What can new-to-the-industry dancers expect at auditions—and how can they cope with their unique pressures? Two experts share their advice.

It happened! I finally had my first in-person audition appointment attained through the support of my agent, Lucille DiCampli, of LDC Artist Representation. I’d heard stories of what this part of the dance journey could be like, but nearly 10 years of health setbacks kept me from experiencing it myself. Yet there I stood in […]

Instead of relying on cattle call auditions, dancers starting a professional career are increasingly using online platforms like job board sites and social media to find work in performing, as well as choreographing, teaching and arts management.

During the early days of the pandemic, the audition process was turned on its head. Traditional, in-person open calls were too much of a risk, so, instead, directors relied heavily on video submissions. Even as in-person auditions make a comeback, they don’t quite look the same as they once did.

Here’s how I landed an agent—from headshots to auditions to signing.

While I’m a dancer first, singing is still crucial to my goals. Now I have a reel I am happy with, as well as a voice coach on my team who knows what I need to do.

These days, headshots and dance shots are a performer’s gateway into any audition. They’re the first thing casting directors and artistic directors see of you—a first impression, if you will—making quality images a necessity. But for me, photographs documenting my dancing and my likeness go beyond being crucial audition materials. After nine years off of […]

I’m ready to start auditioning, and hoping that someone will take a chance on me. This month I’m sharing a bit about my process for finding auditions, submitting self-tapes and taking advantage of networking opportunities without an agent.