If you have upper-level, high-school-age dancers training at your studio, chances are that some of them will want to continue their study of dance in college. Whether they’re planning to major specifically in dance or pursue a related performing arts discipline like musical theatre, they’ll likely look to
your studio’s team members—their longtime instructors—to help them prepare for college auditions.
Although many colleges moved their auditions online for the 2020 and 2021 seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual auditions are still prevalent in the performing arts landscape. They’re
more accessible and cost-effective for applicants and more streamlined for programs. So, you’ll need to adapt your strategies for preparing your students for college auditions to the virtual space.
In this guide, we’ll provide tips and tricks for your team to help your students prepare for the following aspects of virtual college auditions:
- Applying to Performing Arts Programs
- Organizing Their Audition Schedules
- Choosing and Rehearsing Repertoire
- Promoting Self-Care During the Audition Process
How exactly you apply these tips will depend on your students’ needs and the programs they’re applying to. However, framing your process around these general guidelines will set your dancers and team up for success. Let’s get started!