DANCE
Specific Requirements
An Enriched Dance student must have dancing or movement experience, while demonstrating a sound degree of technical dance ability.
An Enriched Dance student must have a keen interest in learning different dance styles.
An Enriched Dance student must be comfortable performing in front of a live audience.
Audition Requirements
Part 1 - Book Your Audition
Register for an in-person audition being held on NOVEMBER 13, 2025 at St. Patrick CSS
Auditions are being held between 3:20 PM - 7:00 PM
Use the Google Form HERE (coming soon) to register for an audition time.
Audition registration due: NOVEMBER 6, 2025
Part 2 - Audition
Candidates will perform a one minute dance solo displaying a dance style of their choice. This solo should demonstrate the student's dancing ability and, should focus on their area of strength. This solo is to be prepared and practiced in advance.
Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement.
Students will come prepared with solo music on a personal device (such as a smartphone or laptop).
Part 3 - Interview
During the audition, students will also answer a series of questions that are tailored towards dance program interests as well as previous experience.
Day of Audition
When arriving for the audition, please enter the St. Patrick school building through the front doors (north side of the building, off Felstead Ave).
Please arrive in advance of your scheduled audition to sign in.
Student helpers will be on hand for registration and to direct you to a designated waiting area.
Review of Application Process:
Complete SOAR on-line application: SEPTEMBER 26 – OCTOBER 31, 2025
BOOK your in-person audition time by NOVEMBER 6, 2025
AUDITIONS will be held on NOVEMBER 13, 2025 at St. Patrick CSS.
OFFERS: Successful candidates will be notified by email NOVEMBER 27, 2025
ACCEPTANCE: Parents accept/decline offers by DECEMBER 2, 2025
CONTACT
Any questions regarding the Enriched Dance Program, please contact:
Mr. Carlos Mendes
Admissions and Guidance Counsellor
Email: carlos.mendes@tcdsb.org
Ms. Alessia Colavecchia
Dance Teacher
Email: alessia.colavecchia@tcdsb.org
Ms. Lynise Reedy
Department Head of Arts
Email: lynise.reedy@tcdsb.org