Audition 

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In-person Audition: 

Saturday, January 25th, 2025 

5:00pm to 8:00pm 

Definition Dance Academy

2525 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

 

Pre-register here. Pre-registration is not required to attend.

Virtual audition option available for 3rd Coast. 

 

Dancers of all colors, genders, and ages are encouraged to audition.

 

1. WH&D Company Dancer, contract includes: free Company Classes, Fall touring, Rehearsal pay ($15+/hour), Performance pay, and Teaching opportunities. Contract is September, 2025 to June, 2026. Qualified candidates will: *possess a strong technical background in modern/contemporary and ballet *have performing experience *be available for rehearsals on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00am to 1:30pm and occasional Fridays from 10am to 1pm  

 

2. 3rd Coast Contemporary Dance Program is a partnership between WH&D and CMC that offers affordable training and professional performance opportunities to dancers ages 17 to 26. Classes and rehearsals are M,W, F from 10:00am to 1:30pm. Program begins in September.  More details about the program: 

https://www.winifredhaun.org/third-coast-contemporary-dance-program

 

3. CMC Scholarship Award includes the opportunity to train in ballet, modern, contemporary, and more with Chicago’s best dance instructors. Award includes 10 classes per week, coaching, and more. Classes available Monday thru Friday, 10:00am to 1:15pm. CMC Scholarship recipients can start as early as July 31 or in September. ​​