AUDITIONS
Company Auditions 2025-2026 Season
Visceral Dance is in search of versatile and diverse applicants of all genders.
Dancers should have strong ballet and contemporary training.
Benefits Include
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Competitive Salary
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Paid Holidays
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Extensive performance
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Gym membership
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Physical therapy
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Teaching Opportunities
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Touring
Visceral Dance is a national and internationally recognized driving force in contemporary dance, that is dedicated to providing a diverse, and inclusive environment where your artistic voice matters. Visceral is a platform for collaborative processes with both emerging and world-renowned choreographers, as well as choreographic works by Founder/Artistic Director, Nick Pupillo.
Through the exploration of raw and human qualities, we create work that is meaningful, powerful, and that confronts and connects us in a transformative way.
Visceral Dance will hold an invitation-only audition in Chicago on February 22, and NYC on March 23.
To be considered for the in-person audition, applicants must submit a video application by deadlines.
CHICAGO FEB 22
NYC MARCH 23
CALL BACK morning of FEB 23
Application deadline FEB 14
Invitations sent by FEB 10
Application deadline MAR 7
Invitations sent by MAR 10
Visceral is also accepting video only audition submissions, video submissions will be reviewed upon completion of the in-person audition process. Applicants may be invited to attend company class.
HOW TO APPLY
IN-PERSON VIDEO SUBMISSION
Headshot
Resume
Video (Vimeo or Youtube link required)
Personal Video Introduction
Videos should display your versatility and give insight to who you are as an artist.
Additional footage may include contemporary solo/performance material.
Applicants for company positions must be currently eligible to work in the United States of America
VIDEO ONLY SUBMISSION
Headshot
Resume
Video (Vimeo or Youtube link required)
Personal Video Introduction
Must include in-studio ballet center work and contemporary improvisation.
Videos should display your versatility and give insight to who you are as an artist.
Additional footage may include contemporary solo/performance material.
Applicants for company positions must be currently eligible to work in the United States of America
For inquires, contact Caitlin Cucchiara at ccucchiara@visceraldance.com
Visceral Dance Chicago is an equal opportunity employer.
Visceral Dance Chicago is a non-profit organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, relgious creed, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, ethnicity, or national origin.
COMPANY
Competitive salary based on professional experience.
Immediate Hire Contract - Feb 8, 2025 - June 8, 2025
2025-2026 Season Contract - 36 Contracted weeks, August - June with Winter Break
APPRENTICE
Position unpaid aside from performances.
36 Contracted weeks August - June with Winter Break
TRAINEE
Tuition-based program designed for selected dancers with distinct ability and individuality.
Program includes collaboration, process, mentorship, guest speakers and performance of new creations by leading local, national and international choreographers. Trainees will further their professional development through a rigorous class and rehearsal schedule. Train with notable faculty, including former and current Visceral company members and work directly with the company.