Pittsburg State University
Dance Team Tryouts

TRYOUT INFORMATION

Crimson and Gold Dance Team
Audition Information
Saturday, April 19, 2008 - Sunday, April 20, 2008

The auditions will be held in the John Lance Arena, which is located on the east side of the campus. Please refer to the map on the university web site (www.pittstate.edu) for directions.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, April 19, 2008
9:30 a.m. - Registration
10:00 a.m. - Technique
11:00 a.m. - -Begin Learning Dance
12:00 p.m. - Lunch Break (Lunch will be on your own)
1:00 p.m.- Clinic will continue
3:00 p.m. - Clinic will end

Sunday, April 20, 2008
9:00 a.m. - Warm-up/Practice
9:30 a.m. - Registration
10:00 a.m. - Official Tryouts will begin

Important Audition Information
Girls participating in the clinic and trying out will have to have proof of a completed physical within the last year and a copy of current insurance. If these items are not presented, unfortunately you will not be able to participate. Please dress comfortably and wear dance or tennis shoes as we may be on the main gym floor. The results from the tryouts will be provided immediately following the audition. If you would like any additional information please contact Missy Hinton.

Audition Fee
For everyone trying out there will be a try out fee in the amount of $20.00. This will need to be provided on Saturday, along with your physical and insurance. If you have any difficulties with the fee, please contact the coach/sponsor.

Example of the Score Sheet
(This is not the exact score sheet that will be used at tryouts, but it will give you a general idea of how the audition will be conducted.)

Leaps        1 2 3 4 5
Turns        1 2 3 4 5
Kicks        1 2 3 4 5
Technique    1 2 3 4 5
Jazz         1 2 3 4 5
Hip Hop      1 2 3 4 5
Memory       1 2 3 4 5
Timing       1 2 3 4 5
Presentation 1 2 3 4 5
Overall      1 2 3 4 5

Technique
Technique will be reviewed throughout the clinic and will be required during the audition. Typically, we focus on the following technical skills (however, they are subject to change):
*Double Turn
*Turns in Second
*Switch Leap
*Splits

Audition Routine
The tryout routine will be choreographed and taught by the upcoming captains. It will be approximately thirty seconds in length. The routine typically includes both jazz and hip hop.

Additional Audition Information
Each participate will tryout in front of a panel of judges in groups of two or more. The participant may be asked to answer a short question regarding contribution to the team, ask to perform technique, and then asked to complete the routine provided during the clinic on Saturday.

General Information
The Crimson and Gold Dance Team performs during half times and sidelines during all home football games during the fall semester, and all men and women’s basket ball games (there are also some out of town performances required). During the football season the dancers participate with the Pride of the Plains Marching Bands and dance to routines choreographed by the captains during basketball. The team participates in many fundraising events throughout the year and participates in many events throughout the community. The team practices Monday through Friday for approximately two hours a day. The main purpose of the Crimson and Gold Dance Team is to assist in creating school spirit and supporting activities at Pittsburg State University and the community of Pittsburg. For more information please obtain our general information brochure.

Contact Information:
Missy Hinton, Coach/Sponsor
1274 S. 220th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
Phone: 620-231-0424
or 620-232-4668 (cell )
mphinton02@yahoo.com