Columbus Dance Theatre Announces Auditions for its 2016-17 Season

Columbus Dance Theatre, a contemporary ballet company, professional training school, and arts presenter located in Columbus, Ohio announces auditions for male and female Company and Apprentice positions for the 2016-2017 Season. CDT will enter its 19th season as it completes another critically acclaimed year, including winning the Greater Columbus Arts Council's Artistic Excellence Award for its production of Claudel.

Columbus Dance Theatre performs in its home theatre, The Fisher Theater, and in the Lincoln Theatre and other venues throughout central Ohio and the United States. CDT produces the work of its Artistic Director and resident choreographer Tim Veach as well as the works of other contemporary choreographers. CDT is represented by River City Arts Management.

The CDT season begins in September and continues through May. Contract offerings are based on experience and include paid Apprentice positions as well as paid Company positions. Dancers work 5 days each week with 3-4 hours of rehearsal daily in addition to Company ballet class. Apprentices perform in the Company repertoire. Paid Company contracts range from $250 - $400 per week.

AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD AT COLUMBUS DANCE THEATRE, 592 EAST MAIN STREET, COLUMBUS, OHIO ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015 AT 10:00 AM.*

*Arrangements can be made if individuals are unable to attend during this audition time. Strong consideration is given to dancers who attend the February audition.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Age: 16 years for Apprentice consideration and 18 years for Company consideration

Strong ballet technique required.

Women: pointe required.

Ability to move in a variety of contemporary styles is beneficial.

Provide a head shot and/or full body shot as well as a detailed resume.

Please call 614-849-0227 or contact Liz Hopkin at LizHopkincdt@gmail.com to reserve an audition slot.

Visit our webpage at www.columbusdancetheatre.com to see some of our projects and read about our dancers.