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Acceptance to the Department of Dance as a degree-seeking student requires two steps: 1) Apply to Webster University and 2) Schedule an audition for the Department of Dance. There is no audition required for a dance minor.
Follow these simple links to start applying:
If you need assistance, please contact auditions@webster.edu or dance@webster.edu.
Schedule Your Dance Audition
Dance Audition/Interview Request Form
Auditions are held on campus throughout the year and conducted in the form of a class. The classes will consist of ballet and modern techniques. The audition consists of the following:
- An interview to discuss career goals and past history.
- Submission of a resume.
- Performance of approximately three minutes of choreography.
- Participation in both a ballet and modern technique class.
If you need assistance, please contact auditions@webster.edu.
The Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts at Webster University offers a complete major in dance performance. Although the program has a strong foundation in ballet and modern, equally strong training is offered in jazz, tap, hip hop, aerial, and more. Other offerings such as anatomy, choreography, dance history, dance costuming, and construction supplement the curriculum. Dance majors explore the entire spectrum of dance, from classical ballet to theatrical applications of jazz and tap. The department aims to prepare students for careers in performance, choreography, private instruction, and entrance into the Master of Fine Arts programs.
Dance Audition Process: Acceptance to the dance program as a degree-seeking student is by audition. Auditions are held on campus throughout the year and are conducted in the form of classes, a performance and an interview. The classes will consist of ballet and modern techniques. It is preferable that applicants have a solid background in ballet. Each dancer must wear a leotard and tights and should be prepared for the following:
- Interview to discuss career goals and dance background.
- Submission of dance resume.
- Performance of approximately two to three minutes of choreography. This is a solo of the applicant’s choice, either self-choreographed or a work set on the applicant. The setting for viewing is informal, in the studio.
- Participation in a ballet and modern technique class.
If the applicant is unable to audition in person, a video of their work will be accepted, although auditioning in person is preferred. If sending a video please email it to the Fine Arts Audition Coordinator at auditions@webster.edu. The applicant is notified through the Office of Admissions regarding their admittance to the Dance Program.
Scholarships
Talent-based scholarships up to $2,000 are available. To be considered, a student must be academically accepted, have a declared major in Dance, and complete an audition. Preference is given to those students who complete their audition by March 1. Any questions regarding scholarships can be directed to Andrew Laue, Associate Director of Fine Arts Admissions at lauear@webster.edu.
Audition Dates
Friday, Dec. 6, 2024
Friday, Jan. 31, 2025
Friday, Feb. 14, 2025
Friday, March 7, 2025
Friday, April 18, 2025
Explore. Discover. Dance.
At Webster Dance, we'll help you achieve academic excellence preparing you for future career successes. The first step is to fill out our application.
A Day in the Life ...
This is a sample schedule of a typical day for a Webster Dance major. This schedule is a compilation of daily dance courses a student can be enrolled in on any one day. It does not represent or include the department's entire list of practical dance courses, supplemental academic courses, or rehearsals.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:50 a.m. | Academic Course |
| 10-11:20 a.m. | Jazz |
| 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m. | Ballet |
| 12:50-1 p.m. | Lunch in the Dance Lounge |
| 1-2:20 p.m. | Modern |
| 2:30-3:50 p.m. | Composition |
| 4-6:30 p.m. | Break and Dinner |
| 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Rehearsal |
