Dance
Step 1: Research Dance Programs & Schools
Dance Non-Audition Programs
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy (02M308)
Dance Audition Programs
Benjamin N. Cardozo High School (26Q415)
Brooklyn High School of the Arts (15K656)
Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts (03M485) [SPECIALIZED HS]
Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School (30Q501)
Professional Performing Arts High School (PPAS) (02M408)
Talent Unlimited High School (02M519)
Wadleigh Secondary School for the Performing & Visual Arts (03M415)
Step 2: Prepare the Dance Audition
Prepare and submit two (2) recorded audition videos described below. For supports with creating your videos, you can view these tips
Video 1
Learn and record yourself performing one of the pre-recorded solos of Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or West African dance from the video library below. This dance video will be used to assess the following dance components: replication of dance steps, following direction, musicality, coordination, flexibility, expression. Record so that your full body and movement is shown. You can access the pre-recorded dances and music to the dances
Video 2
Prepare and record a video of yourself that shares your passion for dance by performing a one-minute solo in any style or combination of styles of dance with which you feel most comfortable. This dance video is to assess the following dance components: creativity, musicality, coordination, flexibility, and expression. Record so that your full body and movement is shown. You may consider including the following:
different levels (low, medium, and high)
different speeds of movement (slow and fast)
a jump
a pause
a turn
a balance
Call Backs
About the Four Year Curriculum - We are a comprehensive dance program based in ballet and modern. Students study technique, dance history, choreography, and career management.
In partnership with the Ailey School, students follow a course of study with a foundation in ballet and classes in Horton technique, modern (Graham-based) jazz, and West African dance.
About the Curriculum - Students take daily ballet and modern dance classes, improvisation, dance composition, pointe, and repertory. Students study dance history, anatomy, injury prevention, body conditioning and yoga, and workshops with professional companies. Students perform on the main stage all four years. Students complete internships with cultural organizations.