Registration is now open for auditions for the Summer Intensive (ages 12-23) and ChoreoLaB (ages 18+).
Ballet Hispánico, the largest Latinx/Latine/Hispanic cultural organization in the United States and one of America's Cultural Treasures, announces four in-person opportunities to audition for the School of Dance Summer 2023 Pre-Professional Programs. Registration is now open for auditions for the Summer Intensive (ages 12-23) and ChoreoLaB (ages 18+).
"At Ballet Hispánico, we've dedicated more than 50 years of service to making dance education accessible to our communities," said Michelle Manzanales, Director, School of Dance, Ballet Hispánico. "Our mission to provide world class dance training and art making for dancers of all ages is deeply intertwined with our passion for lifting up our students and artists. We take pride in the fact that our mission and art is rooted in cultural representation, authenticity, and expression. More than simply dance education, we work to support the development of overall life skills: the ability to access joy, own and express one's individual voice, tackle decision-making, thrive in teamwork, and truly understand hard work and its rewards."
The Ballet Hispánico School of Dance is the direct link to the organization's values of access, opportunity, and pride for all students interested in dance and Latinx culture. The School offers merit and need based scholarships. For more information and to register, visit ballethispanico.org/school/ or email school@ballethispanico.org.
ChoreoLaB (18+)
2-Week Immersive Emerging Artist Workshop | June 20 - June 30, 2023 - Not Including Sunday
ChoreoLaB is a unique, holisitic program which shapes hirable, competitive modern and contemporary dancers who are ready to advance their careers.
Designed for the emerging artist, ChoreoLaB immerses students in a professional dance experience. Program highlights include:
Three-Week Pre-Professional Program | July 17-August 4, 2023 | Audition Required
As America's leading Latino dance organization, Ballet Hispánico's unique pre-professional Summer Intensive challenges students to develop their versatility by strengthening their classical technique, Spanish Dance, and contemporary dance styles. With an emphasis on holistic dance training, this summer intensive will develop students' professional skills through specialized forums and a rigorous schedule of diverse class offerings led by a world class roster of teachers and musicians all in a nurturing and supportive environment. Classes include Ballet, Pointe, Classical Variations, Modern, Contemporary, Ballet Hispánico Repertory, Stretch & Conditioning.
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Auditions for Ballet Hispánico's 2023 Summer Programs will be offered in-person. If you are unable to attend any of the audition dates and would still like to be considered for the 2023 Summer Intensive and/or ChoreoLaB programs, please contact school@ballethispanico.org.
2023 In-Person Auditions (11am-1pm for ages 12-16, 3-5pm for ages 17+)
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Saturday, April 22, 2023
For more information, visit ballethispanico.org/school/summer-programs/auditions.
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