Theatre & Dance Auditions
The Department of Theatre & Dance
Dance Major Audition
January 2024
Audition for the Dance Major at UNM!
The Bachelor of Arts in Dance presents a broad perspective on dance training within a liberal arts context. Students completing the B.A. in Dance are well prepared to pursue both graduate work and professional careers in Dance Education, Dance History/Criticism, and Dance Performance. The B.A. has two areas of concentration: Contemporary Dance and Flamenco.
The next audition to be accepted as a Dance major is on Friday, January 26, 2024.
Auditions will start at 10:00 at the Elizabeth Waters Center for The Arts in Carlisle Gym, with the following schedule:
- 10:00 / 10:30 – Ballet Barre;
- 10:35 / 11:05 – Modern/Contemporary floor/center combinations;
- 11:10 / 11:40 – Flamenco;
- 11:45 / 12:15 – Improvisation;
- 12:30 / 16:00 – Within 10 minutes intervals. Solo presentations and brief interview.
Dancers are encouraged to arrive at 9:30 am to complete any necessary written form and must be prepared to present a 1 minute long dance solo in the style of their choice.
How to Apply
• All students must be admitted to the University, whether as an incoming freshman, transfer student, or non-degree student. Apply online through the Admissions Department at UNM
•After meeting all CFA admission requirements, students must apply to become a declared major.
Academic Advisement
The College of Fine Arts Student Success & Advisement Center is committed to serve the UNM community with compassion, guidance, and respect as we promote academic excellence.
To speak with a CFA advisor, please call (505) 277-4817.