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2010-11 NBA D-League Frisco Dancer Auditions

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2010-2011 Frisco NBA D-League Dancer Auditions FAQ

What style of dance will the group perform?

The style of dance will be a combination of jazz, hip hop, and pom routines. We pride ourselves on being a versatile dance team: therefore, we are looking for dancers that can perform all three styles of dance exceptionally well. The best way to prepare for auditions is to attend the pro team prep classes and/or take intermediate – advanced dance and technique classes in the style of jazz and hip hop.

What is required of the dancers during the season?
*March – June Dancers must attend mandatory once weekly rehearsals held on Sundays. July – End of season dancers must attend twice weekly rehearsals which are held every Sunday and Wednesday. The Director reserves the right to call extra mandatory rehearsals if necessary.
*Rehearsals will take place at Frisco Power House of Dance and occasionally at the Dr. Pepper Center.
*Dancers perform at every Frisco home game during the 2010-2011 season. The season begins November 2010 and continues through April 2011.
*There are approximately 24 home games this season.
*Dancers are compensated for their performance at each game at a rate of $25.00 per game. Dancers are not compensated for rehearsals

Are you required to Pre Register? You do not have to pre register. There is a $25.00 application fee.

What age do you have to be to audition?

*You must be at least 18 years of age by audition date in order to audition for the 2010-2011 team.
*There is no age limit.

What is the audition process?
Round 1: Auditions will begin with a technical combination across the floor. You will be expected to execute a variety of technical dance skills, which may include but not limited to leaps, kicks, toe touches and double pirouettes.
Round 2: Dancers making it past the first round of auditions will be taught a four to six 8-count combination. Dancers will perform the combination in small groups for the judges.
Round 3: Dancers selected to continue to the third round will learn additional four to six 8-counts to the combination. Dancers will perform the routine in small groups for the judges. The audition will conclude with a short interview with the judges.
The 2010-2011 squad will be announced at the conclusion of the audition.

How many dancers will be selected?
Ten to fifteen dancers will be selected for the team, depending on the caliber of the dancers at the audition. The group will be comprised of only the most talented dancers, and we will not sacrifice quality for quantity.

What will the judges be looking for?
During the dance audition and interview, judges will be looking for dancers that possess the following qualities:
*Advanced levels of dance technique
*Capable of executing a variety of dance styles
*Great personality
*Positive attitude
*Physically fit with a healthy appearance
*Maturity
*Strong work ethic
*Energetic
*Willingness to go the extra mile
*Understanding of the importance of teamwork
*Dedication

About the Author

James, East Coast Correspondent