Diamond Gems Dance Team Auditions

2015-2016 Temple University Diamond Gem Auditions
McGonigle Hall, Gym 145
1800 N. Broad Street

Auditions are open to all individuals who will be enrolled as a full time student of Temple University in the Fall of 2015. Proof of acceptance is required at the time of audition as well as the required paperwork identified below.
Registration Fee is $25 and can be paid on the 1^st day of auditions. Cash or Checks (made payable to “Temple Athletics”) will be accepted.

Saturday, 4/18 (10am-5pm)
10:00am-10:30am                    Registration
10:30am-11:00am                    Explanation of Audition Process and Team Member Expectations
11:00am-12:30pm                    Warm-Up and Technique Session
*Note: cuts may be made at the end of the technique session
12:30pm-1:30pm                     Lunch Break
1:30pm-4:00pm                       Learn Pom and Hip Hop Choreography
4:00pm-5:00pm                       Open Rehearsal Time

Sunday, 4/19 (10am-5pm)
10:00am-10:30am                    Registration and Open Practice Time
10:30am                                   Audition
2:30pm                                                Announcement of 2015-2016 Team
2:30-5:00pm                            New Team Meeting

During the audition, participants will perform in groups of 2 or 3 for a panel of judges. The performance will include the Pom and Hip Hop choreography taught on Day 1 as well as 35-45 seconds of your own choreography in the style of jazz, contemporary, lyrical or modern. Please be sure to bring your music on either your phone or mp3 player. Your solo choreography should showcase your strengths and include any advanced technical skills, flexibility and/or acrobatic skills that you can proficiently perform.

Required Skills and Technique:
Pirouettes (triple, preferably quad)
Fouettes a la second (at least 2 eight counts)
Toe Touches and Leaps in Second
Turning Discs
Headsprings
Overall Flexibility
*Note: All of the required skills will be taught at our Pre-Audition Workshop on Sunday, 3/29 (1-4pm). Please contact Coach Keller at templedanceteam@gmail.com for more information about the Pre-Audition Workshop.

Attire for Auditions:
Females - Black Booty Shorts, Black Sweatpants, Tank, Crop or Bra Top (must be red, black, grey or white), Jazz Shoes as well as Sneakers (for hip-hop)

Males – Black Shorts and/or Sweatpants, Tank Top (must be red, black, grey or white), Jazz shoes and/or sneakers

Please come with hair and make-up performance ready and be prepared to have headshots taken.

Physicals and Required Paperwork:
If you were on the team during the 2014-2015 season, you are not required to have a physical for auditions. All others are required to obtain a physical from either Temple Hospital, Student Health or your Primary Care Physician. You are required to use the Temple Sports Medicine physical exam checklist (see below) when having your physical completed. A sickle cell screen is not required, however any person auditioning who has a known hematological condition should disclose the information. In addition to the physical exam checklist, everyone is required to complete ALL medical forms as appropriate for your status (freshmen/transfers vs returning student athletes). Finally, please complete the liability waiver form listed below and also bring a copy of your acceptance letter for the Fall of 2015.

Exam Checklist
Medical Forms
Liability Waiver

If you have any questions about the audition process, requirements, team member responsibilities or our Pre-Audition Workshop, please contact Coach Keller at templedanceteam@gmail.com.

Games/Practices

The Diamond Gems practice three times a week. Due to the demanding game schedule each season, weekly practices focus upon learning new choreography (taught by the coach, captain, and outside choreographers). The team is responsible for their own fundraising and conducts numerous clinics for young dancers throughout the year.

The Gems perform at all home football games, Men's and Women's home basketball games, pep rallies, and designated Temple University and Philadelphia events and promotions. The team also often travels to away games and tournaments to help support the Temple Athletic teams.

The Diamond Gem season runs from mid-summer through spring semester, concluding with auditions for the following season.

Promotional Work

As part of Athletics Marketing and Promotions Department, the Diamond Gems appear at virtually every University event, including fundraisers, charities, pep rallies, promotional events, and media appearances throughout the tri-state area.

Some recent television and radio appearances include the CW network, 610WIP Sports Radio, WMMR, CBS3, NBC10 and FOX29.

The Diamond Gems participate in numerous events throughout Philadelphia, spreading Temple spirit around the community. Each year, the team participates in Temple University's "Relay for Life," which raises money for the American Caner Society. The Gems have danced everywhere from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and at the MS Walk, to even on the streets of Philadelphia promoting the WB network.

Clinics/Fundraising

The Diamond Gems Dance Team holds numerous events and clinics throughout the year in order to fundraise for necessary team supplies. The clinics provide younger dancers with the opportunity to dance alongside the Diamond Gems during football games on Lincoln Financials Field or on the basketball court at the Liacouras Center. Participants spend the day learning a dance to perform at the halftime of a game (Football or Basketball) with the Diamond Gems.

For information regarding upcoming clinics or if you or your company would like to make a donation to the Diamond Gems Dance Team, please contact the Diamond Gems at templedanceteam@gmail.com.

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Diamond Gems Dance Team Auditions