Question 1

WHEN is the next audition?

Accepted Answer

Our auditions are held once a year in early SEPTEMBER. Keep checking our website and follow our social pages for details about auditions, closer to mid August.

Question 2

WHERE is the audition?

Accepted Answer

Our auditions are typically held on a Wednesday at our Wednesday studio (George Brown Polytechnic, Casa Loma Campus).

Question 3

Do I need to bring a headshot or resume?

Accepted Answer

No, headshots and resumés are not required. Please complete the registration form in advance or arrive early to fill it out before the audition begins.

Question 4

Do I need to prepare anything for the audition (ie: choreography, etc)?

Accepted Answer

Nope, no preparation is required.

Question 5

What should I expect during the audition?

Accepted Answer

The audition is run in a class format, focused mainly on contemporary and jazz technique. You can expect a warm up, some across the floor work, short combinations and one longer combination.  There is no solo work required nor do you need to bring any of your own choreography.

Question 6

How many dancers are you accepting into the company?

Accepted Answer

On average we look for 3 -10 dancers to join our company each year.

Question 7

When do I hear whether I made the company or not?

Accepted Answer

We will contact all dancers within a week of the audition. Please look in your junk / spam email folders for emails from info@momentumdancetoronto.com if you haven't heard back!

Question 8

Do I need professional dance experience?

Accepted Answer

No, MDT is a company that caters to a wide level of dance experience.  Most of our members do not have professional dance experience, but have had several years of dance training behind them.

Question 9

When are the performances?

Accepted Answer

We run an annual performance in the spring (April/May), which is mandatory for all company members. This is what we work towards during the year during our main rehearsal times.  Apart from that, we seek out other performance opportunities in which our dancers may choose to participate: festivals, conferences and shows. These are not mandatory.

Question 10

Are there any fee(s) to join the company?  What do the fees include?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all company members are required to pay an annual fee.  The fee is disclosed before the season begins and covers the cost for ALL classes, rehearsals, costumes and much more throughout the year.

Question 11

Do the dancers receive any compensation?

Accepted Answer

No, MDT is an operating non-for-profit company and does not compensate  dancers. All profits from any performances are either put towards the operating expenses of the company and/or donated to charity.

Question 12

Are there any additional charges involved if I do become a company dancer?

Accepted Answer

Shoes, dancewear, special events, social events, workshops, photography or videography, are additional and optional expenses.

Question 13

Do I need to be available both WEDNESDAYS and SUNDAYS?

Accepted Answer

Your availability can and will affect whether we accept you in the company or not.  Special attention is given to those who can make the commitment both days, however we will consider accepting dancers who are only available for one of the days.  The only thing that is non-negotiable is that the dancer MUST be available for the entire show week in April/May.  We will share show dates as early in the season as we can.  (Based on Theatre schedule.)

Question 14

What else?

Accepted Answer

Just bring your energy and enthusiasm and get ready to SWEAT, LEARN, DANCE and HAVE FUN!

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