The dance audition, offered three times per year, is required for admission to all three dance programs (BFA in Dance, BA/BS in Dance, and Minor in Dance). Audition applications must be received in the Department of Dance at least one week prior to the date you wish to audition.
A short, verbal introduction stating why you want to study dance at SUNY Brockport and your career goals.
A short sample, no more than four minutes, of a warmup of your choice. (ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, African, etc.)
A short, no longer than four minutes, combination in the style of your choice. (modern, ballet, African, hip-hop, jazz, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Everyone who wishes to major (BFA and BA/BS) or minor in dance is required to audition to be accepted into the Department of Dance. The dance audition is a separate process from University admission and can be taken before or after applying to the University. All students who wish to attend Brockport as Dance majors must be accepted to both the University and Department of Dance to enroll in dance major classes. Several non-major dance classes are available to students not accepted into the Dance Department.
Auditions are held three times per year and applicants may come on the date of their choice. Auditions begin at 9 am. The auditions during the academic year are on:
The Department of Dance is housed in Hartwell Hall. You should go directly to the department office, room 141 (located just off the lobby), at least 45 minutes before the audition begins. You will be given the audition schedule and information about the studios, restrooms and other locations. Brief facility tours will be offered prior to the audition.
Dancewear that is form fitted, that you are comfortable in and that allows us to see your alignment. You should take the ballet segment in ballet slippers and the modern dance segment in bare feet.
The two-hour audition consists of a technique class with both modern and ballet components followed by the performance of one-minute self-choreographed solos by each auditioning student. The solo can be in the dance style of your choice. (No costumes or tap shoes, please.) Music can be played from a phone or iPod.
Visitors are not permitted to observe the class or solos.
The purpose is to provide the dance faculty an opportunity to assess your current technical level as well as your potential for development.
Following the technique class and solos, auditioning students and family members will gather in Hartwell Theater for an information session with the department of dance faculty, students, and an Admissions representative. There they will receive information about the department, different degree options, and have an opportunity to ask questions.
Notification emails will be sent within two weeks after the audition to the email address provided on the application. Dancers not accepted to the dance program are permitted to re-audition in another academic year after completion of additional study. Several dance classes are scheduled each semester for non-majors in ballet, modern, African, tap, and other styles.
Parking permits can be purchased at the Office of Parking Services for $5/day. Parking Services is located in the Raye H. Conrad Welcome Center at the corner of New Campus Drive and Commencement Drive. Their hours are Monday-Friday, 7:45 am - 3:30 pm. On street parking may also be available on College Street or Monroe Avenue in front of Hartwell Hall.
Among the motels and bed and breakfast establishments in and around Brockport are:
Dollinger’s Inn and Suites Lake Road (south of routes 19 and 31) (585) 395-1000
Hampton Inn Brockport Lake Road (south of routes 19 and 31) Phone: (585) 391-6747
Victorian Bed & Breakfast 320 Main Street Phone: (585) 637-7519
Bed and Breakfast at the White Farm 854 White Road (10 minutes west of Brockport) Phone: (585) 637-0459
Phone Numbers You Might Need
Department of Dance: (585) 395-2153 Financial Aid: (585) 395-2501 Undergraduate Admissions: (585) 395-2751
For specific information, please contact:
Department of Dance SUNY Brockport 350 New Campus Drive Brockport, NY 14420-2939 Phone: (585) 395-2153 Fax: (585) 395-5134 Email:dance@brockport.edu
