Want to be part of Alamo City Dance Company?
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Audition for the prestigious Alamo City Dance Company! This fantastic opportunity is for talented dancers wanting to take their skills to the next level and be part of an extraordinary performance group.
May 17th, 2025 Ages 5-10 1:00-2:00pm Ages 11+ 2:00-3:30pm Being a member of the Alamo City Dance Company comes with incredible benefits:
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To participate in the auditions, please make sure to review the company requirements below. It is essential to familiarize yourself with the expectations and prerequisites for joining the Alamo City Dance Company. Pre-registration is also mandatory, and we encourage all interested dancers to sign up through our website to secure their audition spot.
We kindly request all participants to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled audition time to complete any necessary paperwork and warm up properly. Please remember to bring any required dance attire or footwear, as outlined in the company requirements.
If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at [email protected] or 210.369.8311. We're here to assist you and ensure you have all the details needed for a successful audition.
We kindly request all participants to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled audition time to complete any necessary paperwork and warm up properly. Please remember to bring any required dance attire or footwear, as outlined in the company requirements.
If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at [email protected] or 210.369.8311. We're here to assist you and ensure you have all the details needed for a successful audition.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES 2025 - 2026
JUNE 21st 2025 - MAKE MUSIC SAN ANTONIO
OCTOBER TBD - Collaboration with Heart of Texas Concert Band
NOVEMBER 28TH - FORD HOLIDAY RIVER PARADE
DECEMBER 12TH/13TH & 20TH/21ST - ALAMO CITY ART'S 33rd ANNUAL NUTCRACKER
DECEMBER 19TH - EVA'S HEROES SENSORY FRIENDLY NUTCRACKER
MARCH TBD - SPRING COLLABORATION ALAMO CITY BALLET FOLKLORICO
APRIL 25th - FIESTA KING WILLIAM'S FAIR
MAY TBD - SPRING PRODUCTION WITH ALAMO CITY SYMPHONY VIVA
JUNE TBD - ALAMO CITY ARTS ACADEMY RECITAL
JUNE 21st 2025 - MAKE MUSIC SAN ANTONIO
OCTOBER TBD - Collaboration with Heart of Texas Concert Band
NOVEMBER 28TH - FORD HOLIDAY RIVER PARADE
DECEMBER 12TH/13TH & 20TH/21ST - ALAMO CITY ART'S 33rd ANNUAL NUTCRACKER
DECEMBER 19TH - EVA'S HEROES SENSORY FRIENDLY NUTCRACKER
MARCH TBD - SPRING COLLABORATION ALAMO CITY BALLET FOLKLORICO
APRIL 25th - FIESTA KING WILLIAM'S FAIR
MAY TBD - SPRING PRODUCTION WITH ALAMO CITY SYMPHONY VIVA
JUNE TBD - ALAMO CITY ARTS ACADEMY RECITAL
REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPANY PLACEMENT
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1. Placement
Placement in The Alamo City Dance Company is based on the following criteria:
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Positions Available
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Status as a company member is decided upon by the Artistic Director, Katie Rodriguez Hall with collaboration from the artistic team. Placement is final and cannot be contested at any time throughout the duration of the season.
2. Company Class Attendance & Time Commitment
Dancers are allowed up to three (3) absences from Company classes each semester during the 2024-2025 season. Missing more than six (6) company classes will result in contract termination.
Special exceptions may be made in extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the Artistic Director.
3. Movement Maintenance Requirements
Alamo City Dance Company Alumni members are required to submit a Movement Maintenance Report each month from their home school. This document will ask the owner/director/principal of their main school for technique to affirm that they are enrolled in and regularly attending:
Company Members enrolled at Alamo City Arts Academy receive discount tuition:
Regular attendance in all dance classes is expected of Company members. If a Movement Maintenance Report illustrates excessive absences from any one-dance class, there will be an evaluation for disciplinary action or even dismissal from the Company.
4. Injury and Illness
Company members are required to attend all scheduled classes and rehearsals during the two weeks leading up to each performance.
