Audition Information
The Hosanna Performing Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization encouraging Christians and the communication of the gospel of Jesus Christ through the arts.​
A NOTE TO NEW FAMILIES:
Welcome! If this is your first time auditioning, we encourage both parents and dancers to read through our Audition FAQ below. Performing with HPAF is an exciting and wonderful opportunity for dancers, but it is also a big commitment. Make sure you read through all of the audition information and the audition packet before proceeding, and feel free to ask any questions. You can contact the board of directors at HPAFboard@gmail.com.
A NOTE TO RETURNING FAMILIES:
Welcome back! Every year we are trying to find ways to improve the show we present to the audience as well as providing the best possible experience for dancers and their families. Please contact us at HPAFboard@gmail.com with any questions or concerns or for ways you want to help. We look forward to seeing you at auditions for our 19th season! 
A Note from the Artistic Director to our Upper Level Dancers

​​Dear Level 3 and 4 Dancers,

This has been a looong year—full of uncertainty, modifications, disappointments, and hard fought victories. Based on the lack of upper level dancers enrolled in summer classes, it is clear many of you are wanting a break, and I completely understand. I am right there with you. 

However, we do have another Narnia season right around the corner, and we are all hopeful that we will be able to present the show in December, in a theater, and with our regular audience capacity.

This means that I need some dancers who are continuing to train for those higher level roles. I need dancers who are continuing to train on pointe, at least twice a week, through the summer, in order to be strong enough to perform on pointe in December safely. Of course, there is no obligation to take classes at Hosanna Dance, specifically. And if multiple classes a week is not something you can do this summer, that's just fine. There are different options and I will make choices that are best for the quality of the show and for the safety of the dancer. Specifically, pointe roles will either be modified to flat or will be given to guest performers.

This is not an attempt to shame or pressure anyone into taking classes that they really don't want to take this summer. I know this year has been hard, and I understand the need for a break. I only wanted to clarify that certain roles have training conditions, and therefore dancers will not be cast in those roles based solely on current level or age. I don't want this reality to be a shock to dancers if they do not get the roles they were expecting once the cast list is posted.

Tiese Morgan
Micah 6:8
​And what does the Lord require of you? 
To act justly and to love mercy and
to walk humbly with your God.
Micah 6:8 (NIV)

Audition info

Auditions for our 19th season are now closed.
Information on this page is for this season and for general info only.
Specific details for future auditions will be posted when appropriate
Who: 
Dancers aged 6* and older who have at least one year of dance training and are currently enrolled in a dance class.
*Dancers age 5 are allowed to audition but must turn 6 by September 1, 2020. See audition FAQ for details.

When: 
Level 2b and above:*

Age 6 through Level 2a:*

*Audition assignments are based on the Hosanna Dance Studio level you have completed in Ballet, Jazz, or Modern. (If you dance at another studio or are unsure what day you should attend, please email HPAFboard@gmail.com.)

Where:
Hosanna Dance Studio, 1361 River Road, Eugene Oregon.

What to bring:
 • Yourself, in dance attire and shoes, hair pulled back
 • Signed liability waiver 
 • Water
 • No extra items (please do not bring dance bags, extra clothes, etc.)

Participation fee:**
Registration fee: $75  
Registration deadline is a few days before auditions

**All fees are non-refundable.

We know that current events have caused economic hardship for some families. If our shortened timeline for registration causes financial strain, please contact the HPAF Board so we can work with you. You can email us at hpafboard@gmail.com or use our contact form.

Covid-19 guidelines for auditions:
In order to minimize risk for transmission of Covid-19, we will be using the following protocols during auditions:
-Dancers and their parents should respect the minimum social distancing of 6 feet.
​-Please be patient and flexible as we navigate adherence to all recommended guidelines for dance studios. 

Questions? 
See our Audition FAQ below. If you have other questions, please contact us at HPAFboard@gmail.com.
Audition FAQ
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Who can audition?
​Dancers age 6* and older who have at least one year of dance training. Dancers must have taken a technique class (ballet, jazz, or modern) during the 2020-21 school year and must commit to training during the 2021-22 school year.
​(*Dancers for the 2021 show must be age 6 by Sept. 1, 2021.)

Where are auditions?
Hosanna Dance Studio, 1361 River Road, Eugene Oregon. Directions. Dancers will line up in the alleyway between the studios and check in at the back door to A2. HPAF board members will be on hand to direct dancer flow.

