2026-2027 GDU STAR Competitive Dance Company Audition Information
What is a Competitive Dance Company?
Competitive dance is for the dancer who wants to become more involved in dance and take dance training to the next level. As a competitive dancer, one will receive advanced technical training that is designed to challenge and inspire growth both as a dancer and as a person. At GDU, we believe competitive dance also teaches important life lessons including teamwork, self confidence, dedication, and perseverance.
GDU Star Company is a serious commitment. Once you have committed to our company you must remember that we require you to make us your FIRST COMMITMENT. Classes, rehearsals, and performances must take precedence over all other extra-curricular activities.
What are dance competitions?
Dance competitions are events where dance studios in an area (usually the state) come together to compete against each other with pre-choreographed dance routines. Competition categories are generally grouped by dance style, group size, and age of competitor(s). A panel of professional judges will score the dance, and provide comments and critiques. Winners receive awards, prizes, and chances to compete at higher-level competition (National Championships).
Informative Company Meeting: Tuesday, April 28th 7:15-8:00
Audition Dance Combo Classes
Your dancer will need to attend the combo classes that best correlate with the desired company level for the 2026-2027 dance season in order to learn the combos performed during auditions. For example, if your dancer is currently 10 and plans to audition for Rising Stars, please come on May 16th to both the 5:00 Jazz and the 6:00 Lyrical Combo classes.
Mini/Shooting/Returning Sparkling
May 11th 6:15-7:00 Sparkling/Shooting Mini/Performance A Combo Ages 3-6
May 11th 7:00-7:45 Sparkling/Shooting Jr./Performance A Combo Ages 7-10
May 11th 7:45-8:45 Sparkling/Shooting Teen/Performance A Combo Ages 11 and up
Rising/Shining
May 11th 5:00-6:00 Jazz Combo for Rising/Shining Ages 10 and under
May 11th 6:00-7:00 Lyrical Combo for Rising/Shining Ages 10 and under
May 11th 6:00-7:00 Jazz Combo for Rising/Shining Ages 11-14
May 11th 7:00-8:00 Lyrical Combo for Rising/Shining Ages 11-14
May 11th 7:00-8:00 Jazz Combo for Rising/Shining Ages 15 and up
May 11th 8:00-9:00 Lyrical Combo for Rising/Shining Ages 15 and up
Dance Company Auditions: Saturday May 16th
* Please join the Rising/Shining Company audition that matches the dancer’s current grade level.
** Please join the Shooting/Sparkling Company audition that matches the dancer’s current age.
– Dancers will need to wear ALL black, have all dance shoes available, and have hair up in a nice, neat ponytail.
– Each dancer will need to pay an $40.00 audition fee (cash or check only).
– Dancers must be stretched and ready to audition at scheduled time.
– Please remember it is VERY IMPORTANT TO BE ON TIME TO ANY AUDITION!!
Saturday, May 16th Audition Times
9:00-10:00 Shooting/Returning Sparkling Star Company Ages 7-10**
10:15-11:00 Shooting/Returning Sparkling Star Company Ages 3-6**
10:15-11:15 Shooting/ Returning Sparkling Teen Company Ages 11 and up**
4:30-5:30 Rising/Shining Star Company Elementary School *
5:45-7:00 Rising/Shining Star Company High School
7:15-8:30 Rising/Shining Star Company Middle School*