The Golden Eagles Dance Team is the official dance team of the md传媒国产剧 College Marching Band, performing at football games and high-profile events in md传媒国产剧 and beyond. Our styles include pom, high kick, jazz, and contemporary.
Contact
Daria Healey
Instructor
dariaghealey@gmail.com
Whitney Linton
Instructor
whitneyelinton@gmail.com
What sets us apart:
The Golden Eagles are a fixture at md传媒国产剧 College football games, performing alongside the "Screaming Eagles" Marching Band to create an electric atmosphere at Alumni Stadium.听We welcome dancers from a variety of backgrounds including cheer and gymnastics.
- Attend the Marching Band鈥檚 pre-season camp in late August.
- Perform at all home football games, post-season bowl games, and high-profile events throughout the city of md传媒国产剧 and beyond.听
- Perform in a range of campus dance events including ALC Showdown, BC's Week of Dance, and the Arts Festival.听
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Schedule
Rehearsals
In the fall, rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:45鈥�10:00 p.m.听Spring rehearsals are determined based on ensemble availability for an average of 6 hours per week.
Fall performances
During the fall season, the Golden Eagles perform at all home football games, post-season bowl games, and high-profile events throughout the city of md传媒国产剧 and beyond! The fall also includes a performance in BC鈥檚 Week of Dance.
The Golden Eagles also attend the Marching Band鈥檚 pre-season camp in late August and participate in all Marching Band events and performances.
Spring performances
During the spring season, the Golden Eagles perform in a range of campus dance events including ALC Showdown and the Arts Festival.听
2023 Performances and Events
| Date | Game |
|---|---|
September 2 | BC vs. Northern Illinois |
September 7 | Convocation (unconfirmed) |
September 9 | BC vs. Holy Cross |
September 16 | BC vs. Florida State |
September 29 | Pops on the Heights |
September 30 | BC vs. Virginia |
October 28 | BC vs. UConn |
| November 11 | BC vs. Virginia Tech |
| November 24 | BC vs. Miami |
Bowl Game: TBD
Week of Dance: Fall 2023
ALC Showdown: Spring 2024
Arts Festival: April 25-27, 2024
Plus other on-campus and special performances as requested.
*The schedule is subject to change in accordance with campus, state, and federal guidelines.
Auditions
Submit your audition as soon as possible for the 2024-25 season. Positions are awarded to skilled dancers on a first-come, first-served basis.
Any incoming or current student at md传媒国产剧 College can audition! We come from a variety of backgrounds, including cheer, kickline, and gymnastics. Through the Marching Band鈥檚 Partner School Program, the Golden Eagles also welcome students from all md传媒国产剧-area universities. See the Partner School's tab on the Marching Band page to learn more.
Audition Requirements
Auditions for the 2024 Golden Eagles consist of two components:听
- Individual Video Submission
- Individual Callback Audition over Zoom
Candidates are welcome to participate in one of three audition cycles:
Session 1
- (April) Video Submission Deadline:Saturday, April 6th
- Video Review Decisions: Monday, April 8th
- Callbacks: April 13th - 21st
Session 2
- (May) Video Submission Deadline: Saturday, May 4th
- Video Review Decisions: Monday, May 6th
- Callbacks: May 11th - 19th
Session 3
- (June) Video Submission Deadline: Saturday, June 1st听
- Video Review Decisions: Monday, June 3rd
- Callbacks: June 8th - 16th
All submissions will be reviewed by a panel including the Golden Eagles Dance Instructors and Section Leaders. Audition criteria include: (1) confidence, (2) performance projection, (3) overall technique, (4) transition precision, (5) timing, and (6) choreography accuracy.听
Please wear appropriate athletic attire. Form-fitting black tops and black leggings or shorts are recommended.听