Company

This group is our performance company and has been created for aspiring dancers, who possibly want a career in dance and/or want to take their dancing to a high standard.

It supports, nurtures, signposts and pushes dancers to be the best dancers they can be and gain as many opportunities to perform and create as possible. This group is for dancers who want to work hard through vigorous training, choreographic intensives and perform throughout the year locally and regionally.

To audition for this company you must be an enthusiastic, open minded and passionate dancer, committed to the company and its workshops and performances. You will love a challenge and be disciplined in your approach to learning. You must have at least 1 year of experience in contemporary dance. Ballet training definitely helps, but is not required.

An audition is held annually in September.

Who is it for?

Age 14-19

When is it?

Mondays 6.30pm- 8.00pm

Auditions

Annually there is an audition opportunity to join BUDC in September. Keep an eye on our social media; Facebook and Instagram or email beudancebath@gmail.com to find out more.

To register for the audition, fill out the audition registration form, attach your photo and press send. You will then get a confirmation of your place for the next audition.

How long is term and how much does it cost?

Terms change in length depending on the school term, but are generally 10-12 weeks long.
£9/session (Termly fee dependent on length of term)
Fees can be paid termly or half termly by BACS
We do not offer drop in sessions.

Where does it take place?

The Scout Hut, 7 Grove Street, Bath BA2 6PJ (The big brown door)

For further information see our FAQs.

AUDITION INFORMATION

It’s that time of year again! We are auditioning!
Do you feel passionate about dance? Are you considering dance for your future? Ready to take your training to the next level?

**APPLY NOW BY FILLING IN FORM BELOW!**

We are looking for passionate, hardworking and talented individuals to form our 2021/2022 cohort!

Keep reading for more details!

Why audition for BUDC?

- Vigorous weekly training in contemporary dance

- Workshops and intensives with professional artists

- Local and regional performance opportunities

- Be part of a community of dedicated and supportive young people who are passionate about dance!

Requirements:

14-19 years old with 1 years previous experience in contemporary, ballet or street.

An openness to new experiences is a key part of what we look for in our company members so if you’re ready to delve into new and exciting dance opportunities, come and see what we are all about!

Company members must be able to commit to weekly sessions on Mondays 6.30-8:00pm, plus performance dates and intensives.
Dates include:
30th & 31st October 10am-4pm Choreographic Intensive
11th December 9am-9pm ‘Rise’ Third year degree show at Bath Spa University

Company sessions are currently held at The Scout Hut, 7 Grove St, Bath BA2 6JP

Audition Details:

Date: 13.09.21 | 17.00pm-19.30pm | The Scout Hut

Cost: £10.00 - Payment will be taken within the application form.

Part 1 - The Registration Form

On the registration form we ask questions about why you want to be in the company and what your past experience is.
This is the first impression we will get of you. We will read through these before the audition to get an insight into who is attending.
You will receive a confirmation email letting you know when your place has been booked. Your place is only confirmed once payment has been made.

Part 2 - The Audition Itself

The audition itself will consist of a warm up, a contemporary technique class, a creative session and a cool down.

The live audition process will give dancers an insight into what it is like to be a BUDC company member and our style of training.

We will end with a Question and Answer session

Part 3 - Results

A follow up phone call will be made to all auditionees letting them know if they have been successful or not within 5 days of the audition.
If you are successful you will then be sent all the term details and payment information. If you have any questions before the audition, please don’t hesitate to ask.

How to apply:

Complete the application form below

Name

First Name

Last Name

Age

D.O.B

SCHOOL

PARENT'S EMAIL

PARENTS CONTACT NUMBER

YOUNG PERSON'S EMAIL

YOUNG PERSON' S CONTACT NUMBER

ANY HEALTH AND INJURY PROBLEMS WE NEED TO KNOW ABOUT?

Write a paragraph about why you'd like to be part of BUDC

Please tell us about your dance experience so far

I give permission for my child to be recorded during the audition for documentation and publicity of BUDC. (Anything used will be checked with the young person first.)

I also give permission for photos and footage of the named child above to be used on BUDC social media sites, e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and our Website.

SIGN HERE

First Name

Last Name

YOUR PLACE ISN'T OFFICIALLY BOOKED UNITL YOU HAVE PAID THE £10.00 BOOKING FEE. PAYMENTS CAN BE MADE TO: NAME OF ACC- BE U DANCE COMPANY, SORT CODE- 04-06-05 ACCOUNT NO- 16363318. PLEASE MAKE PAYMENT BEFORE SUBMITTING THIS FORM.

2. You will then receive a confirmation email with everything you need to know before the audition.

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We can’t wait to see everyone!