AUDITION SCHEDULE
Audition Classes – all applicants must attend one audition class prior to auditioning:
Tuesday, April 10, 2018 (7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m)
or
Thursday, April 12, 2018 (7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m)
PRELIMINARY AUDITIONS – Approximately 3 hours
Saturday, April 14, 2018
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.
(All interested audition candidates must be checked in by 9:00 a.m. to participate in the audition process. Those selected to advance to the semifinal audition will be identified at the conclusion of the preliminary audition.)
SEMIFINAL AUDITIONS – Approximately 3 hours
Saturday, April 14, 2018
Check-in begins at 12:30 p.m.
FINALIST REHEARSAL
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FINALIST INTERVIEWS
Tuesday, April 17, 2018 or Thursday, April 19, 2018.
(Interviews will be scheduled on an individual basis. Specific scheduling information will be distributed to finalists on April 14, 2018.)
FINAL AUDITIONS
Saturday, April 21, 2018
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.
(Finals will conclude by approximately 4:00 p.m.)
ATTIRE
During the auditions and audition classes, proper attire is required:
Sleeveless crop top
Dance shorts
Skin tone tights
Jazz shoes or dance sneakers
REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION
A valid government-issued driver’s license or passport is required at check-in for auditions and audition classes.
HEADSHOT
A current headshot must be provided at check-in for the audition class.
REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
All registered applicants will receive a confirmation email on Friday, April 6, 2018.
LOCATION
Auditions and audition classes will be held at:
EverBank Field
US Assure Club West
One EverBank Field Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Parking is available in Lot M and Lot N
For more information, click here.
Audition Schedule, Preliminaries
Mandatory New Candidate Audition Dates:
April 15, 2018 all candidates required who were not on the 2017 roster
Time: 12:00 PM, doors open at 11:00 AM
*Bring state issued driver’s license to tryouts!
Veterans, & Rookie Candidates Mandatory Rehearsals, and 2nd Cuts:
April 16, 17, 19, May 1, 2
Time: 7:00 PM, doors open at 6:00 PM
These will be held during the business day! 9:00am-5:00pm, and subject to change.Mandatory Dress Rehearsal:
Date: May 3, Time: 3:00 PM
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Syndicate, Newport, KY
Date: May 6, Time: 3:00 PM
Location: The Syndicate, Newport, KY
*Candidates call time, 11:00 AM
Special prep classes are available to help the candidate improve dance/skill sets, and to enhance the audition experience. The classes are optional. However, additional training prior to tryouts is recommended through our classes, or private training on your own. You will work with our choreographers, coaches, and captains during our prep classes. You will be given tryout tips, and dance styles to expect for the 2018 season.
Cost: $25 per class/$120 for all classes, paid online at one time. Otherwise, $25 per class.
Workshop/Prep Dates:
Tuesday, March 6
Tuesday, March 13
Tuesday, March 20
Tuesday, March 27
Tuesday, April 3
Tuesday, April 10
Location: Paul Brown Stadium, Security Entrance off Mehring- Click here for directions
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM (All Classes)
Click Here To Register For Prep Classes
Click Here To Register For Auditions
Any questions or concerns please contact:
Charlotte Simons, 513-236-1643
Char1cheer@yahoo.com
Charlotte.Simons@Bengals.nfl.net
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Are you audition ready?
Here’s your chance to talk to the PRO Coaches and BE SEEN!
Presented by DANCE PRO, hosted by Donni Frazier
Special Guest Coaches from the NFL and NBA and XCEL Talent Agency
Jakene Ashford
Chato Hendrix
Marina Ortega
Aris Golemi
This clinic will give participants a view of what it takes to make a team as well as a glimpse into talent management.
Clinic will include:
- Choreography – Participants will learn two combos: NBA and NFL styled routines
- The possibility of lucky participants advancing directly into FINALS for desired team and advancement into the final round of talent auditions for XCEL Talent
- Q&A with Coaches
- Q&A with Aris Golemi of XCEL Talent
Registration information:
- Please bring headshot/photo
- Must be at least 18 years old
- No walk-ups, must RSVP
- Limited space available
The Atlanta Falcons are looking for enthusiastic ladies with a dance/cheer background, a positive attitude, a winning smile and dedication to be the best.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age by June 1, 2018
- Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D. by June 1, 2018
- Must have a part-time or full-time job or be a college student. (Yes, a mother is considered a full-time job!)
Sunday April 8, 2018 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium
7:45am-9:30am registration
Attire: A two-piece leotard (bra top and dance trunks), skin-tone/matte tights and tennis or dance shoes (color of your choice). No dance pants, please!
Bring: A recent non-returnable photo (snapshot accepted), a valid photo ID, a light lunch/drink, a non-refundable $35.00 (cash or money order) application fee, your application (see below) and a resume.
Parking and Directions: Please download from our website
There will be at least 2 cuts on Sunday for Preliminaries. Lunch will not be provided and no concessions will be open- bring any food or drinks you may need. Please plan on staying all day as finalists will be announced following the second cut! Should you become a finalist, there will be a mandatory 15-minute interview (during the day) and dance/fitness boot camp (in the evening) on Monday, April 9th. This will be arranged at the preliminary audition. Learn the final cut on Tuesday evening April 10th 6:30pm. Our first squad meeting will be held on Thursday, April 12th 6-10:00pm.
Wednesday, April 11th
Closed to Public
Audition Documents and Information
Click on the image for more information or to register.
Open Call
WHEN: Saturday, March 24, 2018
WHERE: Lincoln Financial Field Inside the Panasonic Club and Touchdown Club
FOR DIRECTIONS: Click Here
Due to another event at the sport complex, select road closures will be in effect.
Click Here to view directions to the open call audition. Please allow ample time for travel.
PARKING: There is no fee for parking. Park in the “J” lot on 11th street which is on the left after you pass the K Lot. (There will be a signage directing you to the correct parking lot)
TIME: Registraition begins at 10:00 am, judging starts at 12:30pm. All contestants should arrive by 10:30am.
REQUIREMENTS: You must be 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate. (2018 high school graduates are not eligible.)
REGISTRATION FEE: $15.00 in advance; $30.00 day-of
* PLEASE NOTE: THE OPEN CALL REGISTRATION FEE IS WAIVED FOR CONTESTANTS THAT ATTENDED THE OPTIONAL AUDITION PREP WORKSHOP.
