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18
May
2021

Audition Notice – Carolyn Dorfman Dance is Seeking Dancers

Carolyn Dorfman Dance invites you to our 2021-22 audition. The process begins with a video submission. Selected dancers will be invited to an in-person audition June 7, 8 and 9, 2021, location to be determined. Only vaccinated dancers can attend the in-person audition. (COVID-19 may influence where auditions and, subsequently, rehearsals are held.)

Carolyn Dorfman Dance has a mission to create and present work that shares the uniqueness and commonalities of the human story. Maintaining a vibrant and diverse company of dancers is essential to our art, philosophy and commitment to social justice and community impact.

The Company’s 2021 – 2022 Touring Season, includes creation of new work, repertory reconstruction, performance/touring and teaching/community residencies. Opportunities include:

  • Full-time/part-time company positions beginning early September, 2021
  • Non-union, 20+ week contract
  • Paid rehearsals, performing and teaching
  • Rehearsals will be held in NJ or NY
  • Legal work status verification required

Dancers should have strong contemporary modern dance and ballet technique, bold athleticism, a broad theatrical range, and strong ensemble and partnering skills. The Company is seeking dedicated, passionate and committed dancers (especially black, indigenous, people of color) with a strong desire for artistic growth. At least 3 years of professional performance experience is preferred.

PROCESS:

Deadline: June 1, 2021

    • Complete Online Form: https://forms.gle/tQfmNCRyrPrZAzG8A
    • Submit audition video by uploading a link to an online video (up to 3 minutes)
    • Upload a current resume, headshot, dance photo and references (minimum 2)
    • Selected dancers will be invited to attend call backs on June 7-9, 2021

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a creative environment that features a deep respect for artists, the work process and produces dance that reflects a profound humanity. Thank you. We look forward to learning more about you and your artistry from your sub-mission.

Audition registration form available at https://forms.gle/tQfmNCRyrPrZAzG8A

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7
Nov
2019

Carolyn Dorfman Dance Seeking Men for Remainder of 2019/2020 Touring Season

Carolyn Dorfman Dance has a mission to create and present work that shares the uniqueness and commonalities of the human story. Maintaining a vibrant and diverse company of dancers is essential to our work, philosophy and social impact. We are currently looking for male dancers.

Carolyn Dorfman Dance’s 2019 – 2020 Touring Season, includes creation of new work, repertory reconstruction, performance and touring, teaching and community residencies.

  • Full-time/part-time company positions beginning early December
  • Paid rehearsals, performance, and teaching
  • Non-union, 20+ week contract
  • Rehearsals, held primarily in NYC
  • Legal work status verification

Male Dancers should have a strong contemporary modern dance and ballet technique, bold athleticism, a broad theatrical range, and strong ensemble and partnering skills. The Company is seeking dedicated, passionate and committed dancers with a strong desire for artistic growth, who have at least 2+ years of professional performance experience.

PROCESS:

  • Complete Online Form: https://forms.gle/Zq9phpA8WBfgJtpL8
  • Submit audition video by uploading a link to an online video (up to 3 minutes)
  • Upload a current resume, headshot, dance photo and references
  • Selected dancers will be contacted and invited to attend company rehearsal at a mutually agreed upon time during the weeks of November 11-15 & 18-22, 2019

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a creative environment that features a deep respect for artists, the work process and produces dance that reflects a profound humanity. Thank you. We look forward to learning more about you and your artistry from your submission.

Click here to apply!

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3
Jul
2019

Audition Notice – Carolyn Dorfman Dance is Seeking Women

Carolyn Dorfman Dance has a mission to create and present work that shares the uniqueness and commonalities of the human story. Maintaining a vibrant and diverse company of dancers is essential to our work, philosophy and social impact. For our upcoming season, we are looking for female dancers of color including African American, Asian, Latina, among others.

Dancers should have a strong contemporary modern dance technique, bold athleticism, a broad theatrical range, and strong ensemble and partnering skills. The Company is seeking dedicated, passionate and committed dancers with a strong desire for artistic growth, who have at least 2+ years of professional performance experience.

