Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Wild Bunch Audition Information

WILD BUNCH AUDITIONS
SET FOR AUGUST 7




The Wild Bunch, the professional dance team of the National Lacrosse League's Colorado Mammoth, will hold auditions for the 2008 team on Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Pepsi Center. An invitation-only final audition will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m.

The Wild Bunch performs at every Mammoth home game during the season. It is a paid position and dancers receive additional money for local appearances.

Audition requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age by Aug. 7, 2007.
Must have a head shot. Does not have to be a professional picture, but should be no smaller than 5x7 and be a clear photograph of only you
Must have a dance resume that lists performance experience and anything judges should know.
Auditions are closed to observers.

Audition attire:

Sports bra, long or short sleeve and shorts.
Non-marking soled shoes only.
Hair and makeup should be done as if in a performance.
For help with hair and makeup plase contact Cassie Boyd with The Straight Curl, the official salon of the Wild Bunch, at 720.231.6608.

Audition format:

No exact time for the audition to end.
Begins with an “across the floor” routine consisting of basic technique (kicks, leaps, turns).
Minimal dance training is acceptable as many times judges are looking for potential.
Certain applicants will be asked back for final round of auditions on Aug. 8.
Those remaining will learn a routine and perform it in groups for the judges.
There will be a mandatory training camp for those who make the team. Dates TBD.

Frequently asked questions:

Q: How do I know where to go when I arrive at Pepsi Center?
A: There will be signs and people directing you to the correct entrance.

Q: Where can I brush up on my dance technique?
A: Contact the Director / Choreographer at sschachterle@pepsicenter.com and she can recommend a dance studio or personal instructor.

Q: How many dancers make the team?
A: Anywhere from 10-15.

Q: How many spots are open?
A: Technically, all of them. All of the current dancers are required to re-audition.

Q: I can’t make it on Aug. 7. Is there any other way to audition?
A: No. Due to the high volume of applicants, we do not have any further auditions nor do we accept video submissions.