All Participants
Registration/Check-In: 8:30AM – 9:30AM
Audition Begins: 9:45AMWhere:
Toyota Sports Center
555 N. Nash St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
June 25, 2017 – Round 2
Call-Backs Only
Registration/Check-In: 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Audition Begins 11:15AM
Where:
Los Angeles Convention Center
1201 S Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
For more information, click here.
The Washington Wizards are looking for energetic and talented dancers for the 2017-2018 Wizard Girls squad! Wizard Girls Auditions presented by D’USSÉ will be held on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at Verizon Center. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and auditions start promptly at noon. Check out the audition details below and click here to pre-register and secure your spot today!
General Information
2017 Wizard Girls Auditions presented by D’USSÉ
Sunday, July 16, 2017
Registration 11a.m. Audition 12p.m.
Verizon Center
601 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20004
Fee: $20
Details
Open auditions are closed to the public. Preliminary auditions will consist of 3 rounds of choreography that will include hip-hop, jazz, pom, and freestyle. Finalists will be chosen and announced at the conclusion of the day. Please bring food and drink to keep you energized and hydrated between rounds. Also bring items to freshen up in between rounds. Candidates will be judged on appearance, style, technique, personality, energy and projection, completion of choreography, personality and attitude. Audition dates and location are subject to change throughout the audition process.
Requirements
· Must be 18 years or older by July 16,2017 (valid I.D. required on the day of audition)
· Must be at least a part-time student or hold a part-time job.
· Completed waiver and professional/dance resume
· Must provide a non-returnable headshot and full body shot
· Must be available for 35 of 41 home games and be able to attend all evening rehearsals
· Must be able attend a certain number of appearances and Wizards related events
· If selected , a year contract and commitment are required
· Walk ups day of auditions are welcomed
Attire
· Two-piece dance audition outfit (must be fitted, must show midriff, no full length pants or capris)
· Dance Shoes or Sneakers with non-marking soles
· Nude hose or tights
· Performance ready hair and make-up
Training Camp
Mandatory Finalist Interviews
July 17 & July 18 (by Appointment only)
Verizon Center (4 th Floor)
601 F Street NW, Washington DC 20004
Finalist Training Camp Rehearsals
July 17-23 (4-5 mandatory evening rehearsals)
2017 Wizards Girls Audition Finals Showcase presented by D’USSÉ
Details coming soon.
2017/18 RAPTORS DANCE PAK AUDITIONS
The Toronto Raptors are looking for talented dancers to join the Pak. Do you have what it takes to rep the most electrifying dance team in Canada?
DATE: Sunday, July 9th, 2017
CHOREOGRAPHER: Amberley Waddell
EMAIL: awaddell@torontoraptors.com
LOCATION: Air Canada Centre, 40 Bay St, Toronto, ON. Enter through Gate 1.
REGISTRATION: 10:00am. Auditions begin at 11:00am
What We’re Looking For
- Female Dancers – 18 and older (must be 18 by the day of the audition). We strongly encourage ages 22-30 to come out and audition!
- Dancers must have the ability to show an extreme level of enthusiasm, confidence and poise.
- Dancers must be physically fit and have strong athletic skills and endurance.
- Dancers must be dedicated, professional, hard working and strong team players.
- Minimum 2 years dance/performance experience in Hip Hop or Jazz.
- 22 team members.
- There is no minimum or maximum height requirement.
- You must also provide a resume and a current non-returnable 5×7 or 8×10 headshot.
What To Expect
- Dancers will be taught a basic hip hop routine combined with jazz.
- All participants who advance will be asked to perform the routine in small groups.
- A number of cuts will be made throughout the audition.
- All participants who advance will be asked to perform 4-6 eight counts of their own choreography highlighting strengths and specialties.
- Music will be provided.
- The audition is closed, spectators will not be permitted.
What To Wear
- An attractive two-piece dance outfit (Half top and fitted shorts. Any style and colour)
- Mid-area, legs and arms must be exposed.
- No baggy clothing or street wear. No pants, leggings, capris or cover ups.
- Full performance make-up and hair styled. Hair must be down, no ponytails.
- Participants may wear any kind of sneaker/dance shoe, please make sure they have non-marking soles.
