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Dance Company Directory
[Please Note: Dance Company Auditions in countries other than the U.S. can be found on the International Auditions page.]
If your company is not yet listed in this directory, please send a brief description of your company, along with contact information to: ladance@pacbell.net.
Dance Companies on this page are listed alphabetically by state. If you are interested in a specific company, please submit to them accordingly, OR use their contact info to inquire as to when they will be holding auditions.
ALABAMA:

MONTGOMERY BALLET / MONTGOMERY, AL
Headshot, dance photo, resume and video. Audition includes pointe, ballet and partnering. No fee. Pre-applicaiton requested. Contact: Priscilla Commelin-Ball or Oskar Antunez at: 334-409-0522; 6009 E. Shirley Lane, Montgomery, AL
ALABAMA BALLET / BIRMINGHAM, AL
Audition includes ballet. $15 fee. Bring resume, head shot, dance photo. Style is ballet, modern. Starting pay is $275-$650. 20 performances, 30-35 weeks work, 2-5 weeks touring. Provides health insurance, shoes. Contact Heather Jackson: 205-322-4300, heatherjackson@alabamaballet.org Alabama Ballet, 2726 1st Ave. S., Birmingham, AL 35222
ALASKA:

ALASKA DANCE THEATRE / ANCHORAGE, AK
Audition includes ballet, pointe, prepared solo, arranged based on training/videos accepted. Bring resume, dance photo. No union required. Style is ballet, modern. Starting pay: $300/month. 30 performances, 7 weeks work. Provides shoes, scholarship in school classes. Contact: Alice Sullivan: 907-277-9591, adt@gci.net; www.alaskadancetheatre.com Alice Sullivan, 2602 Gambell St., Anchorage, AK 99567
DANCE ATTITUDE DANCE CO. / GILBERT, AZ
The company is about dancers who need to dance but have jobs and families as their primary commitment. Goal is to promote quality jazz dance in a professional performance environment. Dancers with extensive classical dance training, performance experience and passion. Based in Gilbert but perfoming in the surrounding cities as well. Strong current ballet, jazz, & contemporary dance experience. 18 years of age or older. Website: www.azdesertdance.com
ARIZONA:

TODD WILSON DANCE THEATRE / TUCSON, AZ
Fully funded and sponsored performance dance company - strong technical male or female dancers from the ages 18-30. Competitive pay. Shoes provided, dance clothes allowance. Teaching opp. in house dance school. Video submission should include: contact info, headshot, resume; Ballet Technique: at barre, Grand plie combination, Grand developpe combination; Center: Traveling pirouette combination, Grand Allegro; Contemporary Ballet/Jazz/ Hip Hop or other supporting style one minute solo. Email for more info: twilson@thewilsondancetheatre.com
BALLET ARIZONA / PHOENIX, AZ
Company offers classical and contemporary ballet performances. Corps of 30 dancers for each season. Ib Andersen, artistic dir. For more info, email info@balletaz.org or visit www.balletaz.org. Pay plus benefits including dance class, dental, shoe allowance, and worker’s compensation provided.
DESERT DANCE THEATRE / TEMPE, AZ
Dancers must be versatile in style and have performing experience mainly in modern dance. Background in other dance disciplines such as ballet, jazz, tap, improv and/or theater is a plus. Dancers must be responsible with reliable transportation. Dancer must have flexible schedule to rehearse and perform. Dancer must commit to all scheduled rehearsals and performances. Regularly scheduled rehearsals are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6pm-9pm, 9am-12pm and/or 12:30pm-3pm. Rehearsal schedule may vary as needed. For more information, contact us at: 480-962-4584 or LRChow@cox.net. Dance Studio Space at Mitchell School, Tempe, AZ
BALLET TUCSON / TUCSON, AZ
Art. dir. Mary Beth Cabana. Season runs up to 28 weeks starting mid-Sept. There is competitive salary and benefits. For more information contact Ballet Tucson at (520) 903-1445.
ARIZONA DANCE GROUP / PHOENIX, AZ
Arizona Dance Group is a professional contemporary ballet, jazz, and modern dance company. Non-Equity performers. Visit: www.azdance.org Artistic Director, Kenda Newbury (480) 215-1916. Phoenix, AZ
AZ DANCE GROUP / ANTHEM, AZ
AZDance Group-Movement E-Motion. Style: ballet, jazz, modern; Budget: $72k. Number of dancers: 11; Number of apprentices: 6; Number of performances per season: approx. 25. Contact: Kenda Newbury, 480.215.1916, azdancegroup@yahoo.com, www.azdance.org
EPIK DANCE CO. / PHOENIX, AZ
EPIK Dance Company is making moves locally and nationally. Fusion dance company specializing in all forms of street dance and technical dance styles. Age 18+. Must be available throughout the summer and through the year, have reliable transportation. Practice 2-3 times/week in Phoenix, AZ. Concert and commercial work. Apprenticeship available for ages 16+. epikdanceco@gmail.com, www.myspace.com/epikdancecompany, www.youtube.com/saza44
ARKANSAS:

BALLET ARKANSAS PRO DANCE CO. / LITTLE ROCK, AK
Dancers hired on a 40-week contract in Little Rock, AK. Men and women, ages 18+, strong advanced ballet technique (on pointe) and performing experience required. Experience with jazz, modern, tumbling, and hip-hop a plus. Pays $700/month. Visit: www.balletarkansas.com; Email: aysugano@gmail.com.
