TRAINEE PROGRAM

Arts administration workshops to learn about the operations of a nonprofit dance organization.

Workshops with outside organizations, such as The Actors Fund of New York, Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts (VLAA), and Athletico Physical Therapy.

Consulting opportunities in the development of resumes, branding, and digital audition materials.

Professional photoshoot, including headshots and full-body dance photos for personal use.

Work-study opportunities to gain hands-on experience.

Daily classes taught by artists from The Big Muddy Dance Company and guest teachers from across the St. Louis area, all with professional performance experience. Primary class genres include ballet, contemporary, modern, and jazz.

Train alongside company dancers in class, and have the opportunity to understudy company rehearsals (subject to director approval).

Master classes with company guest artists

Dedicated rehearsals to prepare original and company repertoire, as well as supplementary master classes and workshops.

Composition guidance for those interested in choreography opportunities.

Mentorship opportunities with faculty and alumni of The Big Muddy, as well as outside organizations in St. Louis and across the country.

Opportunity to be integrated into company main stage productions throughout the season.

Perform in various community festivals and events across the St. Louis area.

Opportunity to perform with other arts organizations through collaborative projects.

Perform in the company’s Senior Embrace outreach performances throughout the season.

Three trainee-specific repertory concerts throughout the season.