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Audition for pilobolus

Pilobolus is looking for dancers with strong athleticism, theatrical physicality, and partnering skills who are willing to bare it all—sometimes even literally—on the stage or even the woods! Boldness, curiosity, and a deep desire for creative collaboration are coveted. 

Requirements:

  • Dancers must be eligible to work for a US-based employer and hold a valid passport

  • Must be available for rehearsals in Washington, CT

  • Must be willing and capable to travel domestically and internationally for performances

Contract: Minimum 20 weeks employment contract


HOW TO AUDITION

Our audition process will run in three phases: 1) first round auditions (video or in-person); 2) callback in NYC; and 3) final callback in Washington, CT for those who make it through phases 1 and 2. After each phase, we will contact all auditionees for next steps. Please read below for information about the process and associated dates and deadlines.

FIRST ROUND AUDITIONS:

Determine how you would like to audition: by video or in person. You must select only one method and may not do both. Video and in-person NYC auditionees will be evaluated as part of the first round auditions.

Click each option for details:

  • Submission deadline: April 1, 2024

    Step 1. Review and learn this short movement phrase.

    Step 2. Record one video that includes: you dancing this phrase AND 30 seconds of unedited improvisation AND 3 silly walks. State and spell your full name at the beginning of the video. (We are not looking at production value, please use any means of recording in any location.)

    Step 3. Upload your video to Vimeo or YouTube. Create a sharable link to include on your application form.

    Step 4. Complete the application form. You must include your headshot, resume/CV, and video link.

    The video submission period is now closed!

    If you have questions, contact info@pilobolus.org.

  • Audition date: May 4, 2024 (select time on form below)
    Location: 287 E 10th St., Studio 5, New York, NY 10009

    Step 1. Sign up to audition in person using the application form here:  Pilobolus Dancer In-Person Audition Registration Form
    Sign up deadline: April 29, 2024

    Step 2. Review and learn this short movement phrase. Be prepared to perform this  phrase on site with minimal instruction. You will also be asked to perform a 30-second improvisation.

    If you have questions, contact info@pilobolus.org.

 

SECOND ROUND CALLBACK - NYC:

Date: May 5, 2024, 10AM
Location: 287 E 10th St., Studio 5, New York, NY 10009
Time and specific location details will be disclosed in the invitation email or in person.

Dancers invited to return for second round audition will be informed as follows:

  • Video auditionees will be alerted via email by April 15

  • In-Person NYC auditionees will be alerted on audition day, May 4, if they will be invited to return

 

THIRD ROUND CALLBACK:

Date: May 6, 2024
Location: Washington, CT

Dancers selected for our final auditioning phase will be informed by the end of the second round callback on May 5. At that time, they will receive specific timing information for getting to CT. Travel costs via Metro-North to Brewster Station are the responsibility of the auditionee; Pilobolus will provide pickup at Brewster Station, and return to Brewster Station following the third round callback.

If you have questions about auditions, please email info@pilobolus.org.

 
 

COLLABORATORS:

Pilobolus is always interested in meeting creative people! People who are tenacious. Who push boundaries. Who work outside the lines, and make us say wow!

If you want to start a conversation with us about a potential project or collaboration, you may send questions, stories, materials, or proposals to us at info@pilobolus.org.

 

 

General Inquiries

We share all open job postings on our website and appropriate industry job boards.

You may always reach out with a general inquiry, in case there’s a position on the horizon that we’re not ready to list. If you’re a fit for an upcoming role with Pilobolus we’ll be sure to connect!

Due to the volume of inquiries we receive, we may not be able to respond to all messages.

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@pilobolus.org with your department or field, and your name in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

TO INQUIRE:

 
 

Pilobolus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.