PERFORMANCE COMPANY

DanceWorks Company Placements for the 2026-2027 season will be on Saturday, June 6th. Below is the schedule for Company Placements. You do not have to preregister for the Company Placements. We recommend arriving 15-30 minutes before your audition begins to sign up and warm up as we will not have a full warm-up during the audition. You can sign up at the front desk; a $55 audition fee per dancer will be billed to your account.

Saturday, June 6th

Dancers Aged 16-18 as of January 1st, 2027 | 11:30-1pm

**Optional Pointe Audition *Dancers must have taken at least one year of Pointe 2 or 3 | 1-1:30pm

Dancers Aged 12-15 as of January 1st, 2027 | 2-3:30pm

Dancers Aged 7-11 as of January 1st, 2027 | 4-5:30pm

Dancers should arrive looking audition ready, with hair neatly pulled away from the face and attire that is all black and form-fitting**. We want dancers to look and feel their best while showcasing proper audition attire etiquette! Dancers should bring water and jazz shoes. Dancers can expect the audition to include skills assessments, improvisation, and combos. Dancers do not need to have anything prepared; just come with positive energy and a smile!

If you are unable to attend placements in person, please email us to request a link and information about submitting a video audition.

A reminder to dancers and families that we are considering the following guidelines when auditioning dancers for Company. Acceptance will be based upon the following criteria in order of importance:

Attendance in classes the entire season leading up to auditions.

Attitude in classes the entire season leading up to auditions.

Your ability to be a role model & be supportive to your classmates and younger students.

Your respect for the faculty and your peers at the studio.

Your dance skills.

These are all criteria that will be needed in your school, college, and work life. If we don’t hold you accountable at the studio, then you will not be accountable outside of the studio.

Information for Next Season

We have attached a Company Expenses document including approximate costs for the company season, as well as a general Company information document. We anticipate attending one to two conventions and two-three competitions next season as a full team, although we are still finalizing this information as we are waiting for competitions to release their dates for next season.

Performance Company at DanceWorks. Ready to take the next leap in your dance training? DanceWorks Performance Company is a staple of elite Vancouver dance. Company members are the most talented dancers in the Clark County area. Dancers audition for coveted spots in company each year.

Company members attend the biggest competitions and conventions while competing original choreography from industry professionals. Competitions include NYCDA, Tremaine, Jump, Velocity, StarQuest, Celebrity & OnStage. Including extra performances in Vancouver WA. Company dancers are accepted into the best dance universities in the United States.

NEW DanceWorks Performing Arts Competition Groups & Requirements

Our competition groups are divided by age and offer different levels based on your desired commitment. Our Novice and Rock Star groups are for dancers who may be brand new to company or are looking for less of a time commitment.

All placements are according to the Director’s decision and are final. Exceptions to age requirements are made at Directors’ discretion. Not all dancers may be accepted into the company.

WHAT COMPETITION GROUP WILL MY CHILD BE IN?

Our competition groups are divided by age;

Star Program: 5+ years
- Tiny Stars: 5-6 yrs
- Rock Stars: 7-9 yrs
- Rising Stars: 8+ yrs
- Dancers must take Company class and one additional technique class of their choice (excluding hip hop, tap, acro, and aerial).
Mini Company: 7+ years
- Dancers must take Company class and one additional technique class of their choice (excluding hip hop, tap, acro, and aerial).
Junior Company: 9+ years
- Dancers must take Turns & Leaps, a Jazz class, and a Ballet class.
- At this level, Turns & Leaps and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.

Teen Novice Company: 12+ years
- Dancers must take Turns & Leaps and a Jazz class.
- At this level, Turns & Leaps and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.
Teen Company: 12+ years
- Dancers must take Turns & Leaps, a Jazz class, a Contemporary/Lyrical class, and the Ballet program or Ballet technique.
- At this level, Turns & Leaps and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.
Senior Company: 15+ years
- Dancers must take Conditioning 6/7, a Jazz class, a Contemporary/Lyrical class, and the Ballet program or Ballet technique.
- At this level, Conditioning 6/7 and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.

WHAT’S THE COMMITMENT?

Competition groups meet weekly for rehearsals, primarily on Saturdays, along with weekly technique classes. Dancers are expected to attend the DanceWorks Summer Intensive and Choreography Weeks over the summer. All company members are allowed to request a solo, duo or trio from DanceWorks or guest choreographer for original & custom choreography and the opportunity to compete at local competitions/conventions during the season.

WHAT DOES THE DANCEWORKS COMPANY DO THROUGHOUT THE YEAR?

Attend & compete at competition & conventions. Including NCYDA, Tremaine, OnStage and Jump.
Learn original & exciting choreography from industry professionals to compete at this years biggest competitions.
Company members receive Acro classes at discounted rates.
Dance travel to Disneyland once every three-four years to perform.
Attend master classes provided by DanceWorks.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Recipients of Friends of DanceWorks Scholarships are required to complete a set amount of community service hours. Based upon the award amount given. DanceWorks volunteers can be seen throughout Southwest Washington at a number of different events. Donating time to help grow the greater Vancouver community.