Dance Audition Requirements
In-person Auditions
Recorded 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.
While recorded auditions are given full consideration, the Dance Division always prefers an in-person audition. The faculty of each division recognizes that in many instances, traveling to Boston from great distances can be costly. If it is necessary to audition by recording, please follow the guidelines 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.