CALIFORNIA:

CONTAGIOUS FLOW DANCE CO. / SAN DIEGO, CA
Contagious Flow Dance Company is an adult hip-hop dance team. Latrina Lyons, owner. Performances run ongoing. Hip-Hop Dancers: male and female, 18-39, any ethnicity, background in either hip-hop, break dance, ballet, or jazz funk, choreography background a plus, must be able to "flow your skills contagiously." For more info, visit www.myspace.com/contagiousflow.
RHETORACLE DANCE CO. / LONG BEACH, CA
RhetOracle is a contemporary jazz company founded by Nate Hodges, featured dancer for BARE Dance Company, Funkanometry SF, KM Legacy. Classically trained dancers with jazz, modern, and hip hop. Pay for shows only. 18 or older. Contact info: rhetoracle.danceco@gmail.com www.myspace.com/rhetoracle.
COMPANY C CONTEMPORARY BALLET / WALNUT CREEK, CA
Company C Contemporary Ballet is a twelve-member ballet company located in Walnut Creek, CA. Company C’s typical season begins in Jan and ends at the end of July, with a two-month rehearsal period from Sept to Oct. Paid rehearsals & performances. Company C’s current repertoire includes works by Twyla Tharp, Lynne Taylor-Corbett, Paul Taylor, Antony Tudor, and artistic director, Charles Anderson. Dancers with strong professional ballet background, with the ability to perform repertoire more contemporary in nature. More info: www.companycballet.org.
BLACKBIRD DANCE CO. / NORTHRIDGE, CA
Blackbird Dance Company is looking for dancers proficient in a variety of styles for a range of venues: African, Ballet, HipHop, Jazz, Latin and Tap for music artists' shows, film, possible future touring and dance concert venues. For more info contact Alexandra Blackbird, Artistic Director: 818-727-7323. Open company class - Fusion Jazz: Every Friday, 10:30am- 12pm / all dancers, Blackbird Dance Studio, 8664 Lindley Ave (@ Parthenia), Northridge, CA 91325
LISS FAIN DANCE / SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Salaried positions. Must have advanced training and performance experience, including partnering, in ballet and/or modern technique. For more Information, please call (415) 380-9433 or email info@lissfaindance.org. Www.lissfaindance.org
L.A. IRISH DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Erin Murphy is the director of this Irish dance company. Performances ongoing at various venues in L.A. Dancers: males and females, 18-29, any ethnicity. For more info, visit www.lairishdancecompany.com. No pay. Email pix & résumés to: info@lairishdancecompany.co
ROUGE DANCE TROUPE / L.A., CA
Singing and dancing, performing routines to a variety of songs including Top 40, Broadway hits and more. Casinos, cruise ships, corporate events, etc. Female dancers between ages of 21-28, able to travel, strong background in ballet, jazz and hip hop. Dancers 5'3"-5'7", in great physical condition; shows several hours in length. Able to rehearse once or twice a week in the L.A. area. Becci Bentley is the choreographer. Pay will differ from event to event. Email for more info and a preliminary screening questionnaire: beccimay@yahoo.com
MARSHALL DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Male and female dancers 16-35 with good technique in any of the following styles: ballet, jazz, modern, flamenco, Dunham. We will teach wonderful choreography to dancers. Stage experience needed, good bodies. Rehearsals Wed, Fri and Sun evenings only. Pay for show and school outreach on the days if chosen. Choreographers are Neisha Folkes (former Alvin Ailey, www.neishafolkes.com), Terry Beehman, Anindo Marshall (Dunham style) and more. www.marshalldancecompany.com; Shows in Los Angeles and out of town. Auditions: Wed, Fri or Sun (ongoing) at 5:30. Take a class with us and see rehearsals afterwards. Beautiful studio in Woodland Hills: "Dance Dimensions". Call or email Anindo (director) to set up time to take class: Email anindo1@msn.com Or call: 818 970-6540
HELIOS DANCE THEATER / SANTA MONICA, CA
Rehearsal and performance pay. Male and Female dancers with a strong technical background and partnering experience. For more info contact heliosdances@yahoo.com and please visit www.heliosdancetheater.org.
EXPRESSIONS DANCE CO. / SAN DIEGO, CA
Expressions is a dance company that explores and presents, through dance, the adventure of being human. Laura Maravilla is the founder and director, having received her dance training in Los Angeles, New York, and San Diego. For more information, please contact Laura Maravilla at marvelousmajesty@hotmail.com.
ELEMENTAL REMIX DANCE CO. / CAMPBELL, CA
Elemental Remix Dance Company focuses on hip-hop that mixes jazz, tap, lyrical, salsa, belly dance, and more. Brandie Uno, dir. Rehearses at the Ariel Dance Productions in Campbell. Dancers: female, 18+, strong, energetic, positive. No pay. director@elementaldance.com, www.myspace.com/elementalremix
REGINA KLENJOSKI DANCE CO. / TORRANCE, CA
RKDC is in residence at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center where they teach and mentor over 2000 students annually and present their home season each year. www.rkdc.org
CALIFORNIA BALLET COMPANY / SAN DIEGO, CA
California Ballet Company in San Diego (Director, Maxine Mahon). All levels of contract are open. Salaries vary. There is no fee to audition. It is possible to arrange for a separate audition. For further information contact Ballet Mistress Judith Sharp at 858-560-5676 ext. 16 or auditions@californiaballet.org.
