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  THE DANCER'S AUDITION GUIDE
THE DANCERS AUDITION GUIDE
 
Do you ever ask yourself…
  • How can I build my confidence to improve my auditions?
  • What are some secrets to catching a choreographer or directors attention?
  • Do I know what my audition strengths and weaknesses are, and how do I turn my weaknesses in to strengths?
  • If I don’t sing, can I still pursue a career in Musical Theatre?
We all know that auditions can create stress and can sometimes be uncomfortable. Auditioning is a skill, and successful artists study audition technique just as they practice their dance or vocal technique. Christopher Freer  (Clear Talent Group) and Nikole Vallins (Binder Casting) have cast and represented dancers in such shows as Wicked, Little Mermaid, Spamalot and A Chorus Line, as well as dozens of commercials, music videos and feature films. They know what the people on the other side of the table are looking for and will give you all of the tools to effectively present yourself.

Your seminar will begin with a simulated dance audition (dance combination will be taught by Rachel Bress, Associate Choreographer of “9 to 5”). You will then participate in a group vocalization and have the option to sing your 16-bar audition song.   A picture and resume consultation will follow with a re-cap of the day and a Q&A session with Christopher and Nikole.

Spend the day getting to know two very influential and well-respected people in the industry, and profit from their experience and expertise. If you are serious about booking the jobs you audition for, this day is a must!

Please bring: jazz shoes, character shoes, your audition book (if you have one), headshot and resume, appropriate dance and singing audition attire.

The Dancer's Audition Guide$70
Class is limited to 30. Reserve your spot today!
WHO Christopher Freer, Clear Talent Group & Nikole Vallins, Binder Casting
WHAT The Audition Experience
WHEN Sunday, February 22nd, 12:30pm – 5pm
WHERE Alvin Ailey Studios, 405 W. 55th Street - corner of 9th (enter on 55th betw 9th &10th)
WHY
    • How can I build my confidence to improve my auditions?
    • What are some secrets to catching a choreographer or directors attention?

    • Do I know what my audition strengths and weaknesses are, and how do I turn my weaknesses to strengths?

    • If I don’t sing, can I still pursue a career in Musical Theatre?

    • Get the answers to all of these questions and the tools to master your future audtions from New York City’s top Talent Agent and Casting Director!



    $70.00


    The Dancer's Audition Guide

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    Teacher's Bio
    		 

    NIKOLE VALLINS has worked in casting for the past five years. Trained as a dancer from a young age, Nikole primarily works on dance related shows and projects, working with choreographers such as; Warren Carlyle, Randy Skinner, Kathleen Marshall, Bob Avian, Baayork Lee, Joey McKneely and Joshua Bergasse. She currently works at Binder Casting where recent projects include; *A Chorus Line, Irving Berlin's White Christmas, Gypsy, National tour of Dreamgirls, Grease, Disney's The Lion King, Turn of The Century*(directed by Tommy Tune), *An American in Paris* and the City Center Encores! series. She also worked on the dance casting for the feature films of *Hairspray* and *Nine*. Prior to working at Binder Casting, Nikole worked at Dave Clemmons Casting where she worked on the national tours of *Contact, Cats, West Side Story, Dr Dolittle, Crazy for You* and *Evita.*

    CHRISTOPHER FREERis the Director of Operations for Clear Talent Group in NYC. Born and raised in New York, Christopher trained as an agent in Los Angeles before opening the NYC office of Clear Talent Group in 2003. Christopher attended Boston University where he majored in International Relations. Currently, he has clients in Wicked – all North American companies, In the Heights, The Color Purple – National Tour, The Little Mermaid, Spamalot, Pal Joey and Equus to name just a few. Christopher’s clients have been nominated for Tony Awards and received numerous other awards and honors, such as a Theatre World Award. Theatrically, the office has had clients work on the pilots of both Ugly Betty and Lipstick Jungle, Gossip Girls, 30 Rock and the current MTV produced American Mall. A former dancer, Christopher opened CTG NYC in part to establish a commercial dance presence in the city. As a talent agent representing talent for commercials, music videos, feature films, and theatre he is able to serve the dance community completely. The NYC dance department has had clients dance with Beyonce, Alicia Keys and Jennifer Lopez as well as major features like I Am Legend, Step Up 2, Across the Universe and Bob Zemeckis’ A Christmas Carol to be released in 2009.

    Christopher worked with the National Association of Talent Representatives as part of their negotiating committee in preparation for the Production Contract negotiations between Actor’s Equity Association and the League of Producers over the summer.