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Twin Cities Ballet Open Company Positions

Twin Cities Ballet has an open position for a male company dancer at the Soloist and Principal level. Competitive salaried position, 34-week season. Strong classical ballet and contemporary technique required. 

Submit the following audition materials by email:

  • 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.
  • State whether you are currently eligible to work in the United States.

Please send information to info@TwinCitiesBallet.org. We will contact you after we have reviewed your audition materials to set up an audition.

Position Open for Ballroom Dance Instructor

TC Dance is located in Appleton, WI. The club has been open for 40 years and is well known about the community.

There is an opportunity for a dance instructor. Experience is preferred, however, there is no need for experience and we will train to the TC Dance method of teaching ballroom dance.

There would be a need to relocate.

Amplified: AMP Summer Workshop for Professionals

Get back into your bodies and the studio with AMPLIFIED: AMP’s Summer Workshop!

Move and sweat as you explore mobility, length, momentum, and 3-D expansion, while pushing your boundaries and physicality in a curious, uplifting, and enlivening environment. Led by AMP and special guest artists Taja Will and Darrius Strong. More info on these offerings coming soon! Suitable for professional/pre-professional dance artists.

August 9-12, 9:30am-12:30pm

Schedule Breakdown
9:30-11:00am: Contemporary Movement Practice led by AMP’s Joanna Lees
11:00am-12:30pm: Guest Artist Movement Practice

August 9 and 12: Taja Will (more info to come)
August 10 and 11: Darrius Strong (more info to come)

Registration and Rates
$100 – Full Workshop: 9:30am-12:30pm, Monday-Thursday
$50 – Half Workshop: 9:30-11:00am or 11:00am-12:30pm, Monday-Thursday
$15 – Drop-in rate for individual classes

Online and in person options available.

Questions? Email alternativemotionproject@gmail.com.

PC: Bill Cameron

Threads Dance Project Audition: Registration Deadline TODAY, Audition on July 16

Threads Dance Project is seeking a racially/ethnically diverse group of dancers ages 21 and older for the 2021-22 season. Men, women, and gender fluid dancers encouraged to apply. Threads is seeking versatile dancers that are quick learners and are fluent in a variety of dance forms. Dancer contracts begin August 9.

Friday, July 16, 2021
Registration begins at 9:00AM
Audition: 9:30AM-12:00PM

Alternative audition format is available upon request.

Dancers must pre-register by Wednesday, July 14, 2021, and upload a headshot and resume via the google form provided below. Space will be limited to adhere to CDC Covid Guidelines and masks will be required inside the Nexus and during the audition.

To pre-register, please follow this link, or visit www.threadsdance.org/job-opportunities/

Threads Dance Nexus offers free parking and free side street parking, is a five minute walk from the Franklin Light Rail Station, 2-5 minute walk from nearest bus stops (lines 2, 9, 22, 67).

Please direct questions regarding the audition to:
Karen Christ Aalgaard- kchrist@threadsdance.org, (641) 512-7376

Threads Dance Nexus: Rent Our Space

Our 1,480 square foot space has a professional grade speaker sound system, sprung floors, barres and mirrors, is ADA compliant, and has two gender neutral changing rooms. Its large windows and garage door allow for an abundance of natural light and fresh air.

A new ventilation system and thorough cleaning between each use are compliant with guidelines for Covid-19 preparedness plans. Face coverings are required at all times and our maximum studio capacity is ten people, to allow for adequate distancing.

Conveniently located in the Seward neighborhood, we offer free parking and free side street parking. We are a five-minute walk from the Franklin Light Rail Station, and a 2-5 minute walk from nearest bus stops (lines 2, 9, 22, 67).

A nonrefundable deposit equal to one hour at the renter’s base rate is due to secure space.

To request space, please email nexusrentals@threadsdance.org.

Katha Dance Theatre Summer Kathak Intensive

Katha Dance Theatre (KDT) has been teaching and performing Kathak, the North Indian classical dance form, for over three decades. Kathak is an elegant dance form characterized by rhythmic footwork, graceful hand gestures, pirouettes, lyrical movements, and storytelling. KDT is excited to be offering a two-week virtual Kathak intensive this August, to be co-taught by Kathak master Durga Arya-Krüger. Classes will be offered via Zoom on weekend mornings (taught by Ms. Arya-Krüger) and weekday evenings (taught by KDT instructors).

