Greetings IABD Dance Auditionees!

We received all dance information several days late, and are now beginning our hiring process. You are receiving this email because we have an interest in possibly casting you in our 17th season.

Please learn more about us below, and complete the interest form at the end by 3pm EST Feb 12th, 2024. We start conducting interviews next week. Thank you for your artistry!

"One of the 11 small-but-mighty dance companies outside of LA and NYC" - Dance Spirit Magazine

Dissonance Dance Theatre is looking for dancers who embody strong classical ballet technique with contemporary ballet experience. Dissonance Dance Theatre company members are paid positions. Apprentices are non-paid positions. Approximately 30 plus hour work weeks, 10 – 4 pm (Monday – Friday), Company classes, PT referrals, and pointe shoe allotments are provided; limited housing/transition assistance available. FY2024 season starts July 2024 – March 2025 performances in DC, MD, Philly, and NYC. O-1B VISAs & P VISAs available.

Male dancers need to be 5’5 to 6’+ in height, cis-gender, and male-identifying. Company dancers’ ranks include Senior Artists, Artists, Apprentice, and Trainees. The repertoire ranges from folkloric to classical ballet. Dancers must possess a strong classical ballet and contemporary background. Male dancers with classical and contemporary partnering are a plus.

DDT dance artists have transitioned to national and international theatrical tours, notable tv and film work, UniverSoul Circus, and acclaimed companies domestic and abroad (Garth Fagan Dance, Dorfman Dance, Phoenix Dance Theatre, Philadanco, Virginia Ballet Theater, America’s Got Talent, and more).