Audition to Perform With Dance du Soleil!
Where Serious Dancers Come To Grow
For 20 years, Dance du Soleil has built a reputation for excellence in dance performance. Our dancers are dedicated, our standards are high, and our stage is earned. If you’re ready to push past your comfort zone and perform at your best — this is your invitation to audition!
Call For Dancers: Wednesday June 24th, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Atlanta Fusion Dance Studio
Audition to join our roster as a performer — whether for a single show or a full season — our dancers commit to a standard of excellence that sets DDS apart. If that challenge excites you, keep reading!
Audition Process
Two Paths
Dancers who successfully audition have two options in signing up for classes
Showgirls Dance Mentorship
DDS Showgirls Intensive is an exciting new dance mentorship program created for five passionate dancers committed to advancing their skills. Running from July 1 through the end of 2026, this program offers a supportive and caring environment to grow alongside like-minded dancers and esteemed instructors.
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Apprenticeship Program
Not ready for the full program? You can still perform with DDS! Per-show performers audition once and are approved for the season’s performance roster. You’ll be considered for each show individually based on availability and fit.
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This Season's Shows
* As of June 2026- More shows could possibly be added if dancers are interested/ available
July - December 2026
Ohio Bellydance Festival
September 11-12
Our season kicks off on our home turf! Dance du Soleil is bringing the troupe to perform at Ohio Raqs, where our very own Babette Soleil is a featured instructor and our signature style is on the menu. An exciting opportunity to represent DDS on a bigger stage.
Essence of Bellydance
September 24-27
The crown jewel of our performance year! Essence of Bellydance is one of the largest and most prestigious belly dance events in the country — running strong for nearly 20 years. Performing here is a milestone moment for any DDS dancer.
AFBD Holiday Raqs
December 12
Our beloved local holiday show, celebrating the season with our community right here at home. A joyful, festive close to the year.
DDS EOY Hafla
December 16
Our end of the year gathering where dancers will present their personal work summary
Summer/ Fall 2026 Important Dates and Events
June 28- Applications for Showgirls Mentorship due
June 29- Showgirls and Apprentice Announcements! Feedback provided
July 1st- Showgirls Mentorship Program Starts
July 12th- Choreo Camp for You Wanna Move (Ohio BDF)
July 19th- Choreo Camp for Awal Suhur (EOBD)
July 31st- All goal setting sessions complete; Costumes and props ordered
August 15- Group outing to see Summer Shimmy Nights (Majda’s show)
September 11-12- Ohio Raqs Workshops and Show
September 24-27- Essence of Bellydance
October XX- Halloween Hafla / Leyla’s Birthday Costume Party
November 25- Thanksgiving break (no class)
December 12- Holiday Raqs
December 16- EOY DDS Hafla/ Holiday Party and Work Summary Presentations
Rehearsal/ Class Schedule
06/24: Auditions
07/01: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
07/08: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
07/12: Choreo Camp (You Wanna Move)
07/19: Choreo Camp (Awal Suhur)
07/15: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
07/22: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
07/29: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
08/XX: Specialty Topic Workshop
08/05: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
08/12: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
08/19: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
08/26: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
09/02: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
09/09: DDS Technique Class & Dress Rehearsal for Ohio BDF
09/11: Ohio Bellydance Festival
09/16: DDS Technique Class & Rehearsal
09/23: Tech Rehearsal for EOBD??
0/9/24: Essence of Bellydance
Showgirls All-Inclusive Dance Intensive
Our Brand New Mentorship Program Starts July 1st!
DDS Showgirls Intensive is an exciting new dance mentorship program created for five passionate dancers committed to advancing their skills. Running from July 1 through the end of 2026, this program offers a supportive and caring environment to grow alongside like-minded dancers and esteemed instructors.
HIGHLIGHTS
* Perform with Dance du Soleil!
* Set a personal dance goalÂ
* Showgirl Presentations at EOY hafla
* Limited to five spots only this season!
Only 3 spots left!
Showgirls Application
Apply To Be a DDS Showgirl!
Deadline: June 28th
Five spots only for 2026
Did you read the expectations and accountability section?
Two forms required – online registration for our in person audition and the Showgirls specific application