A Giordano show is always a multi-layered display of art and entertainment, not so much defying barriers and boundaries as transcending them.
AOTPR.COM
When the curtain falls and the evening ends, there are a lot of grateful, happily satisfied customers
Time Out Chicago
Giordano gave me confidence.
Adriana
4th Grade GDC outreach student
JAZZ DANCE WORLD CONGRESS
JAZZ DANCE WORLD CONGRESS
JAZZ DANCE WORLD CONGRESS
America's Original Jazz Dance Company
NEW YORK CITY
AUDITION
January 11, 2024 | Pace University
BECOME PART OF THE LEGACY
AUDTION DATE
Thursday, January 11, 2024
LOCATION
Pace University
Sands College of Performing Arts
140 Williams St
NY, NY
(Entrance on Fulton)
First floor dance studios 101/102
SCHEDULE
Registration for class and audition: 3:30pm
Master Class with Nan Giordano: 4:00 - 5:00pm
Audition only registration: 4:30pm
Audition: 5:00 - 7:00pm
PRICING
$25 Class only
No Audition fee
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REQUIREMENTS
Pre-registration required
Dance reel
8x10 headshot & dance shot
Resume & References
Ballet shoes, Jazz shoes, heels for women.
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Audition will consist of repertoire phrases, improvisation, and partnering.
AUDITION INFORMATION
Applicants must be versatile in various genres of dance and have a strong background in ballet/jazz technique and partnering skills. GDC is seeking dancers to perform male and female roles. Must be willing to relocate to Chicago, IL. Contracts for GDC's 62nd season begin July 2024 through June 2025. All positions are paid.
2024-2025 Giordano Dance Chicago
Main Company Contract
Giordano II Contract
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Contract ranges from 30-35 weeks with additional performances/corporate gigs
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National and International Touring
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Daily company class
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Choreography & Teaching Opportunities
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Health Club Membership
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Weekly Athletico physical therapy
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Option for Illinois Secure Choice Retirement Plan
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Outreach Opportunities
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NGCP® Certification Training in the Giordano Technique
GDC’s includes choreography by Al Blackstone, Joshua Blake Carter, Peter Chu, Brock Clawson, Marinda Davis, Autumn Eckman, Ron De Jesús, Randy Duncan, Gus Giordano, Nan Giordano, Liz Imperio, Roni Koresh, Ray Leeper, Jon Lehrer, Ray Mercer, Mia Michaels, Cesar G. Salinas, Kia Smith
ABOUT GDC
America’s original jazz dance company soars into their 61st season with energy and momentum. Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC) is an iconic cultural institution with deep roots in Chicago and around the globe. From its origins in founder Gus Giordano’s original school in Evanston, Ill, to its current incarnation as a Chicago-based world-class dance company, GDC boasts more than a half century of worldwide performances (28 countries, 47 states, more than 1300 cities). Entering her 39th season, Nan Giordano has led the company as Artistic Director, responsible for commissioning innovative choreographic works and mentoring thousands of aspiring dancers. The company is one of few in the world that has a foundational technique (NGCP©) with certified teachers in 36 states and 8 countries.
For questions, please contact Associate Artistic Director, Cesar G. Salinas
Email: cesarsalinas@giordanodance.org
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Photos by Michelle Reid & Todd Rosenberg