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Dance accepts auditions in ballet, choreography, hip hop, jazz, modern/contemporary, tap, and world dance forms. The strongest auditions demonstrate a clear technique, a strong unique voice, and a creatively sophisticated sense of nuance and range.
hear FROM alumni & master artists
Ernest Baker | 2009 Winner in Dance
Andrea Murillo | 2006 Winner in Dance
Connor Yockus | 2014 Winner in Dance
Jorge "Fabel" Pabon | Master Artist in Dance
Victor Quijada | National Selection Panelist
Yara Travieso | 2005 Winner in Dance
SELECT PERFORMANCES FROM WINNERS
Alexa Flores | 2018 Winner in Modern/Contemporary
Akhilesh Vadari | 2018 Winner in Classic Indian
Sofia Gonzalez | 2018 Winner in Choreography
Elijah “IntEnsE” Muhammad | 2018 Winner in Hip Hop
Olufunmilayo Sofola | 2018 Winner in Tap
Luke Westerman | 2018 Winner in Ballet
About the Competition
For more information on the YoungArts' national arts competition, such as eligibility or how to apply, please visit our main competition page.
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