BROCKUS PROJECT DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Male and Female Dancers, 18 and up. Skilled in modern, jazz, ballet. Strong performers, committed individuals. Information: 562-531-8949. www.BrockusProjectDanceCompany.org
CITY BALLET OF LOS ANGELES / CA
CBLA, founded by Artistic Director Robyn Gardenhire, is a non-profit org dedicated to dance that reflects the economic & racial diversity of Los Angeles, designed to provide L.A. with its own ballet company that would infuse the artistic rejuvenation of the city. Intent on building a repertoire that is a mixture of classical & contemporary, concentrating on an inclusive approach to better reflect the increasingly diverse artistic community. Energetic dancers with cutting edge technique & personality. www.cityballetofla.org; Email: robyn@cityballetofla.org
LA CONTEMPORARY DANCE CO. / L.A., CA
Paid season contract lasting August through May. L.A. Contemporary Dance Company offers Los Angeles a resident dance company that is recognizable by the community as a source of professional and innovative concert dance. LACDC performs a diverse repertoire of modern, ballet, and jazz-influenced works reflective of L.A.'s vibrant culture. For more Information: www.lacontemporarydance.org
BEL COBRA DANCE / L.A., CA
Dancers strong in ballet, modern and jazz, some dancers en pointe especially desirable. There is some pay. Audition by appointment only. Rehearsal days/times tba in NoHo or Burbank. For contact info please visit: www.belcobradance.com/Auditions.html
SANTA MONICA DANCE THEATER OF THE WORLD / SANTA MONICA, CA
Founder and Artistic Director, Sherman L. Steward. Girls and Boys, professionally trained in 2 of the following genres: Ballet (also Pointe!), Jazz, Modern and Tap. Choreographer is Sherman L. Steward. Performance pay. Questions: Claire Purcell (818) 997 1184 or email: dancetheaterworld@sbcglobal.net
XTREME DANCE COMPANY / HOLLYWOOD, CA
Dancers that are versatile, mature, over 18. All serious dancers with different ranges of styles: technique, jazz, hip hop, tap, break dancing, ballet, salsa, modern, etc. Maggie Conklin, Director; Mandi Wright, Director. Limited Liability Company, therefore compensation depending on what is booked, great exposure. For more information: Maggie at 818-605-3626 or email at xtremedanceco@yahoo.com or check out website at www.xtremedanceco.com.
BLACKBIRD JR. CO. / NORTHRIDGE, CA
Male and female dancers between the ages of 7 and 17 who are committed, open-minded individuals with dance experience in one or all of the following styles: Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Ballet, and Tap, for seasonal commitment. Though the Jr. Company will not have any exclusive type of contract, including who kids train with, we encourage them to take two classes per week from our studio and there is a $25 per month fee for the choreographers and training they receive during our weekly rehearsal. If you have a picture and resume please bring it to the audition. There is no pay. If you have any additional questions please refer to our website (www.blackbirddancestudio.com) or contact us either by phone: 818-727-7323 or email: contact@blackbirddancestudio.com.
CONTRA-TIEMPO / L.A., CA
An Urban Latin Dance Theater company based in LA – styles include Salsa, Afro-Cuban, Jazz, Modern, Capoeira, Hip Hop. Dedicated, fierce artists willing to rehearse at least 2-3 times a week. Paid performances and tours. Numerous paid teaching opportunities. Male and female dancers willing to grow and be pushed; artists who bring high level of expertise to their craft. www.contra-tiempo.org ; email Artistic Director, Ana Maria Alvarez anamarianyc@gmail.com
BETWEEN LINES DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Winifred R. Harris, artistic dir. Modern Dancers: 18-39, any ethnicity, energetic, dynamic, dedicated, focused, rhythmic, theatrical, must have strong modern and ballet techniques, knowledge of other dance forms helpful. Some pay provided. For more info call (310) 313-1647, email lauralaser@betweenlines.org; www.betweenlines.org
S.I.C. DANCE WORSHIP TEAM / SACRAMENTO, CA
Team of dancers that perform at churches and events throughout the Sacramento area. Seeking dancers ages 17-28, with experience. Team performs everything from hip hop to lyrical so all styles are welcome. Choreography by Chelsea Elia and Alisson MacNamara. No Pay. Call for more details: 818-983-4074
BLUE13 DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Experienced male and female dancers, 18+. All styles of dance welcome. Blue13 dance company plays domestic and international tours of its recent premiere, KARISHMA, a live Bollywood dance performance inspired by A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Wizard of Oz. Other projects include local modern dance performances in the Los Angeles area, as well as corporate and private events nationally, in a variety of dance styles from Bhangra to Ballet to Hip Hop to Modern and more. Pay for performances. Info: info@blue13dance.com
GALLIMAUFRY & GREENE DANCE CO. / LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Contemporary dance company based in Laguna Beach. Modern Dancers: males and females, 18+, must be "brave" and willing to grow and change, modern dance background preferred, but will consider all dancers with strong technical background; acting ability also preferred. (949) 499-5060 or visit www.gallimaufry.info
THE MAUI GIRLZ POLYNESIAN DANCE CO. / L.A., CA
Polynesian dancers, male and female Hula & Tahitian dancers of all levels, ages 21+ with availability on Saturdays. Poi ball skills a plus. Dancers must have reliable transportation. Lead choreographer is Pi'ilani Paraoan. Dancers can earn $50 - $100+ per show. For more information, email Pi'ilani at info@mauigirlz.com.
