AUDITIONS

Dance PlayHouse is seeking dance artists with strong modern dance technique and an interest in contributing to creative processes for their third season! Experience with partnering is a plus. Company members are paid a monthly stipend plus performance stipends. Opportunities to teach and choreograph are also available. 

We meet once a week for 3 hours on Sundays from September 2026-April 2027 in Grand Haven, MI. Our rehearsals start with company class for 1.5 hours, and consist of contemporary/modern technique led by the artistic director or a company member. 

Pay: $60-$200 monthly stipend + $25-$100 per performance

In-person audition
The in-person audition will be held at our regular rehearsal space in the Acacia Theatre in Grand Haven. It will be formatted like a typical company class, co-taught by Kelsey Lee and Lauren Sawson. Expect floorwork, contemporary modern phrase work, and improv. Dancers must register prior to the audition.

When: Sunday, March 29th, 2026 from 3-4:30pm
Where: Central Park Place 421 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Virtual auditions
Those auditioning virtually have until April 5th to send materials which include a headshot, resume/CV, and a 1-5 minute video of you dancing (can be from an improv, performance, or class). Materials can be sent by filling out the registration form.
When: Now- April 5th, 2026

*Dancers must be at least 18 years old to audition
*Both in-person and virtual auditions will be followed up with an informal phone or Zoom interview with the artistic director
*Dancers will be notified of their acceptance into the company no later than April 19th, 2026

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out at director.danceplayhouse@gmail.com