Who Should Audition
FOR Washington University Dance THEATRE:
All students enrolled in dance classes at Washington University, regardless of level, are encouraged to audition; non-majors and non-minors of the dance program are also strongly encouraged to audition.
Note: Students may be cast by more than one choreographer and are permitted to perform in several works as your schedule permits.
FOR Washington University Dance COLLECTIVE:
All members of the Wash U community are welcome to audition. Non-majors and non-minors of the dance program are also strongly encouraged to audition.
Student Dancers can audition for BOTH WUDT & WUDC!
When Are Auditions
Washington University Dance Theatre auditions will take place on Tuesday, September 3 from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m
WUDance Collective auditions will take place Thursday, September 5 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
For ALL auditions, we recommend you show up at least 15 minutes early to pick up your number, make sure we have your audition form and warm up.
Where Are Auditions
Dance auditions will be held in the Annelise Mertz Dance Studio, in the Mallinkrodt Center room 207. Click here to download a Danforth Campus Map.
How to Sign Up
To sign up, simply complete an audition form by clicking on the tab above and entering your information. You will be assigned an audition number in the order that you arrive the day of.
While we strongly encourage you to fill out the audition form no less than 24 hours before auditions, walk-ups are accepted.
What to Expect at WUDT Auditions
Dancers are selected through an open-call audition by resident faculty and guest choreographers on the audition night.
Dancers will have the opportunity to audition for many choreographers. Each choreographer will audition individually, one at a time, and will provide guidance and advice about what to do and what they are looking for in their casting choices.
Dancers are encouraged to participate during the whole audition, but you may choose to sit down if you prefer not to audition for a particular dance.
The audition will last approximately 2-3 hours.
WUDT Residency and Rehearsal Schedules
Choreographers and rehearsal dates and times TBD.
What to Expect at WUDC Auditions
Dancers are selected through an open call audition by Artistic Director, Cecil Slaughter, and Co-Artistic Director, Ryadah Heiskell, on the audition night.
Dancers will learn and audition multiple combinations in different styles and are expected to participate in the full audition.
The audition will last approximately 2 hours.
What to Wear
Dancers are requested to dress in clothing appropriate for movement in a wide range of styles, including ballet, jazz and modern. Shoes are optional for most auditions; Ballet and Jazz shoes may be beneficial for certain dances, but are not required. Knee pads are welcomed if the dancer prefers and may provide additional comfort for some styles of movement.
What to Bring
In addition to your dance clothing, we recommend you bring an additional warmth layer in case you feel cold before or in between dances. A water bottle with cap is also recommended to keep hydrated. Light packable food, such as powerbars may also be appropriate if needed to maintain blood sugar level during a long period of physical exertion.