If you dream of dancing for the Brooklyn Nets but are a liiiiiiiittle too young for the main Brooklynettes dance team, we've got some good news. On Saturday, August 5 at 10:30 am, the Nets are holding an open call for the Brooklyn Nets Kids dance team!
Here's everything you need to know:
- They're seeking boys and girls ages 6–13 with at least two years of dance training.
- Audition location is LIU Brooklyn Paramount Theatre at 1 University Plaza (at the corner of Flatbush and DeKalb Avenues)
- Doors open at 10 a.m. and the audition begins at 10:30 a.m.
- Dancers will be asked to demonstrate their ability to learn and perform choreography.
- Tumbling and break-dancing skills are a plus, but not required.
- Participants should wear dance attire and non-marking sneakers or dance shoes.
Frankie Signorelli, a 2014–15 Brooklyn Nets Kid
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According to the Nets, "Celebrity choreographer Tanisha Scott will return as the Head Coach and Choreographer of the Brooklyn Nets Kids. Scott has worked with JAY-Z, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, and Sean Paul, among others. The Brooklyn Nets Kids dance team will perform at Brooklyn Nets home games at Barclays Center, and will represent the Brooklyn Nets at events and media appearances. Members of the Brooklyn Nets Kids dance team have performed with renowned artists including Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey, and have also been featured on FOX's So You Think You Can Dance ."
Serena Quadrato, a 2014–15 Brooklyn Nets Kid
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Find out more here , and best of luck to everyone auditioning Saturday!
Mario Braxton Jr., a 2014–15 Brooklyn Nets Kid
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