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Audition May 2025 in Washington, DC for a chance to step around the world!

Applications for our 2025-2026 season will be accepted year-round through the Dancer Audition Form below. Accomplished performers in Stepping, Tap, West African, Modern, and Hip-Hop, and those with strengths as actors, drummers, and singers are encouraged to audition.

Step Afrika! offers competitive salaries, health benefits, vacations, and extensive national/international touring. The Company hires both Full-Time and Part-Time company members for annual contracts, commencing in August. New hires must be willing to relocate to Washington, DC.

AUDITIONING FOR STEP AFRIKA!

To register for auditions, complete the form below at any time. Future opportunities for individual tours will be shared on this page and our social media as they become available. If you have any questions or concerns, email our Company Manager at companymanager@stepafrika.org

2025-2026 SEASON AUDITION DETAILS:

The 2025-2026 season auditions will be held in May 2025 in Washington, DC. The audition process will occur over two days, Saturday and Sunday, with callbacks on Sunday.

Dancer Audition Form

Name*

First

Last
Pronouns*
Address*

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

ZIP / Postal Code
Phone*
Email*
Please upload your Headshot:*
Max. file size: 25 MB.
Please upload your Resume:*
PLEASE INCORPORATE DETAILS ABOUT YOUR DANCE TRAINING AND BACKGROUND, SPECIFYING ASSOCIATED GENRES AND YEARS, IN ADDITION TO HIGHLIGHTING ANY PERTINENT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 25 MB.
Please provide a link to your Dance Reel (optional):
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Please provide a brief description of your dance training/experience. Include genre and years of experience.
Do you have experience working with children?*
- YES
- NO
If yes, what experience do you have working with children?
How did you find out about Step Afrika!'s auditions?*
Photo/Video Release*
I agree to the Photo/Video Release policy

Recording by any means (photographing, streaming, audio taping or videotaping) of Step Afrika’s auditions is prohibited, except by an authorized agent for official purposes. Violators risk confiscation of their equipment and/or removal from the premises.

By entering the premises, you consent to interviews, photography, audio recordings, video recordings and their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, Web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, or any other purpose by Step Afrika! and its affiliates and representatives. You release Step Afrika!, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or sound recordings.

By entering the premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment of royalties in connection with any exhibition, streaming, Webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such exhibiting, broadcasting, Webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by Step Afrika! or the person or entity designated to do so by Step Afrika!
Liability*
I agree to the Liability policies

CONSENT
I understand by signing this release, Step Afrika!, their officers and employees shall not be held responsible under any circumstances whatsoever for what happens to me, while participating in any activities during Step Afrika’s auditions. In the event of illness, or injury, I hereby authorize staff members of Step Afrika! to obtain medical assistance or any other appropriate treatment for the named participant. If medical/surgical care is obtained, I will not hold Step Afrika! responsible or liable for the judgment.

COVID-19
I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19; and hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless Step Afrika, their officers and employees, of and from any injury to me resulting from being exposed to or infected by COVID-19 in connection with my attendance at Step Afrika’s auditions (including claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of Step Afrika!, their officers and employees).
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We are not currently accepting administrative applications! Check back here for future opportunities to join Step Afrika!’s staff as we celebrate 30 years.

Step Afrika! is a $3 million-plus organization that serves thousands annually. In 2022, Step Afrika! sold over 20,000 tickets in Washington DC and performed on stages across the nation and around the world, collectively reaching over 60,000 people. In August 2023, Step Afrika! began celebrating 30 years as the world’s leading authority on the artform of stepping.

As of now, we have filled all our administrative openings. Check back here for future opportunities!

We are currently not accepting applications for individual tours! Check back here for future opportunities.

Step Afrika! recently announced an opening for a female, African American tap dancer to join our upcoming production of The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence, starting at Arena Stage in Washington, DC this June. The Company was seeking a dynamic performer with excellent tap skills and a passion for the stage. Applications for this opportunity are closed.

PRODUCTION DETAILS

Title: The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence
Director: Jakari Sherman
Performance Dates: June 1 – July 16, 2024; National Tour begins Fall 2024
Location: Arena Stage, 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will be in Washington, DC, starting on May 1, 2024. All rehearsals and performances are paid.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

– Must be an African American female, aged 18-35.
– Proficient in tap dancing with strong technique and stage presence
– Ability to learn choreography quickly and adapt to various dance styles
– Previous performance experience required

AUDITIONING FOR STEP AFRIKA!

To audition for this opportunity, complete the form below by February 26, 2024. Applicants will need to provide a headshot, resume, and 1-2 minutes of tap dancing footage. Step Afrika! will conduct Zoom interviews with Finalists for the position. All submissions will be reviewed with a final decision given no later than March 10, 2024. If you have any questions or concerns, email our Company Manager at companymanager@stepafrika.org

Join us for this exciting opportunity to showcase your talent and be part of a vibrant production. We look forward to seeing you at the auditions!

Dancer Audition Form – Touring Contract

Name*

First

Last
Address*

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

ZIP / Postal Code
Phone*
Email*
Please upload your Headshot:*
Max. file size: 25 MB.
Please upload your Resume:*
PLEASE INCORPORATE DETAILS ABOUT YOUR DANCE TRAINING AND BACKGROUND, SPECIFYING ASSOCIATED GENRES AND YEARS, IN ADDITION TO HIGHLIGHTING ANY PERTINENT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.

Max. file size: 25 MB.
Please provide a link to your 1-2 minute tap routine:*
How did you find out about Step Afrika!'s auditions?*
Liability*
I agree to the Liability policies

CONSENT
I understand by signing this release, Step Afrika!, their officers and employees shall not be held responsible under any circumstances whatsoever for what happens to me, while participating in any activities during Step Afrika’s auditions. In the event of illness, or injury, I hereby authorize staff members of Step Afrika! to obtain medical assistance or any other appropriate treatment for the named participant. If medical/surgical care is obtained, I will not hold Step Afrika! responsible or liable for the judgment.
Email

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Company Auditions

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Audition May 2025 in Washington, DC for a chance to step around the world!

AUDITIONING FOR STEP AFRIKA!

2025-2026 SEASON AUDITION DETAILS:

Dancer Audition Form

We are not currently accepting administrative applications! Check back here for future opportunities to join Step Afrika!’s staff as we celebrate 30 years.

We are currently not accepting applications for individual tours! Check back here for future opportunities.

PRODUCTION DETAILS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

AUDITIONING FOR STEP AFRIKA!

Dancer Audition Form – Touring Contract