Dance Audition Requirements

In-Person Auditions

Applicants to the Dance Division will participate in two technique classes: one ballet and one modern. Following the classes, each student will be asked to present a solo of 90 seconds in length. The solo may be a repertory piece or original choreography. It is preferable, although not required, that solo pieces be ballet or modern. Applicants must provide the accompaniment for solos. CD’s and ipods are acceptable. An interview with the dance faculty is also required.

Applicants should wear the following attire for their audition:

• Women: Solid-colored unitard or leotard with pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pointe shoes, if applicable. Hair must be neatly and securely tied back.
• Men: Solid-colored unitard or white T-shirt, black or gray tights, ballet slippers.
• Modern work will be presented barefoot.

Recorded Auditions

Live auditions are strongly encouraged and preferred by the faculty.  But, if there are extenuating circumstances, we will accept recorded auditions and they will be considered carefully by the audition panel. The requirements for recorded auditions are below:

• Ballet: Barre and center work including adagio, turns, petit and grand allegro. If applicable, please include pointe work (echappés, relèvé passés, pirouettes en dehors and en dedans).
• Modern: Floor work, combinations, and progressions across the floor including jumps and falls.
• Solos: The solo should not be longer than 90 seconds and may be a repertory piece or original choreography. It is preferable, although not required, that solo pieces be ballet or modern.
• The recording should include a brief oral statement by the applicant stating the following:
• 1. Name
• 2. Where he/she is from
• 3. Goals in dance
• 4. Why he/she would like to come to The Boston Conservatory

Incomplete recorded auditions will not be considered for admission.

Our preferred method for submitting your recordings is through our ArtsApp portal, at www.artsapp.com/bostonconservatory.  You will need to register at www.artsapp.com/boco, and submit your recorded audition by February 1.  The submission fee is $10.  

For more information about submitted recorded auditions, please click here.