AXIS CONNECT brings together high-caliber dance artists - choreographers, dancers, teachers and industry leaders - from around the World for a two week intensive of classes, workshops, creative process, rehearsals, panels, networking and performance opportunities in both Los Angeles and New York City.

Led by founders Cherice and Charissa Barton, the mission of AXIS CONNECT is to help enable emerging professional dancers to carve their own paths as fearless, connected artists. We bridge the gap between the institution and the professional dance industry by providing the experience, skills and exposure necessary for career success.

2017 AUDITIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

NEW YORK CITY: JANUARY 21st/22nd

LOS ANGELES: FEBRUARY 25th/26th

VIDEO SUBMISSIONS (see below guidelines)

The audition fee is $35 USD (in advance) and can be submitted online. (Fee is $40 at the door)

Please complete the pre-registration form online to secure your space at www.theaxisconnect.com 

 

Mail-In/Digital Auditions

If you are unable to attend the auditions in person, you can send in your audition materials. We will continue accepting applications through February 15th, 2017. You may submit your application either by mail (see address below) or email (admin@theaxisconnect.com.)

The deadline for Mail-in Auditions is FEBRUARY 15th, 2017.

Please include following:

1. Online application form which can be completed online at www.theaxisconnect.com  

2. 1 minute self-introduction video.

3. A web link to the following:  

a) Footage of one contemporary piece of choreography (shot in studio or performance; max 2 mins;  identify choreographers for work shown as applicable.)  

b) Footage of one contrasting piece of choreography or improvisation (shot in studio only; max 2 mins;  identify choreographers for work shown as applicable.)   

c) Footage of two center ballet exercises (include grand plies, extensions, pirouettes, and grand allegro; max 2 mins)

4. CV

5. Letter of recommendation

6. $35 USD (or $40 USD in International money order for candidates from outside of North America). 

For questions, email admin@theaxisconnect.com