AUDITION

College Professional
Pre Professional
JAZZMANIA
2027

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COLLEGE PROFESSIONAL

  • College Program Age 19 - 29

  • Advanced training in all styles including Gus Giordano Jazz, Gus Giordano Rep, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Commercial Jazz, Modern, Jazz Funk, Tap, Heels, Partnering & more

  • July 7 - 23, 2027

  • Perform GUS’ JAZZMANIA
    July 23, 2027

PRE PROFESSIONAL

  • High School & Jr High Program

  • Advanced training in all dance styles including Gus Giordano Jazz, Gus Giordano Rep, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Ballet, Modern, Jazz Funk, Musical Theater, Heels, Commercial Jazz & more

  • July 7 - 23, 2027

  • Perform GUS’ JAZZMANIA
    July 23, 2027

JAZZMANIA

  • Jazz Focused Program Age 10 - 29

  • Gus Giordano is the “Godfather of Jazz Dance”

  • Learn Gus Giordano Jazz, Gus Giordano Rep, Broadway Jazz, Commercial Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Hip Hop, Jazz Funk

  • July 19 - 23, 2027

  • Perform GUS’ JAZZMANIA
    July 23, 2027

AUDITION @ GUS®

January 30, 2027
1:00pm - 3:00pm

  • Ballet | Jazz | Hip Hop | Contemporary

  • Scholarships awarded if accepted

  • Sign up opens Winter 2026

  • Location: GUS® | 5230 N Clark Street | Chicago

VIDEO SUBMISSIONS

  • Submissions begin Winter 2026 

  • YouTube, DropBox or Vimeo Link

  • Use combinations or sections of pieces you know

  • Scholarships awarded if accepted

COLLEGE PROFESSIONAL

• Ballet Barre - Developpé, battement, fondu | 30 sec
• Ballet Center - Pirouettes & grand allegro across the floor | 1min 
• Jazz Combination | 30 sec
• Contemporary Combination | 30 sec 
• Hip Hop Combination | 30 sec
• Wear correct attire/shoes for all dance styles
• Hair style & makeup should match dance style

PRE PROFESSIONAL

• Ballet Barre - Developpé, battement, fondu | 30 sec
• Ballet Center - Pirouettes & grand allegro across the floor | 1min
• Jazz Combination | 30 sec
• Contemporary Combination | 30 sec 
• Hip Hop Combination | 30 sec
• Wear correct attire/shoes for all dance styles
• Hair style & makeup should match dance style

JAZZMANIA

• Jazz Combination | 30 sec
• Contemporary Combination | 30 sec 
• Hip Hop Combination | 30 sec
• Wear correct attire/shoes for all dance styles
• Hair style & makeup should match dance style

REVIEWS

“The College Professional Program at GUS was one of my favorite things I have ever done. Taking class with dancers that were trained directly by Gus was an experience I can’t quite describe. I left each class recognizing both a strength and a weakness that they encouraged me to hone. They preached that as jazz dancers, we “can not only be just dancers, but we must be performers.” With a goal of becoming a Broadway dancer, this was music to my ears and the perfect intensive for me. The College/Professional Intensive encompasses training that pushes dancers to be the total package I have gained a tremendous amount of information about not only the Chicago dance scene, but the dance world as a whole. College/Pro showed me that not only are technique and personality important in your role as a dancer, but work ethic, attention to detail, understanding your body and being confident do not go unnoticed. Being at the School is something that if I had the opportunity to do again, I’d jump at the chance in a heartbeat. LONG LIVE JAZZ!”
— Dancer 24yrs
“We couldn’t be happier that our daughter discovered GUS. My daughter participated in the Pre Professional Program this summer. They teach dance at a very high level, while maintaining strong values and a wonderful sense of good sportsmanship. It’s truly wonderful to see our daughter dancing her heart out each day. The teachers at GUS have absolutely gone above and beyond and created a learning environment that brings so much joy to my daughter. I am blown away.”
— Parent of Dancer 16yrs
“My two daughters attended Jazzmania and absolutely loved it! They both have finished each day saying how much fun they are having and that they are learning so much about technique. The staff have been professional and informative every step of the way. We highly recommend Gus Giordano Dance Studio! Thank you for giving my daughters a summer dance experience they will always remember!”
— Parent of Dancers 12yrs & 14yrs