Choreographer Amy Gardner used to consistently run into the same problem: When jobs popped up in different cities, whether for Nick Jonas or Neiman Marcus, finding dancers wasn’t easy, and casting was slowing down her momentum. “Sometimes we’re looking in Slovenia or Mexico City, and even in L.A. or New York not all dancers are […]

This year I expected to be cast in a solo role in Nutcracker after adding private lessons and Pilates to my schedule. Yet I only landed a demi-solo part. How should I deal with this setback? —Wannabe Sugar Plum, Bethpage, NY Celebrate it! After all, you are moving in the right direction. There are only […]

I always dreamed of being a lead dancer. But since reaching my goal, I feel stuck performing the same bravura roles year after year. I want to do more expressive parts, too. How can I expand my range? —Typecast, San Francisco, CA Casting often favors a dancer’s strengths. In your case, it sounds like you’re […]

When it comes to auditioning, you have to think like a casting director. What is your type? How can you embrace it so that you can get cast in the roles that fit you best? Getting hired is about more than just talent. Directors are looking at everything: from your height, to your energy, to […]