These days, auditioning two, three, four, or more times isn’t an anomaly—it’s often the norm. “In this industry you get told ‘no’ all the time, so auditioning is your job,” says Houston-based musical theater dancer Courtney Chilton. Depending on what corner of the dance scene you’re in, “You might spend more time auditioning than on contracts.”

Ever wondered how the Rockettes achieve those classic sky-high kick lines and intricate movements that culminate in a dazzling array of precision dance routines? We’re pulling back the velvety curtains so you can get a sneak peek of the world-famous troupe in rehearsal. This year, 14 new Rockettes were welcomed from nine states—New York, New […]

A Holiday Spectacular, the Radio City Rockettes’ Hallmark Channel movie debut, follows a late-1950s Philadelphia heiress who sneaks off to New York City so she can follow her dream of—what else?—performing with the iconic line.

Many of us are spending a lot more time in the kitchen these days. Radio City Rockette Natalie Reid loves to bake––and showed us how she makes chocolate chip cookies. Watch this video to learn her recipe!

Update: Spring auditions in New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago have been postponed due to coronavirus concerns. New dates to be announced. The road to becoming a Radio City Rockette just got smoother. While the Rockettes Summer Intensive has long been considered the best way for aspirants to get their foot in the door, […]

The Rockettes are officially looking for some fresh faces. For the first time in almost a decade, the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall is expanding its yearly open call in New York City to add audition locations in Chicago and Atlanta. The creative team wants to widen the pool and reach even more […]