PROCESS:


• Complete and submit the on-line registration form by July 10, 2019.
• Upload a current resume, headshot, dance photo and attach a link to an online video (up to 3 minutes).
• Dancers selected for a studio audition will be notified on or before July 12, 2019.
• Auditions will take place from 12-4pm on July 16 and 17 in NYC and Call Backs will be held from 4-7:30pm on July 18 (location tbd).

Carolyn Dorfman Dance’s 2019 – 2020 Touring Season, includes creation of new work, repertory reconstruction, performance/touring and teaching/community residencies. Beginning September 10, 2019, this full-time/part-time company position includes:

• Paid rehearsals, performance, and teaching
• Non-union, 30+ week contract.
• Rehearsals, held primarily in NYC
• Legal work status verification

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a creative environment that features a deep respect for artists, the work process and produces dance that reflects a profound humanity. Thank you. We look forward to learning more about you and your artistry from your submission.

Click here to apply!

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25
Aug
2017

*UPDATE* Video Audition Notice – Carolyn Dorfman Dance is Seeking Men

As of Friday, September 15, 2017, we are no longer accepting video auditions. To receive future notices on auditions, classes, and more, sign up for our mailing list here.

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is accepting VIDEO AUDITIONS from male dancers for our 2017-18 Touring Season, including creation of new work, performance and teaching residencies.

  • Full-time (Mid-September)
  • Paid rehearsals, performance, and teaching
  • Non-union, 30+ week contract.
  • Rehearsals are primarily held in NYC.
  • Legal work status required.

Seeking male with strong modern dance technique, bold athleticism and theatrical range. Men should be minimum 5’6” tall. Minimum 2 years previous professional experience preferred.

Video requirements:

Please submit a 2-3 minute video of you in performance, rehearsal and/or studio work which demonstrates:

  • Strong technical training
  • Performance quality
  • Your ability to move through space, on the floor, and in the air
  • Both sustained and quick movement

Additional video requirements:

  • Make sure the recording is of good quality so that we can see you clearly enough to evaluate your skills.
  • Clearly identify yourself in the clip if you are not the only dancer
  • The clip should be no more than 1 year old

Upload to YouTube or a password protected Vimeo account. Email the exact web address, password (if applicable), and your name and contact information to mmoore@carolyndorfman.dance.

Dancers selected will be seen in person by appointment only. Please submit your video with the following information: resume, headshot, email, phone, U.S. work status, and how you heard about the audition.

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is an equal opportunity employer

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25
Apr
2016

Audition Notice – Carolyn Dorfman Dance is Seeking Women

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is auditioning for our 2016-17 Touring Season, including creation of new work, performance and teaching residencies.

  • Full-time, Part-time, and Apprentice Positions Available
  • Paid rehearsals, performance, and teaching
  • Non-union, 30+ week contract.
  • Rehearsals are held in NYC.
  • Legal work status required.

Seeking female dancers with strong modern dance technique, bold athleticism and theatrical range. Women should be between 5’2-5’7 tall. Minimum 2 years previous professional experience preferred. Dancers called back will be asked to perform a short solo.

The Company’s ten multi-ethnic and stunning dancers tap their unique talents to present high-energy and technically demanding dance that unleashes the powerful storytelling and imagery of its visionary creator.

AUDITION (Day 1):
Thursday, May 12, 2016
12:30pm-2:30pm or
3:30pm-5:30pm
Gina Gibney Dance Studios
890 Broadway, Studio 1
New York, NY 10003
AUDITION (Day 2):
Friday, May 13, 2016
Callbacks 12:30pm-5:00pm
 Gina Gibney Dance Studios
890 Broadway, Studio 1
New York, NY 10003

Dancers seen by appointment only. For an audition appointment, email: scathey@carolyndorfman.dance

(And provide the following: resume, headshot, email, phone, 1st & 2nd audition time slot preference, U.S. work status, and how you heard about the audition.)

Carolyn Dorfman Dance is an equal opportunity employer

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