate in a spring showcase.  Details TBD.

We are excited about the progress our Conservatory students are going to make this year!  If you have any questions please contact the front desk at 703-339-0444.