Showstoppers Team 26-27 Open Auditions

Showstoppers Performance Team Open Auditions

Open Auditions for Ages 3-18

Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 11 am- 1 pm

Audition in person, on Zoom, or submit a video.

Ready to take the stage? Join our upcoming Showstoppers team auditions and discover a place where passion, performance, and community come together! Our team brings the excitement of musical theater to every performance with high-energy choreography, expressive storytelling, and live vocal performances that create an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. Featuring both dancers and vocalists, our family-friendly productions celebrate the talents of every performer. As a no-cuts team, everyone who joins has the opportunity to perform, grow, and shine. We can’t wait to see what you bring to the stage!

Please wear comfortable dance clothing that you can move in and bring dance shoes if you have them. Don’t forget a water bottle to stay cool!

What To Expect: We will start with a basic dance warm up then do across the floor movement (walks, turns, leaps). We will then learn a short combination to perform which will include an improv section where the performers can show their best skills and personality. After the main audition, performers can show any special skills (tumbling, tap, colorguard, pointe, etc.). All performers of any ability are welcome to join, but after auditions conclude, they may be divided into the groups listed below based on their abilities.

Optional Voice & Acting Audition:

After the dance audition, we will hold a vocal and acting audition component for those who would like to participate. Performers are invited to sing 30-60 seconds acapella of their favorite vocal style and/or perform a 1-3 minute monologue or cold read.  Cold read auditions will be from the following link: “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” sides. This is an optional part of the audition but highly encouraged.

 

Mini Team 

• Description 

  • An introductory experience. Performers must demonstrate energy and focus as well as an eagerness to learn. This is a beginner team so there are no current skills required.

  • Dancers ages 3-8 

  • Solo, Duo, Trios are not recommended for this group

• Requirements

  • 1-2 group dances 

  • Must be at least 3 years of age

  • 3-5 classes a week

    • Hip hop

    • Jazz

    • Ballet

    • Tumbling

    • Tap

• • 4-5 hours total per week

 

Beginning Junior Team

• Description 

  • Beginner performers who are getting ready to take their skills to the next level. We are looking for dancers who are ready to work hard to advance their skills.

  • Ages 8 and up 

  • Solo, Duo, Trio eligible by audition or teacher rec.

• Requirements 

  • 1-3 group dances

  • Beginner-Intermediate in most styles

  • 4-6 Classes a week

    • Hip hop

    • Jazz

    • Ballet

    • Tap
    • Lyrical/contemporary
    • Jumps and turns
    • Tumbling

• • 5-7 hours per week 

 

Advanced Junior Team

• Description 

  • This a team representing our stars of tomorrow! Intermediate-Advanced performers who are getting ready to take their skills to the next level. We are looking for dancers who are ready to work hard to advance their skills.

  • Ages 8 and up

  • Solo, Duo, Trio eligible by audition or teacher rec. 

• Requirements 

  • 2-4 group dances (excluding solo, duo, trio)

  • Beginner-Intermediate in most styles

  • 4-6 Classes a week

    • Hip hop

    • Jazz

    • Ballet

    • Tap
    • Lyrical/contemporary
    • Jumps and turns
    • Tumbling

• • 6-8 hours per week 

 

Senior Team 

• Description 

  • A true star is not only a talented performer but is dedicated to their craft and a true team player. This is an elite team that will consist of performers who portray those qualities and  possess that special star factor as well as a true passion for the stage! This is a team of leaders who have proven through audition and interview that they have achieved star status!

