Hedwig Dances: Fall Audition – In Search of Male Dancers!

Hedwig Dances seeks a male dancer with a strong artistic voice for a paid performance contract.

 

AUDITION DETAILS

Date: Wednesday, October 15th

Time: 11am- please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the audition to ensure timely check in.

Auditionees are invited to attend the (recommended, not required) commUNITY class: Contemporary with Heriberto prior to the audition from 9:30am-10:45am. There is a $12 flat fee. 

Registration can be accessed at the link here. More information about the class can be found here.

Location: Ruth Page Center for the Arts (1016 N. Dearborn), Studio 3

Required Materials: Please bring a printed copy of your resume and headshot.

RSVP at contact@hedwigdances.com to reserve your place.

Meetings with potential candidates will be scheduled after the audition.

Must be available for weekly rehearsals Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30am-2pm and Thursdays from 12:30-4pm beginning in January 2026. Dancers may occasionally be called for additional rehearsal hours based on seasonal performance schedule.

Seeking male dancers with strong partnering skills, strong contemporary and improvisation technique and multi-year professional performance experience. Hedwig Dances is known for its experimental, process-driven approach to dancemaking using objects, props, and theatrical elements; interested dancers must be able to work in and contribute to this highly creative and collaborative rehearsal environment. Experience with contemporary partnering, contact improvisation, low-fly technique, and contemporary floorwork is highly desired.

 

Please note, dancers must audition in-person.

International dancers must provide proof of ability to work in the US.