The intensive is open to anyone with two or more years of Kathak experience.
Classes run from August 14-26 for the following groups:

Group A: youth and adults with 2 or more years of Kathak experience

Group B: youth and adults with 4 or more years of Kathak experience

Group C: youth and adults with 5 or more years of Kathak experience. This includes intermediate students, interns and KDT Company dancers.

If you are new to KDT, please email us at info@kathadance.org and we will help you determine your class placement.

For the full schedule and enrollment details, visit our website: https://kathadance.org/school/classes/summer-intensive-2021/

Borealis Dance Theatre Auditions

Borealis Dance Theatre is seeking adult dancers and actors who move well to join the company for the upcoming 2021 season. BDT is a dance theatre company that creates large scale storytelling onstage through voice, movement, and collaborative process. Dancers who have advanced experience in any dance form are invited to audition. Actors will need to come prepared with a dramatic monologue in addition to the movement audition.

Registration is required prior to audition.
Audition is Sunday, August 1: 10:00am-12:00pm.

For more information, registration, and details please visit www.borealisance.org

TU Dance Center: Renting TU Dance Center

Image of exterior of TU Dance Center

TU Dance Center is available for rental when not in use by the school.

TU Dance Center features:

Reception area and front desk for check-in or event use. Access to adjacent dressing room and green room with kitchenette are available upon request.

Both studios: sprung dance floor with Marley-type surface by Harlequin, wall of mirrors, portable ballet barre units 10′ in length, room-level sound system with CD and mini-jack inputs, 50′ LCD TV cart for presentation and videoconferencing. Large windows providing ample natural light.

Studio 1 only: a curtain that can be drawn on entire mirror, wall-mounted ballet barres of 27′ and 33′.

Studio 1: 60′x34′
Studio 2: 46’x21′

Studio Rentals at Collide Theatrical in St Paul

Need space to rehearse, choreograph, teach, or hold an event? Collide Theatrical has two studios available for rental in our beautiful St. Paul location.

Studio 1 has 1700 square feet of sprung floor, full wall-length mirrors, Rosco Adagio Marley dance floor, high ceilings, sky lights, and three chandeliers.

Studio 2 has 550 square feet of sprung wood floor.

Both studios have the following amenities:

  • Ballet barres for up to 18 students
  • Free and accessible parking and access to public transportation line
  • Gender-specific bathrooms (non-gender-specific bathroom available in the adjacent building)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth room speakers
  • Cubbies for holding shoes and clothes
  • 2 long folding tables
  • Access to up to 30 folding chairs
  • HVAC heated and cooled spaces with temperature control
  • Hallway drinking fountains. Access to kitchenette area available upon request.

Single Rental:
Studio 1 – $30/Hour
Studio 2 – $20/Hour

Long-Term or Multiple-Day Rental:
Studio 1 – $20/Hour
Studio 2 – $15/Hour

Weekly Rental Rate:
Payment for rental bookings must be made 48 hours prior to your booking to hold your reservation. A signed rental agreement and certificate of insurance must be provided prior to your reservation. Please contact us at 651-395-7903 to schedule a visit. COVID safety rules and cleaning are at the highest priority.

Collide Theatrical Dance Auditions

Collide Theatrical is seeking dancers with strong acting abilities for roles in our 2021/2022 season. Company dancers must be 18 years or older and vaccinated. Contract range anywhere from 9 months to 4 weeks. Looking for dancers with a variety of dance backgrounds!

Monday, August 2
11:00am
Callbacks immediately to follow.

RSVP: Please email admin@collidetheatrical.org to reserve your spot.

Please bring resume and headshot, come warmed up ready to learn a dance combination, and be prepared to stay until 1:30pm if called back. Looking for dancers with a variety of dance backgrounds!

Collide Staff attending auditions:
Allyson Richert – Director/Choreographer
Heather Brockman – Director/Choreographer
Regina Peluso – Artistic Director

Virtual Submission
Please email the following to admin@collidetheatrical.org:

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

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.