Dress and Appearance . . .

Clothing -
Remember you will have to perform a dance combination taught on site by the faculty, so wear something you can easily move in, something that flatters your body, something that is comfortable and something that fits. All clothing should be neat and clean. (first impressions) No sandals, no clogs, no flip-flops, no crocs, no boots. Ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or bare foot are better than any of the above.

Men – Black tights, black ballet shoes, white form fitted t-shirt, jazz shoes and dance belt

Women – Pink convertible tights, black leotard, ballet shoes, chiffon ballet skirt is appropriate but not necessary (no pointe shoes), jazz shoes

Hair: clean and in a natural style, no shocking colors or extremes. (a classical bun is always best, and if you are selected you will have to put your hair in a bun everyday) If you have long hair pull it back and secure it away from your face and off your neck. Your eyes should not be covered with your hair.

Make-up -
Men: Never
Women: Very natural - light base, neutral lips, light eye make-up and simple blush. No heavy make-up or false eyelashes, no theatrical make-up.

Jewelry: Less is more in this category – simple earrings that do not dangle.

Tattoos/Piercings: try to cover them if possible

Bags, purses, folders: Leave just inside the audition door and remember to take them with you as you exit.

No Props, No Costumes: This is an audition not a performance.

AFTER THE AUDITTION . . .

It is better not to discuss other auditioners, the pianist, the panel or what went on in the room. Wait and discuss it with your parents on the way home. REMEMBER – We are looking for potential, not the polished performer. Also, because of the rigorous curriculum you may have to curb some of your extra curricular activities in order to maximize your training with us.