LULA WASHINGTON DANCE THEATRE / L.A., CA
Internationally acclaimed, Los-Angeles based modern dance company. Apprentice Workshop Ensemble; local and national touring season. Experienced professionals with ballet and modern training. Guaranteed pay for all rehearsals, performances. LWDT style incorporates Modern, Ballet, Jazz, and Hip-Hop technique with a strong African dance influence. All dancers should have a solid technical foundation and incredible versatility. Visit www.lulawashington.com; Exec Dir: Tamicadance@yahoo.com
COLAB DANCE THEATRE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Collaborative dance company, members who love to move, create, express themselves. Male & female dancers for specific productions & dance film projects. Non-paid dance company welcoming different dance backgrounds. Check out myspace page: www.myspace.com/colabdance; Info/questions: email CoLabDance@gmail.com.
KESHET CHAIM DANCE ENSEMBLE / L. A., CA
Keshet Chaim Dance Ensemble is a Los Angeles-based performing dance company. The 25 year old dance ensemble is known as the major professional Israeli Dance Ensemble in the United States. Male and two female dancers, talented & energetic, with stage experience. Background in Israeli, Ethnic, Modern or Ballet for core company is important. Paid local performances and some touring. Rehearsals are in the evening. More info: kcdancers.org or 818.784.0344 or kcdancers@earthlink.net
LINEAGE DANCE / PASADENA, CA
Lineage Dance is a contemporary dance company based in Pasadena, CA, dedicated to raising money for nonprofit organizations and making the arts accessible to audiences of all demographic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Lineage tours the country to raise money for charities nation-wide. Artistic Director is Hilary Thomas, www.lineagedance.org, contact@lineagedance.org
SARAH BUSH DANCE PROJECT / SAN FRANCISCO, CA
SBDP has quickly earned a reputation as one of the most versatile dance companies in San Francisco. Strong, confident performers with training in diverse dance styles (especially Modern & Hip-Hop), all ages & genders, for variety of paid performances, travel opportunities, and creation of new work: music videos, live concert tours, evening-length fine arts performances, liturgical, film, nightclub, etc. in the USA and abroad. Email questions to sarah@sarahbushdance.com; visit: www.myspace.com/sarahbushdanceproject, www.sarahbushdance.com
HOLLYWOOD DANCE CO. / HOLLYWOOD, CA
Hollywood Dance Company is the new pre-professional performance group coming from the fusion professional dance company, Hollywood Ballet. Dancers aged 13-17, advanced in ballet and jazz, with some experience in modern dance and other styles. Please send bio and dance pic to: hollywooddancecompany@yahoo.com. Visit www.hollywoodballet.com/HollywoodDanceCompany.html
HYSTERICA DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Hysterica creates original danceworks reflective of the current cultural landscape. Pop-influenced, theatrically driven company, focused on exploring collaborations with other artists; filmmakers, fashion designers, composers and musicians. info@hystericadance.com
DANCEQUAKE / SAN FRANCISCO, CA
DanceQuake (5 members, 2 swing alternates) is a dance team that inspires and engages kids & families in the joy of dance via performances & demonstrations at community events, festivals, schools and more in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. All styles – Urban/ Jazz/ Latin, etc. Choreography by Micaya, artistic director of the San Francisco Hip Hop DanceFest. Paid positions. More info: www.getupanddance.org
KYBELE DANCE THEATER / L.A., CA
Kybele Dance Theater (www.kybeledance.com) KDT is comprised of experienced male and female dancers (21 & over) for their touring season. Strong stage presence, expressiveness, musicality, and strong technique in modern, ballet and jazz. Sun, Mon, Thu evening rehearsals. Audition by appointment only. Please contact Artistic Director Seda Aybay at: 310-985 8487 or saybay@kybeledance.com
THE BALLET COLLECTIVE / L.A., CA
The Ballet Collective/ LA is comprised of female and male classically trained dancers. Pay for performance. Contact John Castagna: 323.661.6440 or info@balletcollective.org. Visit www.balletcollective.org
LOTUS DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Ongoing weekly work (including Las Vegas, New York, Irvine). Dancers between 18-35 years old, experience in jazz, hip-hop, Latin, Arabic or other ethnic dance styles. Pay ranges from $40-$150 per show; show length is 30 minutes. Contact: Mia: 619-857-9900 or missmiamesa@aol.com; or Layla: 310-866-6421 or tbellydancing@aol.com
HOLLYWOOD BALLET / L.A., CA
Hollywood Ballet(TM) is a fusion dance group, strong ballet/jazz, some modern. Dancers should be over 25, out of the commercial audition cycle, reliable and fun. Auditions by arrangement Friday mornings, 10:30am in Studio City (at start of our rehearsal).; other rehearsal times by arrangement. Paid rehearsals & performances; high exposure, possible participation in Hollywood Ballet(TM) dance workout video. Visit www.HollywoodBallet.com, watch video clips at Hollywood Ballet Dances, then email to: rick@hollywoodballet.com or call (323) 377-9397.
JOURNEY DANCE CO. / SANTA ROSA, CA
Guiding young dancers closer to a professional career in the dance industry, JDC is a youth performing company. Dancers ages 8-21, solid technical foundation, versatility in Contemporary, Lyrical, Modern, Jazz, Musical Theater, Tap & Hip-Hop. Dancers will work with resident choreographer, Gina Auland, and guest choreographers to create JDC's annual repertoire. www.JourneyDanceCompany.com; Email Belle@journeydancecompany.com or call 707-540-0884.
