Open Auditions

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble holds open auditions each spring for new First Company Dancers to join our company. 

First Company positions are open by audition to women ages 18+ to join our company for the upcoming 2023 - 2024 season.

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble holds open auditions each spring for new dancers to join our company. Apprenticeship positions are available for recent college graduates, current college students, and exceptional high school students. 

Dancers age 18+ should audition for our First Company using the information below. Dancers under 18 should audition for our Youth Ensemble and will be considered for Apprenticeships based on their participation during their first season.

First Company & Apprentice Auditions

Saturday, May 20, 2023

Diverse Dance Co
400 York Road
Jenkintown, PA 19046

Online Pre-Registration:
•  Dancers must complete our online registration form prior to auditions: Coming Soon!
•. Dancers must submit a resume and headshot as part of their online registration form.

Requirements: 
Dancers should have a background in rhythm tap and be open to working with live music. Improvisation skills are also plus and special consideration will be given to dancers who can perform our repertoire in high heels.

Rehearsals and Performances: 
Weekly company classes and rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings from 5:00-8:00pm at Diverse Dance Co. in Jenkintown, PA with additional times scheduled as needed. 

Performances take place throughout the year at a variety of venues. Rehearsals are unpaid but all dancers accepted into the First Company receive an honorarium for performances.

Accepted dancers would be expected to begin attending rehearsals regularly after Labor Day in September 2023.

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