What should I wear to the auditions?
Dancers should arrive with hair and clothes appropriate for a typical ballet class: hair pulled away from the face and completely out of the way; tight fitting dance clothes in solid colors; dance shoes. Shorts and t-shirts are not recommended. Full dance attire reflects better on the dancer's audition.

What should I bring to the auditions?
Please bring the signed liability waiver (downloadable from the website soon) and water. Please do not bring any dance bags, extra clothes, food, etc.

Do I need to be enrolled at Hosanna Dance in order to audition?
No. All dancers who audition for the 2021 show must have been enrolled in a dance class for the year before auditions (2020-21) as well as enroll for classes during the show year (2021-22), but that class does not have to be through Hosanna Dance. Please be advised that some roles might require enrolling in a dance class over the summer months and/or in specific classes in the fall.

Do I need to attend all audition nights?
No. It is only necessary to come to one night of auditions. If you need more information about which night to attend, please see the next question.

Which audition day and time should I attend?
Dancers should attend the scheduled audition time based on the last completed level in Ballet, Jazz, or Modern. These levels are based on Hosanna Dance Studio levels. If you attend another studio, please see the question below.

What if I attend a studio other than Hosanna Dance?
We welcome dancers from any dance studio! The Hosanna Performing Arts Foundation and Hosanna Dance Studio work closely together, but they are separate entities. If you attend a studio other than Hosanna Dance and have more questions about our program, please contact the Hosanna Performing Arts Foundation. We would be happy to have you join us.

When are pointe auditions?
Pointe auditions will take place as part of the regular auditions for levels 3–4. 

What are the procedures for auditions?
Because HPAF is using Hosanna Dance Studio’s facilities, we need to abide by the health and safety requirements mandated for dance studios. Dancers will:
 • use hand sanitizer when entering the building;
 • remain socially distanced both inside and outside the studio; and
 • wear a mask when entering and while inside the building

What if my dancer has a fever?
If your dancer is sick or has any symptoms such as a cough or a fever, please keep them home! In the event that a dancer registers as having a fever when checking in for auditions, that dancer will be sent home with instructions for making up their audition. This will not affect casting decisions in any way.

What if my dancer can’t attend the scheduled audition time?
Due to summer plans, we know that some people will have a conflict with their scheduled audition time. If your dancer has a conflict, please email the HPAF board for accommodations (HPAFboard@gmail.com). In some cases, dancers might be put into a different audition group; in other cases, dancers will be asked to send in a video audition. (In any audition scenario, all dancers will receive equal treatment at casting time and won't be at any disadvantage.)

Will there be a parent meeting during auditions? 
No, there will not be a parent meeting during auditions. Instead, we will be releasing a parent info packet with the information we would normally have discussed at the parent meeting. If enough questions arise from the parent info sheet, we will look at having a Q&A session either in person or via zoom at a later date.

Can parents stay on site during auditions?
Due to space limitations, parents will need to wait outside the building or off-premises during auditions, with the exception that one parent or guardian may stay with their dancer while waiting in line to check in. Ideally, we ask that you stay within 10 minutes drive of the studio so that you are nearby when your dancer is finished and ready for pick up. We will do our best to approximate ending times. Please note: We also need parents to remain socially distanced while on Hosanna Dance property.

How long do the auditions last?
Unfortunately we can't predict how long the auditions will last, as it is dependent on how many dancers want to audition. All dancers should be prepared to stay as long as necessary, knowing that we will release dancers as soon as we can.

What is the participation fee?
In order to cover the costs of studio time, instruction time, and dancer t-shirts, we charge a non-refundable participation fee for each dancer. In return, the dancers receive weeks of top-quality dance instruction that we believe far outweighs the cost.

When will audition results be posted?
The cast list is posted as soon as it is available... sometimes within a few weeks after the auditions are completed, but sometimes longer. A lot of thought and prayer is put into the decisions. We will do our best to get the cast list out as soon as possible.

Where will audition results be posted?
The cast list will be posted on the dancer page.

Where can I find information about rehearsal schedules?
In general, we rehearse Saturday and sometimes Sundays from late August until show week. The week of the show we expect dancers to be available every night of the week. Specific rehearsal times will be posted on the Dancer Links page as it becomes available. 

What if I have more questions?
​If you have any further questions, please contact the Hosanna Performing Arts Foundation.
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