Archive: Auditions, Jobs, and Open Calls

Student Dancers Auditions for Narnia: The Ballet

Narnia: The Ballet  Student Dancer main casting auditions are Sunday, February 15 at Ballet Royale Minnesota.

12:00–1:30pm: Dancers ages 12+ with more than 1 year of pointe experience. Check-in from 11:30am-12:00pm.
1:45–2:30 pm: Dancers ages 7-19 with no pointe experience or less than 1 year of pointe. Check-in from 1:15-1:45pm

We encourage everyone to attend the main casting audition if possible. However, because the main audition date is a holiday weekend, we have also scheduled an alternate audition for those on Saturday, February 21 for dancers who have a previously scheduled commitment. The alternate audition date is only for dancers ages 7+ with no pointe experience.

2:45–3:30pm: Dancers ages 7-19 with no pointe experience or less than 1 year of pointe (alternate audition date)

Dancers ages 12+ with 1 or more years of pointe experience, please reach out to Emily Winn at development@twincitiesballet.org for information on how to submit a video audition or schedule a private audition.

To fill out the online registration form, click here. To pay the audition fee, click here. 

Important Dates
Thursday, February 12 at 7:30pm: Mandatory Zoom parent meeting for parents/guardians of all participating dancers where we will discuss the commitment, schedule, volunteering, and other important information about the production. If you are unable to attend the Zoom meeting live, please email Emily Winn at development@twincitiesballet.org.
Sunday, February 15: Student Dancer Auditions for Narnia: The Ballet (see above)
Saturday, February 21: Alternate Audition date (see above)
Sunday, March 1 (tentative): Rehearsals begin
May 9–10: Performances

Seeking Line Dance Instructor for Ongoing Wednesdays

We are seeking an experienced, energetic line dance instructor to lead one to two 45-minute group lessons on an ongoing basis on Wednesday evenings, followed by open dancing for guests.

Details
Wednesdays between 4:30–9:00pm (exact class time to be scheduled within this window)
Location: Local entertainment restaurant in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Format: 45-minute instructional session followed by open dancing
Compensation: $150 stipend for each 45-minute instruction session
Open to the public, no cover charge.

Qualifications:

  • Experience teaching line dance to groups
  • Ability to create an inclusive, fun, and welcoming environment
  • Comfort working in a public, social setting

To apply, please send a brief bio or résumé outlining your experience and interest to arenadances@gmail.com.

Shining the Light

Hello, I am Christine Schaeffel. I represent 3C Connection, a nonprofit organization based in Mankato, Minnesota.

We are celebrating Black History Month by hosting an evening gala titled Shining the Light. The event will be held on Friday, February 27 from 7:00-10:00pm at the Mankato Event Center.

We are looking for performers to dance at the event. Ideally, we would like two performances. Please submit any inquiries to (507)-978-4831 or 3cconnection.org@gmail.com.

Best wishes,
Christine Schaeffel