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Episode 118: Thriving in Audition Season with Caitlin Sloan

• Erika Mayall • Episode 118

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This week I'm joined by Caitlin Sloan of The Brainy Ballerina to talk about all things related to auditions. Caitlin shares her approach to helping dancers not just survive, but thrive during audition season. She answers questions such as:

  • How far in advance you should be preparing for an audition
  • When to consider in-person vs a video audition
  • How to approach an audition when dealing with or recovering from an injury


About Caitlin:

Caitlin Sloan, founder & CEO of The Brainy Ballerina, is a Dance Educator and Career Mentor based in Madison, WI. 

She received her Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Grand Valley State University and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Missouri. 

Caitlin danced professionally for nearly a decade with companies including Ballet Tucson and Mareck Dance (formerly Missouri Contemporary Ballet). She has served as Director of The School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet and on faculty of Central Indiana Academy of Dance and the School of Madison Ballet. 

In 2019, Caitlin founded The Brainy Ballerina, a virtual resource providing support and guidance for aspiring ballet dancers. Through 1-1 career mentorship, workshops and digital resources, her mission is to help dancers gain the skills necessary to build a smart and sustainable career in the dance industry. 

Connect with Caitlin:
The Brainy Ballerina Website
The Brainy Ballerina on Instagram

Resources:
The Ultimate Audition Guide


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