Toronto Raptors Dance Team Auditions

The Toronto Raptors are looking for captivating performers to rep the Dance Crew!

DATE: Sunday, July 8th, 2018
CHOREOGRAPHER: AMBERLEY WADDELL / SHAVAR BLACKWOOD
LOCATION: Air Canada Centre, 40 Bay St, Toronto, ON. Enter through Gate 1.
10:30am – Women
2:00pm – Men
4:00pm – Final Callbacks
**Choreography will begin promptly
BE PREPARED TO STAY AS LONG AS NECESSARY.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Female and Male Dancers – 18 and older
Skilled dancers with dynamic personalities and strong individual styles.
Dancers of all training backgrounds who are versatile and able to learn choreography.
There is no minimum or maximum height requirement.
You must also provide a resume and current non-returnable 5×7 or 8×10 headshot.

WHAT TO EXPECT:
Dancers will be taught a basic Hip Hop/Jazz Funk routine. All participants will be asked to perform the routine in small groups. Dancers who advance will be asked to perform 4-6 eight counts of freestyle choreography highlighting strengths and specialties. Music will be provided. The audition is closed, spectators will not be permitted.

WHAT TO WEAR:
Arrive camera ready! Dance Attire that shows off your personal style
Participants may wear any kind of sneaker/dance shoe with non-marking soles.

JUDGING:
Judges will focus on dance ability, enthusiasm, energy, personality and showmanship.

COMMITMENT INFORMATION:
Mandatory team rehearsals – Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30-10:00pm
August through April (or until end of playoffs).
Mandatory team meeting
Pre-Season games – October
41+ Regular Season Home Games – October to April. Schedule is available in August
Public appearances and events
Pre-register by emailing your headshot and resume to Amberley.waddell@mlse.com