Dancers / Choreographers

Description:

Dancers are performing artists who dance. Dance involves the movement of the body with rhythms and to music. It could also be said that dance is a form of non verbal communication between people.
A choreographer creates the dance.

Facts:

• The various and diverse forms of dance include: Classical ballet, Contemporary dance, Modern stage dance, African or Asian Dance and Street dance.
• Hours of rehearsal can sometimes be long and irregular.

Personal Qualities:

• Talent and Determination
• Ability to memorise routines
• High level of fitness and stamina
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to take instructions from the choreographer

A Typical Day:

A typical day for a Dancer/Choreographer might include

• Rehearsing
• Preparing for and attending auditions
• Promotions and advertisements
• Dancing competitions

Entry Requirements

• High level of training and activity in at least one form of dance.
• For professional dancers, a vocational dance school with an intensive 3 yr degree or a diploma, or a 1 yr post graduate course in professional dance or music theatre.
• To get into the 3 yr degree, you must pass an audition.
• Some dance schools ask for A levels or BTEC in performing Arts/Dance.
• Finally, having a lot of talent does get you in.

Source: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk and http://careerplanning.about.com