BCA Summer Intensive 2010 Audition #2 TODAY February 28!
 Missed BCA's first Summer Intensive 2010 audition? Then, don't fret. BCA will hold a second summer intensive audition Sunday, February 28, 2010 from 1p to 3p at the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s Temporary Studios, 193 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC. The audition is for both the Intermediate Program (10 to 12 year olds) and the Advanced Program (13 year olds and over).
Dancers must pay a $20 registration fee, submit a completed audition application form, and a photograph showing first arabesque. The photo does not need to be professional quality and will not be returned. Girls must wear full-length pink tights, black leotards, and pink ballet shoes. Girls should also bring pointe shoes. Boys must wear full-length black tights, white T-shirts, and black or while ballet shoes. The audition will consist of a two-hour ballet class. Dancers will be notified of their status within 10 days of their audition. You may pre-register for an audition space by contacting BCA's summer program at 828-255-5777 or emailing us at angielynnballet@cs.com.
Download the Summer Intensive 2010 Audition Two Flyer
Can't Audition In-Person for BCA's Summer Intensive 2010? No problem!
If an interested dancer cannot audition in-person for BCA's Summer Intensive 2010, they are encouraged to submit their application by videotape. To do so, submit a video application form, two letters of recommendation, and a DVD or VHS videotape. The videotape should be no longer than 10 minutes and include adagio, pirouettes, petite and grand allegro. Females should include pointe work. In addition, the videotape should include poses in tendu a la seconde and first arabesque. Dancers who apply by videotape will be notified of their status within 10 days of the receipt of their application package. Completed videotape admission packages should be sent to:
By Hand: Ballet Conservatory of Asheville Temporary Studios 193 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801
By Mail: Ballet Conservatory of Asheville 36 Griffing Blvd., Asheville, NC 28804
Download the Summer Intensive 2010 Video Application
Summer Audition #1 and #2 Notification
Dancers who auditioned for BCA's Summer Intensive on Sunday, February 7, 2010 will be notified of the result of their audition by February 17, 2010. Please make sure to check your email for your audition status.
Dancers who auditioned for BCA's Summer Intensive on Sunday, February 28, 2010 will be notified of the result of their audition by March 10, 2010. Please make sure to check your email for your audition status.
Summer Audition Dancer List
Looking for a ride to an audition? Or maybe just an audition buddy? Then check out our Summer Audition Dancer List. This is a list of BCA dancers, what programs they're auditioning for, and the dates. It's a great resource for dancers and their parents. Plus, if you're going to an audition and would like to be included in the list, please call us at 828-255-5777 or email us at angielynnballet@cs.com.
Go to the BCA Summer Audition Dancer List
Sign-up for your Private Summer Info Session
If you missed the Summer Info Session on January 9th, don't worry! Angie and Wayne will be happy to meet privately with interested dancers and their parents to discuss their career goals and summer plans. Just see Angie at the Front Desk for more details and to sign-up.
Don't forget: If you're serious about pursuing a career in dance, going to college for dance, or just want to keep your options open, then summer ballet study is a must.
Download the BCA Summer Intensive 2010 Info Pack
Ace That Summer Audition!
"As with any audition," says Lauren Kay of Dance Magazine, "your success comes down to more than good, solid technique. The impression you make also depends on your attitude, presentation, and state of mind, since panelists look for strong dancers who are also promising students."
Download Dance Magazine's "Summer Study Guide 2010: Ace the Summer Study Audition"
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BCA's Summer Program
Accepted Dancers Get Your Forms In ASAP!
First off, if you've been accepted to BCA's Summer Intensive, congrats! We have an exceptional summer planned for you and your gifted fellow students, including challenging classes, guest teachers such as Amanda Edge of New York City Ballet, and a brand-new, state-of-the-art dance facility. In addition, we have organized lots of fun events and excursions planned in the beautiful surroundings of Western North Carolina! We believe we have put together a program that is second-to-none and we hope you will accept our offer and join us this summer.
If you decide to accept our offer, please download the BCA Summer Intensive 2010 Registration Packet by clicking on the link below. This packet contains important information about the summer intensive registration process, registration and housing forms, summer showcase, special excursions, and much more. Make sure to read it thoroughly. Then, return to us by February 28, 2010 a completed Summer Intensive 2010 registration form and a non-refundable $500 tuition deposit.
If you have been accepted into the Advanced Program and wish to reserve housing at the University of North Carolina Asheville (UNCA), please return to us by February 28, 2010 a completed housing rules form and an additional non-refundable $500 housing deposit.
Download the Summer Intensive 2010 Registration Packet
If we do not receive your registration form and deposit by February 28, 2010, your spot in the Summer Intensive will be returned to the open application pool. And while that will not change your acceptance status, your place in the program will not be assured.
Given that our intensive admits only 16 dancers to each program, we strongly encourage accepted dancers planning to attend the BCA intensive to return their completed form and deposit as soon as possible to:
By Hand: Ballet Conservatory of Asheville Temporary Studios 193 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801
By Mail: Ballet Conservatory of Asheville 36 Griffing Blvd., Asheville, NC 28804
If you have questions about your status, registration, or the summer intensive in general please call us at 828-255-5777, or email us at angielynnballet@cs.com. We would be delighted to answer any questions or concerns you may have. In addition, we encourage you to become a fan of BCA on Facebook. This is a great way to following the happenings around BCA and the summer intensive. You can become a fan of BCA on Facebook by clicking here.
BCA's launches its first first Ballet Intensive runs June 28 to July 23!
