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2005 Crimson and Gold Dance Team |
Crimson and Gold Dancers |
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Crimson and Gold Dance Team Audition Information Saturday, April 19, 2008 And Sunday, April 20, 2008
The auditions will be held in the John Lance Arena, which is located on the east side of the campus. Please refer to the map on the university web site (www.pittstate.edu) for directions. Schedule of Events Saturday, April 19, 2008 9:30 a.m. –Registration 10:00 a.m. –Technique 11:00 a.m.-Begin Learning Dance 12:00 p.m. –Lunch Break (Lunch will be on your own) 1:00 p.m. –Clinic will continue 3:00 p.m. –Clinic will end
Sunday, April 20, 2008 9:00 a.m. –Warm-up/Practice 9:30 a.m. –Registration 10:00 a.m. –Official Tryouts will begin
Important Audition Information Girls participating in the clinic and trying out will have to have proof of a completed physical within the last year and a copy of current insurance. If these items are not presented, unfortunately you will not be able to participate. Please dress comfortably and wear dance or tennis shoes as we may be on the main gym floor. The results from the tryouts will be provided immediately following the audition. If you would like any additional information please contact Missy Hinton.
Audition Fee For everyone trying out there will be a try out fee in the amount of $20.00. This will need to be provided on Saturday, along with your physical and insurance. If you have any difficulties with the fee, please contact Missy.
Example of the Score Sheet (This is not the exact score sheet that will be used at tryouts, but it will give you a general idea of how the audition will be conducted.) Leaps 1 2 3 4 5 Turns 1 2 3 4 5 Kicks 1 2 3 4 5 Technique 1 2 3 4 5 Jazz 1 2 3 4 5 Hip Hop 1 2 3 4 5 Memory 1 2 3 4 5 Timing 1 2 3 4 5 Presentation 1 2 3 4 5 Overall 1 2 3 4 5
Technique Technique will be reviewed throughout the clinic and will be required during the audition. Typically, we focus on the following technical skills (however, they are subject to change): *Double Turn *Turns in Second *Switch Leap *Splits
Audition Routine The tryout routine will be choreographed and taught by the upcoming captains. It will be approximately thirty seconds in length. The routine typically includes both jazz and hip hop.
Additional Audition Information Each participate will tryout in front of a panel of judges in groups of two or more. The participant may be asked to answer a short question regarding contribution to the team, ask to perform technique, and then asked to complete the routine provided during the clinic on Saturday.
General Information The Crimson and Gold Dance Team performs during half times and sidelines during all home football games during the fall semester, and all men and women’s basket ball games (there are also some out of town performances required). During the football season the dancers participate with the Pride of the Plains Marching Bands and dance to routines choreographed by the captains during basketball. The team participates in many fundraising events throughout the year and participates in many events throughout the community. The team practices Monday through Friday for two hours a day. The main purpose of the Crimson and Gold Dance Team is to assist in creating school spirit and supporting activities at Pittsburg State University and the community of Pittsburg.
Contact Information Missy Hinton Coach/Sponsor 1274 S. 220th Pittsburg, KS 66762 Phone: 620-231-0424 620-232-4668 (cell ) or 620-230-9752 mphinton02@yahoo.com or mhinton@discovery2.org |