Have you ever seen our training company perform and wondered how you could get there? Now's your chance!
We are holding auditions for our 2018-2019 Training Company. Dates of involvement run August 26th, 2018 - April 28th, 2019 with the option to extend through the summer. Ages 9-99 welcome! Any movement background is encouraged to apply. Applicants should be intermediate-advanced in their discipline, but do not have to be aerialists to apply. Dancers, jugglers, gymnasts, physical actors, all welcome!
Audition will consist of a 60-90 second demonstration of skill followed by a strength and flexibility assessment.
Contact: Training Company Director, Kelsey at Kelsey@kansascityaerialarts no later than Friday, August 17th for participation.
Benefits of Involvement:
-Strong, close community consisting of a wide range of ages
-Quality instruction from KCAA coaches, opportunities for guest instruction
-Regular performance opportunities (Tco averages 2/month)
-Participation in a full show production at City Stage (Union Station)
-Guidance for meeting short-term and long-term goals (inc. prep for circus schools and auditions)
-Development of multiple circus disciplines
-Guidance in creating at least one solo act
Membership costs $150/month. This covers:
-Full company rehearsals (every Sunday 3-5p)
-Small group rehearsals (schedule and participation depends on casting)
-Unlimited open gym time
-Weekly Act Development class
-One-on-one meetings with mentor twice per month
-Production costs
Members are also required to attend the following classes that are not included in tuition:
-2 conditioning classes each month
-1 technique class or private lesson each week
A $200 annual costume fee covers solo costume for performances (keep) and any rented costumes used for the spring production.
Work trade opportunities available to reduce cost! Please inquire for details.