Injured dancers are still expected to attend class. Instructors and Artistic Staff will provide appropriate modifications to keep them engaged and progressing safely.
Sick dancers should stay home to prevent spreading illness. They are encouraged to reach out for at-home exercises to maintain conditioning during recovery.
Consistent attendance is essential. Excessive absences—especially during the two weeks before a performance—may result in removal from that production.
For support or guidance, please contact the Artistic Staff.
5. Courtesy & Respect
Bullying of any kind will not be tolerated.
Company members are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct and treat all instructors, fellow dancers, and staff with courtesy and respect. Dancers must act in accordance with public morals, community standards, and all policies of Alamo City Arts Academy. Any behavior involving bullying, harassment, moral turpitude, public disrepute, scandal, or actions that may embarrass or offend individuals or groups—or reflect negatively on Alamo City Arts—will result in immediate review and may lead to termination of this Agreement. Negative behavior includes, but is not limited to, physical or verbal actions, as well as inappropriate or harmful electronic communication such as group chats, social media posts, or text messages. Violations will result in a progressive disciplinary process: verbal warning, probation, and potential dismissal.All behavior must comply with David’s Law, and any incidents involving cyberbullying or digital misconduct will be treated with utmost seriousness.
6. Performance and Engagement Restrictions
During the 2024–2025 season (June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025), company members agree not to participate in any performances, auditions, teaching, choreographing, or related dance activities within a 50-mile radius of Alamo City Arts or any location where Alamo City Dance Company has performed in the previous six months, without prior written approval from the Director. This includes providing services that may compete with Alamo City Dance Company in any way.
Exceptions may be granted for school performances, pre-approved collaborations, or educational opportunities, but these must be requested in writing and approved in advance by the Director.Company members acknowledge that this restriction is reasonable and necessary to protect the artistic integrity, branding, and production value of ACA’s programming.Violation of this clause may result in disciplinary action and is considered to cause irreparable harm, for which Alamo City Arts may seek injunctive relief and/or monetary damages.
7. Dress Code
Company members must wear appropriate dancewear for each rehearsal and class:
BALLET
All dancers must be covered up when arriving at and leaving ACA and any performances. Failure to adhere to the dress code will result in a write-up.
8. Required Volunteer Hours
All company members are required to complete a minimum of thirty (30) volunteer hours during the contract term. These hours may be fulfilled by the dancer or a third-party representative. Volunteer activities may include, but are not limited to:
9. Financial Commitment
Apprentice/Corps de Ballet/Alumni/Soloist/Principal Members are required to participate in 4 performances throughout the season including The Nutcracker, and Spring Production.
Trainee and Jr. Trainee Members are required to participate in 2 performances throughout the season, The Nutcracker, and Spring Production.
11. Photography Release
If offered a contract the dancer must grant Alamo City Arts permission to use their likeness in photographs, videos, or other digital media in all its publications, including web-based publications, without payment. All photos become the property of ACA and will not be returned. The dancer must authorize ACA to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. The dancer will waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product and any right to royalties or other compensation. The dancer will release and hold harmless ACA from all claims related to this authorization.
12. Insurance
Dancers must maintain their insurance at their expense throughout this contract. Dancers are liable for and indemnify ACA against any claims, demands, costs, liabilities, and expenses arising from their actions under this contract. This contract expresses the complete understanding between the parties and cannot be assigned without written consent from both parties.
13. Write-ups
Violations of the contract and expectations will be documented through a write-up system. Each write-up serves as a formal record of the infraction. Accumulating more than three (3) write-ups in a semester will result in the termination of this contract and render the dancer ineligible for a contract the following year.
2. Company Class Attendance & Time Commitment
Dancers are allowed up to three (3) absences from Company classes each semester during the 2024-2025 season. Missing more than six (6) company classes will result in contract termination.
Special exceptions may be made in extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the Artistic Director.
- Excused absences: Sudden illness, injury, ACA-approved competitions, family emergencies, sudden transportation issues (e.g., flat tires, car accidents).
- Unexcused absences: Last-minute family gatherings, concerts, games, performances, failure to plan transportation to company class.