  • 13 and up

  • Eligible for Solo, Duo, Trio

• Requirements

  • 3-5 dances (excluding solo, duo, trio)

  • What we will be looking for:

    • Knowledge of choreography 

      • Fast pick-up and accurate body language

    • Flexibility 

      • All 3 splits

    • Strength

      • A la seconde turns 

      • 3+ pirouette turns open and closed in both directions

      • Strong/controlled movement 

  • 6+ classes a week

    • Hip hop

    • Jazz

    • Ballet/pointe

    • Tap

    • Contemporary/Lyrical

    • Tumbling/Acro

    • Jumps and Turns

• • Interview 

    • Must demonstrate leadership qualities as well as commitment to the team

  • Intermediate-Advanced in most styles 

    • To be a true “Star” we are looking for Dancers who are strong in multiple areas. (Still acceptable to specialize in certain areas)

  • 7-9 hours per week

 

Interviews

• Team Leadership

  • Captains, Co-Captains, Mini Team Captains, Assistants 

• Work Trade Scholarship

  • Requirements 

    • Must demonstrate financial need with tax return or proof of enrollment in WIC/SNAP 

    • Must be nominated by teacher

    • Demonstrate leadership and commitment 

    • Been on team at least 1 year

    • Participate and help run fundraisers

    • Come up with at least one new fundraiser idea each semester and implement it

    • Help clean studio daily

    • Help assist mini classes as needed

 

Rehearsals

Detailed schedule is TBA and will be scheduled monthly.

Full-team rehearsals are typically held on Saturdays and can range from 2-4 hours depending on need and the size of the team. Some pieces may rehearse on weekdays to decrease the Saturday time requirement. Dancers will only be called for rehearsals for numbers they are in. We make it a priority to ensure that our performers have Sundays off to relax/spend with their families.

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Costs

Past year’s costs are listed below:

Class fees monthly – $175-$225

Competition Fees – solos, duets, trios can cost $125-$175 to enter. The group fees are split by the team and can cost $50-$100 per number per competition.

Choreographer Fees – Performers are invited to hire TBE staff to choreograph solos, duets, trios, etc. for competitions and showcase performances. Most start at $80 per hour but cost depends on the choreographer. Group numbers and small group numbers will normally be taught during rehearsal times and at the coach’s discretion.   

Costumes – These will be decided by the coach and team in August. Costs can range from $50-$200 per costume. Each dancer will be required to purchase a warm-up suit, dance bag, and dance shoes in addition to costumes. Costs can range from $100-$200.

Sibling discounts are available if all siblings are members of dance team.

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Competitions/Performance Opportunities

3-5 Competitions (Southern California)

MTCA Musical Theater Festival in Anaheim (ages 8+)

2 Main Stage Showcase Performances or Movies

1 Dance Team Only Showcase Fundraiser or Movie

2 Group Class Recitals

2 City of Glendora Dance Recitals

Disneyland Parade – if available

Disneyland Community Arts Showcase – if available

Orange County Fair

Covina Christmas Parade – if available

Glendora Christmas Parade – if available

 

Zoom/Video Audition Submissions

Zoom Audition Process:

Zoom Audition request will close 2 days prior to audition date. This will allow instructors time to access the rosters and contact the families with audition access information. Instructors will provide participants with audition info (ie. links, password, etc) at least two days before the audition starts. TBE will share the audition access info with our admin. staff for participants who might call and have trouble gaining access to the class.

Those who participate on Zoom for auditions will need the following:

•          Good lighting

•          Decent video quality

•          All Black Attire

•          Ballet shoes, Jazz Shoes, Tap Shoes, and any other form of dance attire that will help you with your dancing.

•          Hair must be up and out of your face (preferably in a bun)

•          Enough living space to dance comfortably.

 

Audition Video Submission:

Auditions through video submission must be sent by the audition date. Those interested in sending a video audition must have the following:

•       Good lighting

•       Decent video quality (not pixilated)

•       All black attire

•       Hair must be out of your face

•       Full body view on video

The requirements we ask to submit on your audition video will be the following:

•       Announcement of your full name and age.

•       A brief verbal summary about yourself and your experience in dance. If no dance experience is applicable explain why you would like to start dancing.

•       A small dance choreographed by you or a past instructor must be a minimum of 30 seconds and no more than 1 minute long.

•       Any special tricks or stunts that can be preformed on video. No more than three please.

Keep the videos as short as possible and please have all of the video requirements in one video.

 

For more information please contact Ms. Juli at [email protected] or 626-963-1300.