2026/27 Company Auditions
RESILIENCE Dance Company does not have open company positions available for the 2026/27 Season.
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Instead of holding formal auditions, we will be hosting an audition workshop on March 15th, 2026 in St. Louis, MO.
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Read on for more details
2026 Audition Workshop
Historically, RDC has hosted full day auditions that blend technique, repertoire, partnering, and creative process. With no registration fee to participate, we know many dancers attend our audition for experience, personalized feedback, and networking, in addition to seeking employment. Despite having no company positions available this upcoming season, we aim to preserve this community and educational space by hosting an Audition Workshop.
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How it works:
RDC will host two, pay-what-you-can workshops: a technique and rep workshop in the morning, and a partnering and creative process workshop in the afternoon.
Dancers can pre-register for one or both workshops using our Google Form by March 14th. Registration for each workshop will cap at 45 participants to ensure a safe and meaningful experience.
In addition, dancers may opt-in to receive personalized feedback via a virtual meeting following the audition. This opportunity will be limited to the first 30 dancers who opt-in, due to time constraints.
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Where: St. Louis Academy of Dance - 9656 Olive Blvd., Olivette, MO 63132
When: Sunday, March 15th
9am - 12pm: Technique and Rep Workshop
1pm - 4pm: Partnering and Creative Process Workshop
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Pre-Register below to reserve your spot
Email ehaussler@resiliencedancecompany.com with questions
Who Should Participate in the Audition Workshop:
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College upperclassmen looking for audition experience and feedback.
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Professional dancers interested in connecting with the company for future opportunities.
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Advanced dancers looking to grow their skills in contemporary partnering, release techniques, floorwork or creative process.
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Dancers interested in connecting with fellow movers and choreographers for collaborative opportunities.
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While there are no season positions available, RDC has historically contracted with (and paid) several local community artists for corporate events, community performances, and choreographic opportunities. We have a local network of artists to whom we reach out when these opportunities arise, and most of them had a touchpoint with the company like class or a previous audition experience. If you are interested in gigging with RDC and have the means to attend the workshop, we highly recommend it so we can get to know you!
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General Employment Details
listed for future reference - RDC has no 26/27 company positions available
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Rates: $16 - $17.50/hr*, W2 Employment. Paid hours include classes, rehearsals, and performances. Small performance bonuses and touring per diems offered as well.
Rehearsal Schedule: Mon-Th 9am - 1pm*
Typical Season: August - May
Resources and Healthcare: Free access to regular physical therapy, group mental health therapy, and massage therapy; Individual mental health counseling twice a month for a $15/session copay
Performances & Opportunities: 2-4 mainstage performance series & 4-6 community performances per season
Opportunities to choreograph, teach, and tour
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*Final rates and schedule will be confirmed in offered contracts, and may be updated prior to the audition​​
RDC looks for professional, confident dancers with distinct and developed artistic voices, who are excited to work collaboratively in modern, contemporary, and improvisational dance. Strong candidates will have professional experience and functional skills in contemporary partnering, floorwork, and release techniques.
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We are excited by artists who are skilled choice-makers, who move with presence and intention, and who show up as their full, authentic selves in the creative process.
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All Identities Welcome
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RESILIENCE Dance Company values and upholds individuals as their full and authentic selves. We welcome, include, and uplift diversity in all its forms, knowing that a diverse community of artists is essential to progressing the dance industry forward to a more equitable, accessible space. RDC works to create tangible platforms, opportunities, and programs that further promote our mission of inclusivity. We acknowledge the need for continual work, embracing critical reflection, conversation, and change.
Questions?
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We always aim to be fully transparent, especially during the audition process. Please don't hesitate to reach out to Emily at ehaussler@resiliencedancecompany.com with any questions, concerns, or accommodation requests.
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Audition Workshop open to those 18+.