MOVING TRUTH, A GOSPEL DANCE CO. / SACRAMENTO, CA
Moving Truth dances in contemporary worship services at churches throughout the Sacramento area, as well as at outreach events (some local, some traveling). Dancers must be trained. Capable in either contemorary/lyrical, ballet or hip hop. Male or Female. No age requirement. Company directed by Miss Chelsea Elia. No Pay. Email resume and availability to: chelsinla@yahoo.com
GODDESS A GO GO DANCE THEATRE / L.A., CA
Thought-provoking, comedic, edgy, dance theater celebrating the beauty, strength, diversity of women & dance. Group numbers based in modern dance & contemporary jazz, solo numbers with tap, flamenco, belly dance, other ethnic dance. Also present short films, mostly comedic. Artistic Directors/Choreographers: Christy Barker & Tania L Pearson-Loeser. Contact: 818 763-2840 or info@goddessagogo.com; visit www.goddessagogo.com.
WINIFRED R. HARRIS' BETWEEN LINES / L.A., CA
A contemporary modern dance company, with some touring. Professional dancers with strong modern and ballet techniques, other dance forms helpful. Pay per project. specialhobo@hotmail.com; www.betweenlines.org
FUSION DANCE CO. / SANTA BARBARA, CA
Fusion Dance Company is a performing dance company with dancers 18 and older who love to perform and are strong in Jazz and Hip Hop styles, other styles welcome as well.
FUNKANOMETRY / L.A., CA
Funkanometry is a non-profit dance company providing a home for working and aspiring performance artists who are passionate about developing their craft. Experienced, skilled and positive individuals, must have a hip-hop background (other styles a strong plus), an open mind, and a strong passion for dance. 18 and over only, proficient in Hip Hop - other styles/techniques/freestyle a plus. Paid and non-paid gigs throughout the year. Please visit www.funkanometry.com.
RUSSIAN ENTERTAINMENT UNLIMITED DANCE CO. / PASADENA, CA
Folkdance company, male and female dancers age 18+ experienced in folk/character dance or classical dance. Repertoire includes Russian, Ukranian, Moldavian, Jewish, Armenian, Arabic, Gypsy, and other folk styles. Director/choreographer is Youri Nelzin. $50-$100 per show. Shows are usually on Friday-Sunday in the evenings, and occasionally during the week in the afternoon. A flexible part time job. Auditions and rehearsals (not paid) held every Tuesday from 8-10pm at Le Studio (100 W Villa St, Pasadena 91103; parking lot off of Eureka St) If this is a problem, you can call Youri to schedule another time. Call: 818-400-3658
MOSCOW CONTEMPORARY DANCE ENSEMBLE / L.A., CA
Adv. Students-professionals. This International Company is developing in NYC and Moscow, Russia and provides opportunities for dancers to distinguish themselves internationally in this highly competitive industry. Solid classical and contemporary technique for concerts, festivals and competitions. Some previous performing experience is desired but not required. Eric Conrad is the choreographer. www.balletconrad.com Paid per performance-contracts. Ongoing interviews. Please send email including your training, performing experience and photos (head shot + dance/full body) to: info@balletconrad.com
L.A. MODERN & BALLET CO. / L.A, CA
Los Angeles Modern & Ballet Company (LAMBCO) director is Omhmar Griffin. Strong Technical Dancers: ballet and modern dance training. Visit www.lambco.net. Weekly salary for rehearsals and performances.
ISHQ DUNIYA DANCE CO. / SHERMAN OAKS, CA
Professional and serious dancers only. Must have background in jazz, hip-hop, ballet, tap, or modern. Ethnic dances and specialties are a PLUS. Males: fit (must be available every Fri and some Thur); Females: 5-2"- 5'5", petite (must be available Mon evenings, Fri, some Thur). Rehearsals are in Sherman Oaks. On-going paid gigs. Please email Katie: dance_1234@hotmail.com
MEDIA CITY BALLET OF LOS ANGELES/ BURBANK, CA
Media City Ballet of Los Angeles is comprised of classically trained ballet dancers for paid positions. Strong ballet dancers, male & female. Salary is commensurate with experience. For more information visit www.mediacityballet.org. 818 972-9692 and ask for Natasha Middleton.
BEACON ST. DANCE PROJECT / L.A., CA
The Beacon St Dance Project is a modern dance/performance art company. Dancers of all levels are encouraged to audition. Performances are paid. Please email beaconstdance@earthlink.net for more information. Choreographer is Jennifer Seigle. 2306 Hyperion Ave, Silver Lake, CA 90026
NANNETTE BRODIE DANCE THEATRE / LONG BEACH, CA
Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre is based in Long Beach. Dancers need to be over 21 with strong background in modern and ballet training. Dancers need to be available for class and rehearsals on Monday and Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons. Also, some Fridays are needed for school shows. Company performs mostly in Southern California, and travels about two to three weeks of the year out of state. Ability to teach classes as well as perform are important. Performances and teaching are paid. Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre has been presenting performances and workshops since 1986. For further information, contact the office at 562-598-7182 or nannette@nbdt.net.
DYNAMICS DANCE THEORY / SO. CALIF
So. Cal. contemporary jazz dance company comprised of pre-professional dancers, male and female, between the ages of 13 and 21, with strong technique in jazz, modern, and ballet. Repertoire by co-artistic directors Brandy Thilesen and Kelly Gill, as well as guest artists. No pay. For more information, contact Brandy Thilesen or Kelly Gill at: (661) 251-6480 Or email dynamicsdancetheory@yahoo.com.