- Absences not submitted 48 hours in advance will be marked as unexcused and will result in a write-up.
- SUMMER - June 2nd-August 2nd -Mondays 6-8pm
- FALL -August 12th- May 16th 2026 - Saturdays from 11-12:30PM.
- SUMMER - June 2nd-August 2nd - Mondays 5-6PM.
- FALL -August 12th- May 16th 2026 - Fridays from 6-7PM.
3. Movement Maintenance Requirements
Alamo City Dance Company Alumni members are required to submit a Movement Maintenance Report each month from their home school. This document will ask the owner/director/principal of their main school for technique to affirm that they are enrolled in and regularly attending:
- Two (2) Ballet classes per week.
- one (1) Modern or somatic (Progressing Ballet Technique, yoga, Pilates) class per week or one (1) class of choice in the other varieties of disciplines (Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, etc.)
- three (3) Ballet classes per week
- one (1) Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical or somatic (Barre and Stretch Class, Ballet Technique, yoga, Pilates) class per week
- one (1) class of choice in the other varieties of disciplines (Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Folklorico )
- six (2) hours of the above-mentioned required classes must be at Alamo City Arts Academy. Company classes do not count towards this total as they may be used for rehearsals. This requirement ensures the safety and integrity of the dancers' training.
- Two (2) Ballet classes per week
- one (1) class of choice in the other varieties of disciplines (Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Modern, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, etc.)
- four (2) hours of the above-mentioned required classes must be at Alamo City Arts Academy. Company classes do not count towards this total as they may be used for rehearsals. This requirement ensures the safety and integrity of the dancers' training.
- two (2) Ballet classes per week.
- one (1) class of choice in the other varieties of disciplines (Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, etc.)
- two (2) hours of the above-mentioned required classes must be at Alamo City Arts Academy. Company classes do not count towards this total as they may be used for rehearsals. This requirement ensures the safety and integrity of the dancers' training.
- one (1) Ballet classes per week
- one (1) class of choice in the other varieties of disciplines (Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, etc.)
- one (1) hours of the above-mentioned required classes must be at Alamo City Arts Academy. Company classes do not count towards this total as they may be used for rehearsals. This requirement ensures the safety and integrity of the dancers' training.
Company Members enrolled at Alamo City Arts Academy receive discount tuition:
- 2 hours per week: $100
- 3 hours per week: $150
- 4 hours per week: $175
- 5-7 hours per week: $225
- 8+ hours (unlimited) per week: $250
Regular attendance in all dance classes is expected of Company members. If a Movement Maintenance Report illustrates excessive absences from any one-dance class, there will be an evaluation for disciplinary action or even dismissal from the Company.
4. Injury and Illness
Company members are required to attend all scheduled classes and rehearsals during the two weeks leading up to each performance.
Injured dancers are still expected to attend class. Instructors and Artistic Staff will provide appropriate modifications to keep them engaged and progressing safely.
Sick dancers should stay home to prevent spreading illness. They are encouraged to reach out for at-home exercises to maintain conditioning during recovery.
Consistent attendance is essential. Excessive absences—especially during the two weeks before a performance—may result in removal from that production.
For support or guidance, please contact the Artistic Staff.
5. Courtesy & Respect
Bullying of any kind will not be tolerated.
Company members are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct and treat all instructors, fellow dancers, and staff with courtesy and respect. Dancers must act in accordance with public morals, community standards, and all policies of Alamo City Arts Academy. Any behavior involving bullying, harassment, moral turpitude, public disrepute, scandal, or actions that may embarrass or offend individuals or groups—or reflect negatively on Alamo City Arts—will result in immediate review and may lead to termination of this Agreement. Negative behavior includes, but is not limited to, physical or verbal actions, as well as inappropriate or harmful electronic communication such as group chats, social media posts, or text messages. Violations will result in a progressive disciplinary process: verbal warning, probation, and potential dismissal.All behavior must comply with David’s Law, and any incidents involving cyberbullying or digital misconduct will be treated with utmost seriousness.
