Company Audition Summer Program 2025

  • All dancers ages 7 + are welcome to audition for CDDS Company. 
  • Dancers should demonstrate progression of dance skills and maturity in class for their age, have good stage presence, express a passion for dance, be kind and a team player, have good attendance.
  • It is suggested to have 1 year of Level 1 before auditioning for Company. Age is a guideline.
  • Taking extra classes and private lessons are helpful for dancers with a goal of Company.
  • Primary level dancers may audition by invitation only.
  • Invitations to audition are sent to select students in the Spring. 
  • If your dancer is interested in Company please email us at info@CarolynDutraDanceStudio.com to discuss!
About Company

Program C: Ages 7-10, Level 1 & Primary * in 2024-2025 Season

Company Audition Workshop is designed to help dancers prepare and audition for the CDDS Company with curriculum to refine technique, hone skills, dance class etiquette and improve presentation. It will act as a strong tool in a focused setting with specialized attention to Company level requirements. This workshop is only for dancers interested in Company,  who are serious about reaching their dancing goal.  It is not a guarantee the dancer will advance to Company.  We hope to help them get there!
Dancers must also take 1 week of Dance Camp.
*Primary level dancers may attend by invitation only as it is suggested to have 1 year of Level 1 before auditioning. 

Details: Attend Audition Workshop & Camp, Program C
  • When:  
    • Dance Camp: July 15-18 10:45am-1:45pm (Warwick)
    • Company Audition Workshop: Monday, July 21-Thursday, July 24, 5:30-7:30pm (Warwick)
    • Block Company Choreography Week: Monday August 18 - Friday August 22 (Location TBD)
      • Specific days and times TBD. If your dancer starts school this week let us know asap so we can plan accordingly.
  • Cost: $330, Includes: Workshop,  Dance Camp, Audition Fee, August Rehearsals (if accepted)
  • Register: Deadline July 1. Class: Company Audition Program C (Ages 7-10), Session: Company Summer 2025
  • Dancers MUST be present all 4 days of the workshop and camp.
  • CLICK HERE for Camp details.
  • What to wear: Black leotard short/long sleeve, pink tights, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun, Ballet/Tap/Jazz shoes. No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class) Dress Code

Program B: Age 10-13, Level 2 in 2024-2025 Season

Details: Attend Summer Intensive & Monday Classes, Program B
  • When: 
    • Intensive - Monday, July 21-Thursday, July 24, 2:15-7pm (Warwick)
    • Audition Day - Friday, July 25, 10am-2pm (Warwick)
    • Company Mondays- July 14, August 4 , August 11, 4-8pm (Warwick)
    • Block Company Choreography Week: Monday August 18 - Friday August 22 (Location TBD)
      • Specific days and times TBD. If your dancer starts school this week let us know asap so we can plan accordingly.
  • Cost: $460, Includes: Summer Intensive, Company Monday Session, Audition Fee, August Rehearsals (if accepted)
  • Register: Deadline July 1. Class: Company Audition Program B (Ages 10-17), Session: Company Summer 2025
  • Dancers MUST be present for entire Company Intensive and Mondays.
  • What to wear: TBD by class, Ballet always pink tights, black leotard, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun. No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class) Dress Code

Some auditioning dancers ages 10-17 are invited to take select Company classes in the Spring. Contact us to schedule classes info@carolyndutradancestudio.com

Program A: Age 13-17, Level 3-5 in 2024-2025 Season

Details: Attend Summer Intensive & Monday Classes, Program A
  • When: 
    • Intensive - Monday, July 21-Thursday, July 24, 9:30am-2:45pm (Smithfield)
    • Audition Day - Friday, July 25, 10am-2pm (Warwick)
    • Company Mondays- July 14, August 4 , August 11, 4-8pm (Smithfield)
    • Block Company Choreography Week: Monday August 18 - Friday August 22 (Location TBD)
      • Specific days and times TBD. If your dancer starts school this week let us know asap so we can plan accordingly.
  • Cost: $460, Includes: Summer Intensive, Company Monday Session, Audition Fee, August Rehearsals (if accepted)
  • Register: Deadline July 1. Class: Company Audition Program B (Ages 10-17), Session: Company Summer 2025
  • Dancers MUST be present for entire Company Intensive and Mondays.
  • What to wear: TBD by class, Ballet always pink tights, black leotard, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun. No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class) Dress Code

Some auditioning dancers ages 10-17 are invited to take select Company classes in the Spring. Contact us to schedule classes info@carolyndutradancestudio.com

Company Audition Prep Class (Runs in session Winter & Spring)

This class is suggested for dancers ages 7-11 who are interested or plan to audition for Company this Summer or any student looking to further their dance technique in a focused class setting. It is designed to help dancers prepare for the Company Audition Workshop with curriculum to refine technique, hone skills , dance class etiquette and improve presentation. It's a great introduction to the Company experience.!
The session is a consistent curriculum and dancers must attend the entirety, no drop-ins.
  • Studio doors open 5 minutes before class and lock 5 minutes after class has begun. Doors reopen at the end of class.Timeliness is important.
  • Parents drop off and pick up at the front door. Waiting room is not open during class.
  • What to wear: Black leotard short/long sleeve, pink tights, hair pulled back neatly and securely in a bun, Ballet/Tap/Jazz shoes, black leggings for Jazz/Tap optional. Clothes and shoes should be presentable (clean, no holes). No jewelry besides small stud earrings (remove before class)
  • Bring a small sealable water bottle.
Auditioning dancers ages 12-17 are invited to take select Company classes in the Spring. Contact us to schedule classes info@carolyndutradancestudio.com