DONNA STERNBERG & DANCERS / L.A., CA
Donna Sternberg & Dancers, a contemporary dance company, dancers with strong technique and performance skills. The eclectic repertoire involves physically demanding, technically challenging pieces as well as dramatic ones. There is performance pay and touring. Visit dsdancers@earthlink.net
BENITA BIKE'S DANCEART CO. / SO. CALIF
Advanced skills in modern dance and/or ballet performance required. Rehearsals Tuesday and Sunday evenings in La Canada Flintridge. Pay for performances. See www.danceart.org for information on company. To get further information please contact: Benita: 818-353-5734 or Benita@DanceArt.org
DANCE THEATRE OF THE WORLD / L.A., CA
Sherman L. Steward’s DTW, Dance Theatre of the World. Dancers must be strong: advanced or professional level in 2 of the following: BALLET – Pointe preferred; JAZZ – Stage Credits preferred; MODERN – Horton or Graham Technique preferred; TAP – Hoofer Technique preferred. Salary negotiable and based on experience. 17 or older. For more information please visit: kidzdanceklub.com.
BALLET SAN JOSE / SAN JOSE, CA
Positions for both men and women: company members, apprentices, and trainees. Principal positions also available. (Five-show season) Full company is 30 dancers. Annual Budget of $5.2 million. Style: Ballet, jazz, modern. Competitive wages, health insurance, worker¹s compensation, unemployment, FICA/MC, shoe allowance, chiropractic, pension, dance classes. Spencer Anderson: (408) 288-2820 ext. 216; sanderson@balletsanjose.org
BALLET SANTA BARBARA / CA
Ballet Santa Barbara performs at the Marjorie Luke Theatre. Varied classical/contemporary repertory. Dynamic, enthusiastic performers with strong classical technique plus modern experience. Advanced level ballet students will be considered. Salary negotiable. Email Carrie Diamond at: cjdiamond@cox.net or 805/682-6872.
FUSION DANCE / SAN DIEGO, CA
Fusion Dance is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization comprised of male and female dancers with strong technical and performance backgrounds, extensively trained in Ballet, Modern and Jazz. Repertory is a blend of Jazz and Modern by Co-Artistic Directors Kevin Hermann and Katie McIver, as well as various guest choreographers. Local and touring performances. www.fusiondance.info
HARTFEL BALLET / ORANGE, CA
Ages 16-35, female, advanced ballet dancers, all fit body types welcome. John C. Welch is Artistic Director. Per performance pay available for company members. Interested dancers should call or email for more information: audition@hartfel.com (714) 404-8767
BCo / L.A., CA
Dedicated, responsible, good natured male and female dancers. Efficient in jazz and ballet. Choreography is a physical combination of both, with elements of hip hop and theatre. Dancers who understand and enjoy process of creating a dance. 18 and older only. There is some pay now. Rehearsals will be 2-3 times a week. Location is Los Angeles, Ca. Please send a resume and headshot with contact information to: BCoDancers@gmail.com
R&B DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Male and female dancers, ages 18 and up. Dancers under the age of 18 may also audition for our “junior” company. A parent/guardian must attend audition with any dancer under the age of 18. R&B Dance is known for being a diverse company, so training is needed in ballet, jazz and hip hop. Training in tap and acrobatic/gymnastics is a big plus. randbdance@hotmail.com
DIAVOLO DANCE CO. / L.A., CA
Diavolo, one of Los Angeles’ most prominent modern dance companies, consisits of male and female dancers for national and international touring dates. Diavolo uses extremely physical and athletic work. Performers must have strong background in modern dance technique, contact improvisation, and some gymnastic and/or acrobatic ability. Must not be afraid of heights. Diavolo is a California non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. No union affiliations. Salary, plus per diem on tour, provided. www.diavolo.org Email Monica Campbell, associate artistic director: mcdiavolo@hotmail.com No phone calls please.
BACKHAUSDANCE / ORANGE, CA
Dancers must have strong Ballet technique and Modern dance background. Possible touring. Tel: 714-639-1657; email: info@backhausdance.org; www.backhausdance.org
LA DANSERIE / SO. CAL.
Judy Pisarro-Grant, admin. dir., Patrick Frantz, artistic dir. Performances in Hollywood and Santa Barbara. Dancers: male, 18-30, strong ballet technique, Pointe required for females, additional experience in modern a plus. (818) 341-0530 or email jpgladanserie@yahoo.com.
OTERO DANCE COMPANY / CLAREMONT, CA
We are the only company in California that offers a unique assortment of Latin dances. It was founded by acclaimed Argentine born dancers Gloria and Claudio Otero. Our specialty dances are Tango, Gauchos and Latin dances (salsa, cha-cha, merengue, etc...). Dancers ages of 21-30, salsa/latin dance experience a must. Must be able to travel. Other disciplines of dance (jazz, ballet, ballroom, and other social dances, etc.) would be preferred. The choreographer is Gloria Otero and there are opportunities for company members to choreograph. Please call (909) 482-0170 for more information or you can e-mail Gloria at gloria@gloriatango.com www.gloriatango.com. We are based out of the city of Claremont in the Inland Empire.
FASHIONATE RHYTHM DANCE COMPANY / BAY AREA, CA
An International Dance company, primarily latin based. Highly trained/well rounded male and female dancers (International Latin, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern, etc.). Strong performers extremely comfortable on stage with incredible work ethic. Other special skills a bonus! 18yrs+, advanced to professional level, fit/healthy dancers. Opportunities to choreograph and contribute; many performance opportunites; Paid gigs: Private parties, Corporate events, Night Clubs, Theater Dance Concerts, Weddings, Community Events, TV appearances, Exposure; excellent resume builder and professional training (dance and other) etc. (pay determined by type and length of performance). More info: www.frdanceco.org. Contact us for audition info, updates on our site. Send Resume, Bio, Application, Full body pics: info@frdanceco.org, (408) 396-2025
DANCE PENINSULA BALLET / SO. CA.