Commitment Information
- Mandatory team rehearsals – Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-10:00pm
- August through April (or until end of playoffs)
- Mandatory team meeting
- Pre-Season games – October
- 41+ Regular Season Home Games – November to April. Schedule is available in August
- Public appearances and events
Judging
Judges will focus on enthusiasm, energy, dance ability, personal appearance, personality, poise and showmanship.
Johnsie of the Tennessee Titans Cheerleaders.
NBA Dance Teams are beginning to announce their 2017 audition dates. If you are interested in auditioning for one of these dance teams, check our auditions page frequently as we will be updated this page regularly.
UPDATE: Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Sacramento Kings, Toronto Raptors, Washington Wizards.
NBA Dance Teams (2017)
Atlanta Hawks Cheerleaders: June 10. [Details]
Boston Celtics Dancers (Boston Audition): June 24 & July 7. [Details]
Boston Celtics Dancers (NYC Audition): June 28. [Details]
Boston Celtics Dancers (L. A. Audition): May 18. [Details]
Brooklynettes: June 10. [Details]
Charlotte Hornets Honey Bees: June 10. [Details]
Chicago Bulls Luvabulls: July 15 [Details]
Cleveland Cavaliers Cavalier Girls: August 8. [Details]
Dallas Mavericks Dancers: July 15. [Details]
Denver Nuggets Dancers: July 14. [Details]
Detroit Pistons Dancers: July 15. [Details]
Golden State Warrior Girls: [Details]
Houston Rockets Power Dancers: June 24. [Details]
Indiana Pacers Pacemates: July 17. [Details]
Los Angeles Clippers Spirit: July 17. [Details]
Los Angeles Lakers Laker Girls: July 9. [Details]
Memphis Grizzlies Grizz Girls: July 8.[Details]
Miami Heat Dancers: [Details]
Milwaukee Bucks Dancers: July 15. [Details]
Minnesota Timberwolves Dancers: July 8. [Details]
New Orleans Pelicans Dance Team: June 10. [Details]
New York Knicks City Dancers: June 17. [Details]
Oklahoma City Thunder Girls: June 24. [Details]
Orlando Magic Dancers: July 22. [Details]
Philadelphia 76ers Dancers: July 8. [Details]
Phoenix Suns Dancers: July 29. [Details]
Portland Trailblazers BlazerDancers: July 15. [Details]
Sacramento Kings Dance Team: July 17. [Details]
San Antonio Spurs Silver Dancers: July 8. [Details]
Toronto Raptors Dance Pak: July 9. [Details]
Utah Jazz Dancers: July 8. [Details]
Washington Wizards Wizard Girls: July 16. [Details]
The Bulls are looking for Chicago’s most talented and engaging dancers to represent the organization and this great city!
Open Audition: Saturday, July 15th
Doors open at 9am for registration and close promptly at 10am
Quest Multisport Complex – 2641 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60612 – Click here for directions
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age as of July 15, 2017 – please bring ID
- Must have training in jazz and hip hop dance, with an emphasis on synchronized dance team choreography – tumbling skills, cheer stunts and pom experience are a plus
- Must reside in the Chicago-land area and have a reliable means of transportation
- There are no minimum or maximum height or weight requirements
Candidates must be able to attend:
- 3-day training camp on July 17th – 19th and a 3-day finalist boot camp on July 24-26th in the evening
- Team photo shoot (August Date TBD)
- Evening rehearsals during the work week, starting the week of August 10th
- Bulls home games until the end of the NBA season (includes Playoffs)
Things to know:
- The Luvabulls are professional dancers, but the job is a part-time position
- The Luvabulls appear at corporate and charity events around Chicago and have also appeared internationally in Europe, Asia and South America
- Please wear form-fitting dance or athletic attire and gym shoes
- Hair and makeup should be glamorous and sophisticated
- Bring kneepads, water and snacks each day
- Auditions are closed to the public
Click here for more information.
2017-18 BlazerDancer Auditions
Audition Dates & Times:
- Pre-Audition Workshop (optional) – Friday, June 9, 2017
- Preliminary Rounds – Saturday, July 15, 2017 at Parkrose High School, Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., auditions to immediately follow registration.
