Dance Summer Intensive - NMU Theatre and Dance

Video 1 - Student Introduction (Maximum 60 Seconds)

• A brief close-up shot in which you state your full name, current city, state, and country. 
• A brief description of your training and background in dance including:
  • current teacher(s)
  • the genres of dance you are currently studying or have studied
  • number of years of dance training in each genre
• A brief statement about why you are passionate about dance and why you want to attend the intensive. 

 Video 2 - Solo, Preferred Movement Technique (Maximum 2 Minutes)

• A solo of you in your preferred movement technique. These videos should showcase the skills that best represent you as a dancer, highlighting your strengths.
  • Please treat this as a professional audition, your video quality doesn’t have to be perfect but we are looking for you to present as a professional dancer.

Video 3 - Performance Sample (Maximum 2 Minutes)

• Any competition or recital work. 
  • Dance work you’ve done in the last 18 months for a competition of recital.
  • If the video is of an ensemble or group work, please indicate who/where you are in the video. 

Tips for your Audition Video

• Please dress so we can see your movement and body clearly. Baggy clothing can obscure the movement and lines of the body.
• Ensure you have enough distance between you and the camera so that we can see your whole body.
• Provide clear, views and make sure everything is audible within the aforementioned videos

Additional Materials

Letter of Recommendation

• Provide a letter from an instructor, teacher, coach, director, or mentor. 

Resume

• Things to include on your resume: 
  • Include your contact information, dance training and education, performance experience, special skills, notable awards, relevant certifications, and a summary highlighting your most relevant achievements. 

Headshot

• If you do not have a headshot please upload a recent professional photo of yourself.