Dance Peninsula Ballet is for pre professional and professional dancers. For more information call Tita Boulger (director of PSPA) 310-375-1398. Patricia Stander, Artistic Director. Peninsula School of Performing Arts, Lunada Bay Studio, 2325 P.V. Dr. West #106, PVE, CA
LOUISE REICHLIN & DANCERS / L.A., CA
Experienced male and female dancers, modern, with strong ballet and jazz background for projects and performances. Strong stage presence, expressiveness, musicality, and technique. Floor work is important. All ethnic types. The company also works in partnership with many schools in the L.A. area providing performances, staff development training for teachers and residency workshops with children. There is opportunity for teaching as well as performing for those qualified. There is pay. www.LAChoreographersAndDancers.org For information and audition appointment please call: 213-385-1171 Or e-mail: louisehr@lachoreographersanddancers.org
MEH-TROPOLIS DANCE THEATRE / L.A., CA
Meh-tropolis Dance Theatre is comprised of dancers (male and female, 18+), with solid ballet and/or modern technique, with a special need for male dancers (many experience levels accepted). Pointe a plus but not required. Benefits include free class, discounted master classes, and professional performance opportunities. Dir. Sarah Harkness. There is no pay. For more information access www.mehtropolis.com.
DIAMOND DANCE CO. / OAKLAND, CA
Strong young male and female hip-hop dancers 14 yrs to 23 yrs old to train, perform, and grow with the Funkiest Youth Dance Company in the Bay Area. (510) 597-1056; New Style Motherlode Dance Studio, 5451 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618
YOUTH BALLET THEATRE / SO CALIF.
This is a newly formed pre-professional student ballet company in Reseda, California. Dancers should be between 13 & 19 years old with ballet, contemporary, and partnering experience. Rehearsals are Saturdays with performances in the Los Angeles area. Andrea Paris (Artistic Director), 818-780-6126
DE'ATH BALLET / MONROVIA, CA
Small company specializing in original dramatic story ballets, usually with period settings. Rehearse and perform year-round in the Los Angeles area. We try to have a truly supportive and fun atmosphere - many of our dancers are retired pros with old injuries and families. We encourage both ballet veterans who still fancy some intriguing stagework and serious young dancers wanting excellent experience in theatre dance. Auditions are ongoing. No pay. Contact: Anne De'Ath 818-241-8523 hipbone@earthlink.net Sundays (ongoing), 7pm / company class, Monrovia Dance Center, 414 W. Foothill Blvd., Monrovia, CA
DEVI DANCE COMPANY / L.A., CA
Male and female dancers for eastern movement/dance company. Paid gigs. Must be based in Los Angeles, and available for rehearsals 2-3x per week. Male - fit, prefer around 5'9". Must be strong jazz and/or hip-hop. Female - petite, 5'2"-5'5". Must be strong ballet, jazz, and/or hip-hop. Specialty artists, ethnic dance, a very big plus. Please contact Neena: 310-285-8786; email: taal5678@hotmail.com or sheilashows@msn.com
SAN DIEGO BALLET / SAN DIEGO, CA
Email or call for information regarding auditions in spring and summer. No union required. Trainee positions available. Pay $50-$500wk. Typically 35 performances, 20 weeks work, 2 weeks touring. Auditions are best sent with DVD/dance photo/resume and include Ballet & or partnering work if male. Robin Morgan, 2650 Truxtun Rd., Ste 102, SD, CA 92106; www.sandiegoballet.org. Contact receptionist: 619-294-7378 OR sandiegoballet@aol.com
CITY BALLET OF SAN DIEGO / CA
Auditions anytime or by video. Audition includes Ballet. Bring resume, head shot, dance photo. Starting pay is $250/wk. 36 performances, 25 weeks work. Shoes, workman's comp insurance provided. Contact Steve Winsrich 858-274-6058, info@cityballet.org ; www.cityballet.org Steve Winsrich, PO Box 99072, San Diego, CA 92169
DIP DANCE THEATRE COMPANY / L.A., CA
DIP is a dance theatre company that meets once a week to create dance-theatre works. No pay. Emphasis on the process of exploration, movement improvisation, and creating a strong supportive ensemble. If this sounds like something that interests you and you are available to rehearse Thursday evenings in the Silverlake area of Los Angeles, 8pm-10pm at Studio A dance, located at 2306 Hyperion Ave (cross street is Scotland) then please email: Artistic Director Sarah Phillips: Creativemonster@att.net Or call: 213 413-4357.
BALLET PACIFICA / IRVINE, CA
Audition includes Ballet, pointe. No union required. Style is contemporary ballet. 55 performances, 37 weeks work. Shoes provided. Contact Molly Lynch 949-851-9930. Molly Lynch, 1824 Kaiser Ave., Irvine, CA 92614
MOTION THEATRE DANCE CO. / SANTA BARBARA, CA
This is a non-profit contemporary modern dance company. Male and female dancers: ballet, modern, improvisation and performance. Opportunities to present your own choreography and to teach. www.motiontheatre.com; call 805.455.1955 or email info@motiontheatre.com.
