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TRAINEE PROGRAM

Caitlin Cucchiara, Director

This program is designed for selected dancers ages 18-25 with distinct ability and individuality.

Experience first-hand a professional environment that challenges you daily in a supportive structure where your artistic voice is encouraged.

DISCOVER | CREATE  |  EMERGE

DISCOVER: Immerse yourself with the company and connect with the Chicago dance community. Train in an inspiring and inclusive environment while stimulating your artistic growth. 

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CREATEBroaden your exploration with a variety of unique, creative processes that allow investigation into who you are and begin to access a different way of thinking. Learn to be a creator in a collaborative environment that provides skills needed by choreographers and companies around the world. 

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EMERGE: Strengthen your foundation and further your skills of self development. Build assurance, confidence and gain resources for a rewarding career that is unique to you. 

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2023-24 PROGRAM DATES

 

August 14 - November 20, 2023

 

 January 15 - May 18, 2024

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Monday - Friday, 9am - 3:30pm aside from performances
 

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YOUR EXPERIENCE:

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Train with the company in weekly classes

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Align with Visceral's repertoire

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Exposure to the company’s guest choreographers

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Originate new works with guest artists

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Execute Visceral's diverse repertoire

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Performances in Visceral's state-of-the-art theatre

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Personalized attention from artistic leaders and company members 

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Bridge the space between pre-professional and your professional career

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Participants will be considered for future positions within Visceral Dance Chicago

Previous Guest Artists

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Danielle Agami

Braeden Barnes

Alejandro Cerrudo

Roderick George

Noelle Kayser

Jackie Nowicki

Nick Pupillo

Mike Tyus

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Tuition 

$6,895 annually ($985/mo)

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Scholarships are need based in which talent and commitment contribute to the determination of awards. ​

​For additional information contact Caitlin Cucchiara at ccucchiara@visceraldance.com

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Audition

Visceral Trainees are accepted by audition only

Dancers are accepted on a rolling basis

Dancers must be between the ages of 18-24

Minimum of 5 years ballet and contemporary training

WAYS TO AUDITION 

VIDEO AUDITION

1) Ballet (maximum 5 min)

2) Contemporary solo (maximum 2 min)

3) Improv (maximum 2 min)

TAKE CLASS

For more information, contact Caitlin Cucchiara ccucchiara@visceraldance.com

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