Archive: Auditions, Jobs, and Open Calls

Ray Terrill Dance Group is currently mobilizing for presenting the upcoming 22nd Annual Dances at the Lake Festival – occurring at the Lake Harriet Rose Garden in Minneapolis. The two free, open to the public concerts will be presented on July 19 and 20, 2024, 7:00pm.

Professional individual artists, adult and youth companies are encouraged to submit a proposal for consideration. All forms of dance welcome. Work must be inclusive and family friendly. These outdoor performances are performed on grass. Dances should be seven minutes or less. Each performing group receives a $350 honorarium.

Submit your proposal via email to raymond.d.terrill@msn.com by Sunday, March 17.

Please include:

• Link to dance company website or individual artist bio
• Description of planned dance, including length
• Number of artists involved
• Link to sample video of work – preferably of the dance to be performed

Twin Cities Ballet is seeking Soloist and Principal level dancers for our 2024/25 season. This is a competitive salaried position with a 35-week season. Strong classical ballet, partnering, and contemporary skills required. You must be eligible to work in the United States.

We also have opportunities for unpaid adult apprenticeship and student trainee positions for both male and female dancers.

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

• Your resumé.
• Two photos: First arabesque and 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.

Minnesota Ballet Theatre is hiring Male and Female dancers with strong classical technique for Company Trainee and Apprentice positions for the 2024/2025 Season.

The season runs from September 2024 to May 2025.

Classes and rehearsals usually occur Monday through Thursday from 9:30am-2:00pm (schedule subject to change), with additional classes and rehearsals on Saturdays and Sundays before performances.

To be considered for Company positions, please submit your resume/CV and video link to: minnesotaballettheatre@gmail.com. Videos should include a classical variation (en pointe for women). Latest performance video is preferred if possible.

Calling all dancers and/or scientists! Come join Black Label Movement with UMN Biomedical Engineer David Odde and his cancer research lab in a Bodystorming session.

Bodystorming is a rapid modeling technique using bodies, space, and choreographic strategies.
Participating dance artists receive $27.50/hour and parking reimbursement.

If you’re interested in taking part in one or multiple sessions, email blacklabelmovement@gmail.com with the subject “Bodystorming.”

Upcoming Sessions
February 21, 12:00-2:00pm
March 18, 1:00-3:00pm
April 17, 1:00-3:00pm

Sessions will take place at the University of Minnesota Wellness Center.

Ray Terrill Dance Group is currently mobilizing for presenting the upcoming 22nd Annual Dances at the Lake Festival – occurring at the Lake Harriet Rose Garden in Minneapolis. The two free, open to the public concerts will be presented on July 19 and 20, 2024, 7:00pm.

Professional individual artists, adult and youth companies are encouraged to submit a proposal for consideration. All forms of dance welcome. Work must be inclusive and family friendly. These outdoor performances are performed on grass. Dances should be seven minutes or less. Each performing group receives a $350 honorarium.

Submit your proposal via email to raymond.d.terrill@msn.com by Sunday, March 17.

Please include:

• Link to dance company website or individual artist bio
• Description of planned dance, including length
• Number of artists involved
• Link to sample video of work – preferably of the dance to be performed

North Ballet Academy seeks instructors for the 2024/2025 season, beginning September 3, 2024.
Available Positions: Ballet, Young Dancer Division Ballet for ages 3-8

Qualifications
2+ years of dance instructor experience
Strong references and recommendations
Strong knowledge of terminology and technique
Collaborative, energetic, dedicated, outgoing, and positive

Responsibilities
Instructing 2-5 days per week
Choreography/cleaning of The Nutcracker, Spring Production, and Summer Production

Benefits
Free class for each class taught
Children of instructors dance on full scholarship
Private lesson opportunities

Resume and references can be emailed to jennifer@northballet.com. Audition videos are welcome but not required.

North Ballet Academy seeks instructors for the Summer Session, running June 24-August 9.
Available Positions:  Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary Instructors

Qualifications
2+ years of dance instructor experience
Strong references and recommendations
Strong knowledge of terminology and technique
Collaborative, energetic, dedicated, outgoing, and positive

Responsibilities
Instructing 2-5 days per week
Choreography/cleaning for the Summer Production

Benefits
Free class for each class taught
Children of instructors dance on full scholarship
Private lesson opportunities

Resume and references can be emailed to information@northballet.com. Audition videos are welcome but not required.

North Ballet Academy seeks guest instructors for the Summer Intensive, running July 29-August 9.

Available positions include but are not limited to Ballet, Variations, Men’s Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Modern, Musical Theater, Character Dance, Adult Ballet, Miming/Acting, Pilates, and PBT.

Qualifications
2+ years of dance instructor experience
Strong references and recommendations
Strong knowledge of terminology and technique
Collaborative, energetic, dedicated, outgoing, and positive

Resume and references can be emailed to jennifer@northballet.com. Audition videos are welcome but not required.

Calling all dancers and/or scientists! Come join Black Label Movement with UMN Biomedical Engineer David Odde and his cancer research lab in a Bodystorming session.

Bodystorming is a rapid modeling technique using bodies, space, and choreographic strategies.
Participating dance artists receive $27.50/hour and parking reimbursement.

If you’re interested in taking part in one or multiple sessions, email blacklabelmovement@gmail.com with the subject “Bodystorming.”

Upcoming Sessions
February 21, 12:00-2:00pm
March 18, 1:00-3:00pm
April 17, 1:00-3:00pm

Sessions will take place at the University of Minnesota Wellness Center.