Ballet Conservatory of Asheville will hold its ballet intensive June 28 to July 23, 2010. The intensive will include an Advanced program for ages 13 and up and an Intermediate program for ages 10 to 12. Both programs are geared toward talented dancers with a serious interest in ballet. Dancers can pick and choose which of the four weeks they would like to attend. However, they are strongly encouraged to attend all four weeks unless they have another summer intensive commitment.
Week 1: June 28-July 4
Week 2: July 5-11
Week 3: July 12-18
Week 4: July 19-23
Classes include intense, professional instruction in ballet, pointe, partnering, men's class, modern, and jazz. Admission is by audition or videotape. Because each program is limited to 16 places, dancers can expect an extremely high level of individualized attention and coaching. Teaching in the program will be BCA's Angie Lynn and Wayne Burritt. Headlining the roster of guest teachers is former New York City Ballet dancer Amanda Edge. Room & Board for dancers in the Advanced program is provided by the University of North Carolina at Asheville.
Download the BCA Summer Intensive 2010 Info Pack
New York City Ballet Star Amanda Edge Headlines BCA's Prestigious Faculty
Amanda was born in Austin, Texas and began her training with Ballet Austin and Pat Mitchell. She continued her dance studies in Brasilia, Brazil; at The North Carolina School of the Arts; the Hungarian National Ballet School, and The School of American Ballet. Invited to join the New York City Ballet at the age of seventeen, Amanda performed principal roles in ballets by Balanchine (Harlequinade, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Tarantella, Emeralds) and Jerome Robbins (Fancy Free, West Side Story), and was featured in works by Peter Martins, Christopher Wheeldon and Susan Stroman. more
Admission & Fees
Admission to the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville 2010 Summer Intensive is by audition or video tape. Because both programs are limited to only 16 dancers each, the selection process will be extremely competitive. Dancers are admitted on a "rolling admission" basis, meaning the first 16 qualified applicants in each program are awarded places. As a result, we encourage applicants to apply by videotape or audition as soon as possible. Tuition is $450 per week and
Room & Board is $425 per week. more
Curriculum
Dancers will be in class or rehearsal from approximately 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturdays. An end-of-session performance will be held on Friday, July 23, 2010. In addition, evening hours and Sundays will be filled with special events, history lessons, ballet movies, and excursions to Asheville and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Classes include intense, professional instruction in ballet, pointe, partnering, men's class, modern, and jazz. In addition, classes will be offered in Pilates, Nutrition, and Dance History. more
Downloads
Download important summer information, including applications and registration forms. more
FAQ: Summer Ballet Intensives
What is a summer ballet intensive?
A summer ballet intensive is a four to five week ballet training program for dancers 10 and up. Classes last all day and are usually held everyday except Sunday. Most programs include performances, special events, and field trips. Summer ballet intensives are held all over the country. A four week intensive can run $3,000 to $4,000, including Room & Board. Auditions or videotapes are almost always required for admission. more
Housing, Room & Board
Room & Board for dancers in the Advanced program (ages 13 and up) is provided by the University of North Carolina at Asheville (UNCA). Rooms are double-occupancy, dorm-style. Meals include breakfast, a bag lunch, and an evening meal. All dancers will be chaperoned by BCA staff 24/7. Dancers in the Intermediate program are welcome to attend the intensive but must make their own housing arrangements. UNCA is just five minutes from BCA's studios and is one of the most picturesque universities in the U.S. more
More Info
Ballet Conservatory of Asheville's Temporary Studios
193 Charlotte Street
Asheville, NC 28801
828-255-5777
angielynnballet@cs.com
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Outside Summer Programs
Going away for a summer ballet intensive can be a great experience.
There's no doubt about it: Ask any successful ballet dancer and they'll tell you going away in the summer to a ballet intensive is one of the best things you can do. You get a chance to take class from different teachers. You get to visit cities and studios you've not seen before. And you get to make new friendships that can last a lifetime.
And best of all: You get to take A LOT of class.
Why is summer study so important? The fact is if you're 10 years or older -- and have a serious interest ballet -- the days of taking the summer off are long gone. You need those precious weeks -- which are free from the pressures of school work -- to really train your body.
It also gives you a sneak peak into how the competition shapes up in ballet class. And that's an important edge to have if you're going to succeed in the ballet business.
In general, we encourage BCA dancers to take their first summer intensive at BCA. That way they'll get excellent training, learn what a summer intensive is like, and still have the comforts of home. After that first summer, they'll most likely be ready to dance at a summer intensive away from home.
And don't forget: Auditioning for summer programs is a great experience, even if you decide not to go away in the summer.
To get started make sure to check our BCA's Summer Programs 2010 Audition Guide and Audition Schedule below.
Summer Programs 2010 Audition Guide
Our Summer Programs 2010 Audition Guide will give you a list of factors to take into consideration when searching for a summer program. Some of our pointers are straight-forward and others are tips and tricks we've learning from being in the business a while.
Download the BCA Summer Programs 2010 Audition Guide
Summer Programs 2010 Audition Schedule
We've compiled a handy list of summer programs, including audition dates, audition locations, admission competition, and our comments. We've sent dancers to many of these programs. But the list isn't exhaustive: There are many fine programs not mentioned. So, make sure to do your homework!
Download the BCA Summer Programs 2010 Audition Schedule
FAQ: BCA's Summer Ballet Intensive
How many levels are there at BCA's intensive?
BCA's ballet intensive will include an Advanced program for ages 13 and up and an Intermediate program for ages 10 to 12. Both programs are geared toward talented dancers with a serious interest in ballet. more
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