Vancouver, BC…So you think you can dance? Well, here’s your opportunity to strut your stuff! UMOJA – The Spirit of Togetherness is offering Vancouver dancers and performers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dance with some of South Africa’s hottest dancers. All dancers and performers looking for a unique experience with a wonderful dance production are invited to audition on Sunday, January 20th at the Vogue Theatre for a walk-on performance on Friday, January 25th in the hit South African musical now playing at the Vogue Theatre.

Audition Details

Date: Sunday, January 20th, 2008
Time: 11:00 AM (Sign-in begins at 10:30 AM)
Location: The Vogue Theatre at 918 Granville Street, Vancouver
(Please line up to the right of the box office as auditions will be on a first come first serve basis)
Attire: It is recommended that you wear fitted dance attire

Requirements: Must be able to pick up choreography, performance personality, and rhythm. Come with a 2-3 minute prepared performance piece – preferably high energy (modern, hip hop, break) and come prepared to learn and perform choreography. It is suggested that applicants listen to Kwaito music online. It is also recommended that applicants see the show before the audition. UMOJA is a South African dance musical chronicling the musical history of South Africa. The show travels from tribal drums through to modern day Kwaito and hip hop beats! For a glimpse, click here to watch a video.

The successful candidate must be available to perform on Friday, January 25th, 2008 at 8:00 PM.

Watch Breakfast Television Vancouver on Citytv for your chance to win “front of the line” access to the UMOJA dance auditions.

Additional Info: This is an unpaid gig. Winner will be featured on Breakfast Television and will also receive an UMOJA gift package.