Ballet Theatre Company’s Corps de Ballet 2020-2021 Terms and Conditions
Overview Ballet Theatre Company (BTC) offers students a unique opportunity for young aspiring dancers to perform in professional ballet productions as part of BTC’s Corps de Ballet. Dancers with two (2) years of pointe experience or more are eligible to audition (BTC Pointe 1 students may be recommended to audition by BTC’s Artistic Director).
The mission of BTC’s Corps de Ballet is to provide serious dancers the opportunity to train at a high caliber, experience professional dance at a young age, and, if interested, prepare for a future in dance. Members of the Corps de Ballet learn the importance of discipline and goal setting, leadership skills, working well with others, and professionalism in and out of the performing arts world.
Corps de Ballet dancers rehearse repertoire, are given several performance opportunities, and are exposed to studio choreographic processes not only with BTC’s Artistic Staff, but with guest artists throughout the year. Members may also be considered for the opportunity to dance alongside professional dancers in large stage productions. It is understood, however, that performing is a privilege and not a right. It is not guaranteed that all members of the Corps de Ballet will be invited to participate in every performance.
Audition Membership is based upon the Corps de Ballet annual audition. Corps de Ballet Audition for the 2020-2021 Season Date: Sunday, May 17, 2020 Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm Location: 20 Jefferson Ave, West Hartford, CT
Membership Expectations Members of the Corps de Ballet are expected to: 1. Attend all company classes, intensives, auditions, rehearsals, events, and productions. a. All conflicts must be communicated in writing to BTC’s Artistic Staff at least one month in advance. 2. Obtain passing grades in school. School work should always be first priority and dancers should be just as proud of their work in school as their work in the studio. 3. Volunteer time and service at all company fundraising initiatives to act as role models amongst BTC’s student body. 4. Treat BTC staff, faculty, guest teachers and choreographers with respect and kindness. 5. Treat fellow Corps de Ballet dancers and apprentices with respect and kindness. 6. Act as a role model in attitude, language, focus, work ethic, and demeanor in and out of the studio. 7. Practice good citizenship at all times. Dancers are not only representing BTC at BTC events, but in all public occasions.
Ballet Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization www.dancebtc.org 20 Jefferson Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110 [email protected] Ballet Theatre Company’s Corps de Ballet 2020-2021 Terms and Conditions
Training Requirements Members of the Corps de Ballet are required to: 1. Attend the Corps de Ballet Summer 2020 Intensive (August 17-21) 2. Enroll in all Company Classes (Corps de Ballet classes) offered 3. Attend all required Ballet Technique Classes offered in the appropriate level at Ballet Theatre Company 4. Attend one Pointe Class in the appropriate level at Ballet Theatre Company 5. Attend one Variation Class in the appropriate level at Ballet Theatre Company
Fee The annual fee for BTC’s Corps de Ballet is $5200. This fee includes: 1. Two Company Classes (Friday evening and Saturday morning) for the entire 2020/21 Academic year 2. Three Ballet Technique Classes, one Pointe Class, and one Variation Class per week for the entire 2020/21 Academic Year 3. Corps de Ballet Summer Intensive (August 17-21); Full Week Intensive is $300 (which is typically valued at $625) 4. All audition fees for BTC productions 5. All performance fees for major productions 6. Participation in smaller performances & events 7. All rehearsals associated with productions and events 8. An exclusive Corps de Ballet leotard to be worn during company classes, rehearsals and productions 9. All production costuming *Corps de Ballet dancers may also register for additional electives at a discounted rate. Please contact the BTC office for additional details.
Non-BTC Dancer Requirements Dancers who do not attend Ballet Theatre Company’s associated training school must have his/her training schedule approved by the Artistic Director of BTC and the Artistic Director of their training school. In addition, the dancer must enroll in both Company Classes offered at BTC. The fee for this curriculum is $1850 which includes items 1-2 and 4-9 listed above.
Other Costs All dancers are expected to purchase and provide all tights, leotards, shoes, and other items needed in order to participate fully in rehearsals and performances. The above fees do not include any tickets or discounts to BTC performances or any merchandise items including t-shirts, performance DVDs, etc.
School Credit Corps de Ballet dancers attending West Hartford Public High Schools may be eligible to receive credit through the West Hartford Independent Study program for their work with Ballet Theatre Company.
Ballet Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization www.dancebtc.org 20 Jefferson Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110 [email protected] Ballet Theatre Company’s Corps de Ballet 2020-2021 Terms and Conditions
BTC’s Corps de Ballet Summer Intensive Corps de Ballet dancers are required to attend the Corps de Ballet summer intensive from August 17-21. The intensive will include BTC's Professional Season Dancers and will be led by Artistic Director, Stephanie Dattellas. The intensive will be ballet and pointe focused and include learning new repertoire for the season’s performances and events.
2020-2021 Season Calendar More information about BTC’s 2020-2021 performance season and events will be released at a later date. As stated above, members of the Corps de Ballet are expected to participate in all performances in which they are cast and volunteer their time and service at all fundraising events. Thank you for your patience in awaiting further information about the upcoming season.
Ballet Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization www.dancebtc.org 20 Jefferson Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110 [email protected]