PCH ELITE / LONG BEACH, CA
PCH Elite is a teen dance company with a particular vision for teens to smoothly segue-way into the professional dance industry. Commitment to participate in competitions, shows, and charity work. Also working on songs for album. You don't have to have an amazing voice but you must be willing to work hard and be a good sport - dancers that sing. No pay but many perks such as headshots, costumes, experience, etc. Rehearses every Wed night from 9:15-11pm in Long Beach. Female Teen Dancers, ages 13-17, with serious training. Choreographer is Natasha Paz: 562-577-5099.
HK DANCE SHOWTROUPE / L.A., CA
We are a dance company that performs throughout the southern california area, a staple in the underground scene since 2003. Style includes choreographed dance numbers, burlesque tease with a modern circus vaudevillian style; costuming very Fosse, Risque, and character-based, must be comfortable with lingerie, high heels, pasties, (no nudity). Dancers of all, willing to train the right girls. Versatile faces, flexibility, pick up choreography quickly. Shows mostly in club, lounge, bar atmospheres. Choreographer/Creative Director is Sunset Leigh. Pay is available, rehearsals not paid. Submit letter of interest, resume, photo, Myspace link to : sunsetbooking@aol.com.
JASON COOSNER DANCE / L.A., CA
Jason Coosner Dance/JCD, is comprised of dancers with a solid technical background. Jazz & modern experience a must. 18+. Performance stipend. For information contact JCDance@me.com.
KERRY DANCE TROUPE / UNIVERSAL CITY, CA
The Kerry Dance Troupe is comprised of champion-level Irish dancers. You must love to perform, be able to connect with an audience, and you must have a strong desire to be on stage. Qualifications: You should be a championship level dancer and have retired from active dance competition. Excellent timing, excellent rhythm, musicality, stage presence, ability to listen to and connect with the music while dancing, and ability to learn choreography quickly. Performances are paid. Rehearsals are not paid and are held primarily on weekends in the Los Angeles area. Visit: www.kerryrecords.com, email: misswilloughby@dslextreme.com, or call: 818-754-1760.
ON THE EDGE DANCE CO. / SAN DIEGO, CA
Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Modern, Tap. Directors: Michael and Katie Langford, email ontheedgedanceco@yahoo.com, www.ontheedgedanceco.com, (858) 642-6800
VIVER BRASIL DANCE CO / L.A., CA
Artistic Directors are Linda Yudin and Luiz Badaró. Company comprised of male and female dancers. Pay per performance. Dancers should have a strong modern dance technique with experience in Afro-Brazilian, Capoeira, and/or West African or other African diasporic dance form is recommended. Email Linda Yudin at lkyudin@mac.com or visit www.viverbrasil.com.
NAPOLES BALLET / SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Performances run Jun-Aug including a tour to Southern California. Ballet dancers: males and females, any ethnicity, must be trained in classical ballet as well as modern and/or jazz dance styles, females should be proficient on pointe, males should have partnering experience. Pay provided. For more info, contact Annabelle Henry at: (707) 318-9620, or email: napolesballet@comcast.net
DANCE IN MINISTRY / TORRANCE, CA
Dance In Ministry is a CHRISTian dance team comprised of beginning to advance dancers. Competitions and performances throughout the year, monthly fee of $25 to cover competitions and costumes. Jazz and hip-hop. http://sites.google.com/site/danceinministry/, or email danceinministry@gmail.com.
XPOSE DANCE THEATER CO. / L.A., CA
This Los Angeles based interdisciplinary performing arts company is committed to utilizing dance and theater for artistic expression and entertainment. The company exceeds traditional expectations by serving as a blank canvas, lab, and workshop space for the members it represents and serves to bring to light today’s challenges, ideals, issues, and opinions through multimedia presentations and mixed-matched collaborations. For more info check out www.xposedance.com or email xposedancetheaterco@gmail.com.d
COLLABOR8 DANCE CO. / ARCADIA, CA
Collabor8 aims to provide the dance world with a unique blend of dance styles, personality and entertainment. Offering the audience a visual spectacle and exposing combinations of mainstream and underground music, we have already made a name for ourselves in the industry and only aim to grow stronger! Founded by Salome Valdez in 2005, Collabor8 has performed in several Hollywood Venues, competitions and dance show cases. Must have past experience/training in at least one of the following: Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical or Breaking. Do not need to be trained or experienced in all but well rounded dancers are a plus. http://www.myspace.com/collabor8.
STORM DANCE CO. / SAN DIEGO, CAL
Professional & pre-professional dancers focus on paid productions in San Diego and eventually for travel. Dancers that are also trained/versed in tap, stepping, martial arts, jazz, hip hop, or break dancing. Paid shows and promotional performances. Paid Gigs; Training in Choreography; Training To Become More Well Rounded and Marketable; Free Headshots; Performance Credits; Getting an Agent. Union and non-union talent. (619) 282-1884, www.apastudios.com
STORM YOUTH DANCE CO. / SAN DIEGO, CA
Youth dance troupe based in San Diego at the Academy of Performing Arts. Train/learn dance routines to improve pick up skills for choreography. Learn dance routines from top Hollywood choreographers. Dancers will be used for performances/gigs/special events. Professional level training, perform at local venues, receive free promotion, free headshots, chance of working in television. Union and non-union talent. (619) 282-1884, www.apastudios.com
POLYNESIAN PARADISE DANCERS / L.A., CA
The Polynesian Paradise Dancers is a professional Polynesian dance company dedicated to the preservation of Polynesian Performing arts and culture. We specialize in traditional and modern dances from the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and Samoa. Male and female Polynesian dancers. Pay for performances and travel expenses are paid as well. Visit www.polynesianparadise.net or email Akemi at: akemi.welsh@polynesianparadise.net or 562-945-2599 |