Decidedly Jazz Danceworks was born to reclaim the spirit of the jazz dance form and evolve the art forward. Our artists are challenged to perform original choreography each season and rewarded with the opportunity to truly evolve jazz dance.

Auditions 2013

Decidedly Jazz Danceworks (DJD) is seeking male and female dancers for the Company as well as our Professional Training Program for the 2013/14 season.

Decidedly Jazz Danceworks employs 8-12 professional dancers annually on a 33-42 week contract. Contracts include health benefits, chiropractic, physiotherapy, and health club/yoga studio memberships.

Dancers interested in auditioning for Company positions must be at least 20 years of age, have a passion for jazz dance and jazz music, plus strong technique and great personal groove. Dancers auditioning for the Professional Training Program must be at least 18 years of age, and interested in furthering their knowledge of jazz dance and the work of DJD.

Contact us to audition

Please email Joanne Baker prior to the audition date to register your intent to audition. Indicate the city where you will be auditioning and whether you will be auditioning for the Company or the Professional Training Program. Applicants are welcome to be considered for both.

Dates/Locations

Bring Jazz shoes (soft or hard soles) plus 8X10 headshot and your resume. The photo will not be returned.

Saturday, February 23 – Toronto
Metro Movement
833 Broadview Avenue
Toronto ON
3:30-5:30 PM

Sunday, February 24 – Montreal
Studio Bizz – Mont-Royal
551, Avenue du Mont-Royal Est,
3rd floor
Montréal, PQ
1:00-3:00 PM

Friday, March 8 – Vancouver
Harbour Dance Centre
3rd Floor, 927 Granville St., Vancouver, BC
1:30-3:30 PM

Saturday, April 20 – Calgary
Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
1514 4 St SW, Calgary, AB
4:00-6:00 PM