6. Performance and Engagement Restrictions
During the 2024–2025 season (June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025), company members agree not to participate in any performances, auditions, teaching, choreographing, or related dance activities within a 50-mile radius of Alamo City Arts or any location where Alamo City Dance Company has performed in the previous six months, without prior written approval from the Director. This includes providing services that may compete with Alamo City Dance Company in any way.
Exceptions may be granted for school performances, pre-approved collaborations, or educational opportunities, but these must be requested in writing and approved in advance by the Director.Company members acknowledge that this restriction is reasonable and necessary to protect the artistic integrity, branding, and production value of ACA’s programming.Violation of this clause may result in disciplinary action and is considered to cause irreparable harm, for which Alamo City Arts may seek injunctive relief and/or monetary damages.
7. Dress Code
Company members must wear appropriate dancewear for each rehearsal and class:
BALLET
- Option 1: Black leotard, pink footed tights, pink ballet shoes, hair in a tight bun, black skirt optional.
- Option 2: White or black fitted T-shirt, black bike shorts/tights/leggings, black ballet shoes (with black ankle-length socks if not wearing footed tights),
- Hair out of the face and eyes.
- Black leotard or fitted shirt, black bike shorts/convertible tights/leggings/jazz pants, tan jazz/tap shoes, clean sneakers (indoor use only), bare feet.
- Hair out of the face and eyes.
- Black leotard or fitted shirt, appropriate skirt (consult instructor or office), black bike shorts/tights/leggings/jazz pants (under skirt if not in leotard), black folklorico heeled shoes.
- Hair out of the face and eyes.
All dancers must be covered up when arriving at and leaving ACA and any performances. Failure to adhere to the dress code will result in a write-up.
8. Required Volunteer Hours
All company members are required to complete a minimum of thirty (30) volunteer hours during the contract term. These hours may be fulfilled by the dancer or a third-party representative. Volunteer activities may include, but are not limited to:
- Social Media Promotion: Actively promoting Alamo City Arts productions and events through personal social media channels.
- Production Assistance: Helping with various aspects of production, such as set-up, teardown, costume maintenance, ushering, backstage support, ticketing and front of house.
- Donating Supplies: Contributing necessary items for productions and events, such as water, concessions, paper supplies, etc.
9. Financial Commitment
- There is no additional cost to be part of Alamo City Dance Company if the dancer is fully enrolled in all required classes for their level at Alamo City Arts Academy.
- Dancers who choose to train at a different studio must pay monthly company dues of $100.
- Principal dancers receive a performance stipend.
- All company members are responsible for 50% of their Nutcracker performance fee.
- Dancers who commit to a production but withdraw for reasons other than illness or injury will be charged a $500 re-choreography fee.
- Dancers who designate Alamo City Arts Academy as their home studio are eligible for discounted tuition rates.
- 2 hours/week: $100 for the month
- 3 hours/week: $150 for the month
- 4 hours/week: $175 for the month
- 5–7 hours/week: $225 for the month
- 8+ hours/week (unlimited): $250 for the month
Apprentice/Corps de Ballet/Alumni/Soloist/Principal Members are required to participate in 4 performances throughout the season including The Nutcracker, and Spring Production.
Trainee and Jr. Trainee Members are required to participate in 2 performances throughout the season, The Nutcracker, and Spring Production.
11. Photography Release
If offered a contract the dancer must grant Alamo City Arts permission to use their likeness in photographs, videos, or other digital media in all its publications, including web-based publications, without payment. All photos become the property of ACA and will not be returned. The dancer must authorize ACA to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. The dancer will waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product and any right to royalties or other compensation. The dancer will release and hold harmless ACA from all claims related to this authorization.
12. Insurance
Dancers must maintain their insurance at their expense throughout this contract. Dancers are liable for and indemnify ACA against any claims, demands, costs, liabilities, and expenses arising from their actions under this contract. This contract expresses the complete understanding between the parties and cannot be assigned without written consent from both parties.
13. Write-ups
Violations of the contract and expectations will be documented through a write-up system. Each write-up serves as a formal record of the infraction. Accumulating more than three (3) write-ups in a semester will result in the termination of this contract and render the dancer ineligible for a contract the following year.
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