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Hartford Colonials Cheerleader Auditions: Round Two

Hartford Colonials Cheerleader Director Brittany Bonchuk at the April 30 auditions in Southington

Hartford Colonials Cheerleader Director Brittany Bonchuk at the April 30 auditions in Southington

The second round of auditions for the 2011 Hartford Colonials cheerleading squad is Saturday, May 7, at the Hartford State Armory on 360 Broad St. Registration starts at 8 a.m. with auditions to follow. The event is open to the public.

Individuals must be female and at least 18 years of age by May 21, and submit a non-returnable recent photograph and updated resume. Participants should wear workout attire and sneakers or dance shoes. Hair and makeup should be performance-ready. A $15 non-refundable registration fee is required or individuals can pre-register for $10 at www.hartfordcolonials.com.

Dancers and cheerleaders will learn a choreographed routine to be performed for a panel of judges and Colonials cheerleader director Brittany Bonchuk. Participants will be evaluated on physical appearance, dance performance and ability, and overall appeal. Anyone chosen will advance to the finals May 21, joining 19 women from the first round of auditions April 30 in Southington. The cheerleading team will consist of 32 members.

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