The Kansas City Canaries are a modern chorus line dedicated to honoring the legacy of jazz and chorus traditions. We especially uplift the contributions of Black women and other pioneers whose artistry shaped this form and commit to resisting their historic erasure. Our work centers on community, equity, and creating an inclusive space where all dancers are valued and celebrated.
Who is invited:
We encourage, fem & fem presenting performers from all backgrounds who love the art of jazz and chorus-line dancing.
When: Saturday, November 15th 9am - 4:30pm
We will be starting promptly at 9am, so feel free to show up a little early to find parking, find the studio, grab a nametag, warm up, and get settled!
Where:
Music Theater Heritage located on the 3rd floor of Crown Center at 2450 Grand Blvd STE 301, Kansas City, MO 64108
How do I sign up
Fill out the audition survey located HERE. Once we receive your signup you will receive an email with link to the information below.
Create your own choreography to 1 of the 3 songs provided by the Canaries.
All video submissions need to be on a clean background and horizontally filmed.
After you fill out the audition application, we will send the songs to choose from for your self-choreographed piece!
What will I have to do at auditions?
During auditions you will also learn 2 of our classic stock routines.
Perform your self-choreographed routine.
Please come prepared to do solo jazz / improv to a random jazz song of the Canaries choosing as many of our performances are improv based and to live music.
ALL VIDEOS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NOVEMBER 12th at 11:59PM.
What should you wear to auditions?
For auditions, please wear comfortable athletic or dancewear with hair neatly styled. Bring comfortable short dance heels, as the Kansas City Canaries typically perform in 2-inch character heels. While full costumes aren’t required, adding a touch of stage presence with makeup or styling is encouraged so you feel ready to perform.
How else can I stay connected to updates?
WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS LATER:
You can email us at canarieskc@gmail.com