- Finalist Interviews – July 18-20 at the Moda Center, time: TBD
- Final Round – weekend of July 21st, 2017, time: approx. noon
*There will be a mandatory practice for all Finalists prior to Finals. Date and time TBD. We’ll update this information as soon as it is confirmed.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age by October 1, 2017
- BlazerDancers must attend all practices, games, training camps and mandatory Portland Trail Blazers events. BlazerDancer duties include community service events, appearances and photo shoots.
- Must be able to attend practices every Thursday and Sunday evening (beginning in mid-August; times TBD). Additional practices may be added throughout the season.
- Must have reliable transportation to practices, games, appearances, etc. Must meet and maintain dancing skill requirements, personal appearance and fitness level throughout the season.
- Must abide by the other Terms and Conditions included with application materials.
What to Wear:
A two-piece dance outfit (flesh-colored tights are permitted). Mid-section and legs must be exposed. No baggy clothing other than during the hip hop round. You may wear loose fitting pants or sweats for the hip hop routine during prelims. You may also wear any kind of dance shoe, sneakers or perform barefoot. Please make sure shoes have non-marking soles.
Game-night ready hair and make-up are expected. Hair must be down.
What to Bring:
- In the interest of time, we encourage participants to bring their completed and signed Application, waiver, and terms and conditions forms. Applicants under the age of 18 at the time of auditions must have a parent or guardian sign the forms.
- A current head shot photo as well as full body photo of yourself (at least 4×6; does not need to be professional but must be clear and contain only the audition participant). Photos are used for identification purposes and will not be returned.
- Snacks, water, make-up or hair products for touch ups. Please note that there is no extended lunch break.
For more information, click here.
The Detroit Pistons are looking for dancers with the “total package.” We are looking for dancers who are positive, talented, energetic and have great personalities.
Pre-register for our July auditions!
Date and time: July 15th and 16th at the Palace of Auburn Hills
Auditions are free
Must be 18 by October 1, 2017
Must be a US Resident.
Ways to prepare and train for auditions:
Tuesday and Thursday night classes at 7pm through June
Prep Classes beginning in June
For more information and to register visit pistonspac.com
Memphis Grizzlies announce Grizz Girls dance team auditions for 2017-18 season
The Memphis Grizzlies will hold first round 2017-18 season auditions for the Grizz Girls, presented by Horseshoe Casino Tunica, in the Mallory Gymnasium at Rhodes College (2000 N. Parkway) on Saturday, July 8. Registration begins at 9 a.m.
Three clinics will be offered to give all hopeful candidates the chance to learn the routine that will be used at the final audition, taught by Grizz Girls choreographer Tamara Moore. Clinics will also offer candidates advice on what to wear, make-up tips, how to make the final cut and opportunities to hear from professional dancers. The Grizz Girls will perform at FedExForum for all Memphis Grizzlies home games during the 2017-18 season and will represent the team at events locally, regionally and internationally.
Pre-audition clinics will be held Wednesday, June 21; Wednesday, June 28 and Thursday, July 6. All clinics start at 6:30 p.m. and are held at New Ballet Ensemble (2157 York Avenue). The cost is $25 per clinic, $40 for two or $60 for all three. Dancers must pre-register online at Grizzlies.com.
While participation in the pre-audition clinics and classes is strongly encouraged, they are not mandatory in order to audition. Once first round auditions are complete, the group of finalists will compete for a spot on the 2017-18 Grizz Girls team at the Final Auditions showcase on Saturday, July 15 at 6 p.m. at the Holloran Centre at The Orpheum (203 S. Main Street). The Final Auditions are free and open to the general public.
Currently, Moore also hosts GirlPlay Prep Classes to teach participants basic dance and performance techniques alongside current Grizz Girls. Classes are held weekly on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at SubRoy Studios (2345 Whitten Road). The cost is $10 per class. Dancers of all skill levels are invited to take part in the classes, pre-audition clinics and audition. To learn more about pre-audition clinics and classes visit Grizzlies.com.
Prospective dancers must be a high school graduate and at least 18 years of age to participate in the Grizz Girls audition. For more information on auditions call (901) 205-1411 or e-mail grizzgirls@grizzlies.com.
