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Nansemond River Marching WarriorsAnnouncesSpring Clinics and Audition InformationFor the NRHS Platinum Dolls Dance TeamWe are pleased to announce information for spring clinics and auditions for the Platinum Dolls Dance Team. Those interested in auditioning will have two opportunities to audition. Any candidates that do not make the team at the first audition will be allowed to audition a second time at the second audition. See below for further details.Spring Clinics ScheduleMarch 18th – 19th3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Friday) 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Saturday)April 8th – 9th3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Friday) 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Saturday)April 11th – 13th 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Spring Band Clinic (Mandatory) AUDITION ROUTINES WILL BE TAUGHTApril 14th3:00 p.m.First Dance Team AuditionAugust TBD3:00 p.m.Second Dance Team AuditionAudition Requirements:Must be a current or rising freshman student at Nansemond River High SchoolMust be able to demonstrate with a certain level of proficiency basic dance skills, poise and enthusiasm, and perform for a panel of judges routines that will be taught by the dance team coordinator.MUST attend AT LEAST ONE spring dance clinic in addition to the mandatory Spring Band Clinic, which is scheduled for April 11th-13th.Dancers will be asked to demonstrate the following basic dance skills in the audition, along with the stand routines and performance routine that will be taught.Splits (right, left, center)Front Heel StretchSide Heel StretchSplit Leap (Grand Jete)Kicks (Front, Side, Hitch)Single PirouetteDouble PirouetteToe Touch JumpDancers may also be asked to give a brief statement about why they would like to be a member of the Platinum Dolls dance team. It is highly recommended that dancers attend as many of the clinics as possible so that they will have sufficient time to learn and master these basic dance skills. Audition Attire: Black leotard Black, pink or tan (nude, skin toned, etc) dance tights Black or Red gym shortsDance shoes (Dance sneaker, ballet slipper, jazz shoe or a soft tennis shoe (e.g. Reebok Classic, Keds, etc.) Nike Air Force Ones or Basketball sneakers are not acceptable. If an acceptable shoe cannot be found, dancers may audition barefoot, but we don’t encourage this because of the dance surface.Cost and Entry Deadlines:March Spring Dance Clinic Only$30.00Due March 11thApril Spring Dance Clinic Only$30.00Due April 1stBoth Spring Dance Clinics $50.00 Due March 11thApril Spring Band ClinicNo chargeRegistration and money should be given to Mr. Woodis in the NRHS Band Room no later than the deadlines stated.We prefer cash or money orders. Money orders should be made out to Nansemond River High School Band. (NO Checks will be accepted) Make money orders payable to Nansemond River High School.Platinum Dolls Membership Requirements:Must be a current or rising freshman student at Nansemond River High SchoolMust agree to all terms and conditions for membership set forth by Nansemond River High School, Mr. Woodis, the Director of bands and Ms. Zachery, Dance Team coordinatorMust agree to attend all dance team and marching band rehearsals held at the school during the performance seasonMust agree to attend both Spring and Summer band campsMust agree to participate in both band and dance team fund raising activities.PLATINUM DOLLS SPRING DANCE CLINICS REGISTRATIONName: ________________________________________Grade: ___________________________________________Phone No: ____________________________________Email: ____________________________________________T-Shirt Size: ________________I will be attending: _____ March 18th – 19th$30_____ April 8th – 9th$30_____ Both Dance Clinics$50Amount enclosed: _________Payment Received: Date: _________ By: __________________________________ (For Band Staff use)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PLATINUM DOLLS SPRING DANCE CLINICS REGISTRATIONName: ________________________________________Grade: ___________________________________________Phone No: ____________________________________Email: ____________________________________________T-shirt Size: ________________I will be attending: _____ March 18th – 19th$30_____ April 8th – 9th$30_____ Both Dance Clinics$50Amount enclosed: _________Payment Received: Date: _________ By: __________________________________ (For Band Staff use)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Platinum Dolls Audition Requirements for CaptainThe roles of Captain and Co-Captain are very important to the success of the dance team. Any person who is named to either of these positions must exhibit the following qualities:Exceptional organization skillsExceptional time management skillsAbility to communicate with peers and adultsAbility to understand and FOLLOW DIRECTIONS given to them by the dance team coordinator, band staff, Director of Bands or Drum MajorsAbility to negotiate positive outcomes during conflictAbility to make decisions, when required, on behalf of the dance team coordinator Ability to run efficient rehearsals in the absence of the dance team coordinatorMust be a role model and a student in good academic standing.Captain/Co-Captain Audition Requirements:Must make up and perform a 64-count dance routine to the music of their choice.Must teach TWO (2) stand routines of their choosing to the other dance team candidates.Must prepare a written essay detailing why they would like be in a position of leadership for the Platinum Dolls and the characteristics or skills the possess that would make them the best candidate for the role.Must complete an interview with the Band Director, Dance Team coordinator and other band staff members to assess their qualifications for the role.Auditions will take place the week of April 25th during Spring Band Camp. At that time, we will have a formal transition ceremony from the outgoing captains to the newly appointed captains! ................
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