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Bay Area Auditions

  • Shawl Anderson Dance Center 2704 Alcatraz Avenue Berkeley, CA, 94705 United States (map)

Sunday 9/1 from 12pm to 2pm
Shawl-Anderson Dance Center, 2704 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

Have you always wanted to be part of a dance family of warm hearted, hard working, dedicated learners sharing their love of Arabic dance, music, and culture? Now is your chance! We are holding auditions~ SUNDAY, September 1, 2024! ALL genders, ages, bodies, and backgrounds welcome! Apply TODAY and if you have any questions, please email us at QabilaBay@gmail.com

We are looking for a diversity of team players with a genuine enthusiasm for learning and sharing Arabic culture through dance and music. Dancers are not required to have regional dance experience, but strong performing skills and a some Middle Eastern Dance experience needed. Members are required to attend rehearsals weekly online Tuesday evenings 7-9pm and a monthly in-person on Sundays 12-2pm, pay $40 monthly dues to help cover operational costs, and sign a year contract. Costuming and props are provided, although dancers are responsible for personal items such as dance shoes, jewelry, undergarments.

All genders, ages, bodies, and backgrounds welcome!

To reserve your spot, email qabilabay@gmail.com the following before August 30th:

*Dance resume including performer name and social media handles

*Headshot

*Write up including: Why you are interested in joining the Bay Qabila Dance Co? What folk dances are you inspired to learn more about and which do you have experience in?

What additional skills could you offer in assistance?

Addiitional details will be emailed as an application confirmation. See you September 1st!!!

Earlier Event: August 18
Los Angeles Qabila Auditions
Later Event: October 5
MENACA Symposium Concert