My name is Keltie Colleen and I have recently released my first dance dvd. Fred Astaire once said, "Dancing is a sweat job. He was right. Professional dancers know that they have to work hard in order to make it. They spend hours learning choreography and perfecting routines that may only last a few minutes. They head to casting calls, sometimes with hundreds of other performers, only to face rejection. They are judged on technique, hair color, body type, and whether they have the right look. The life of a professional dancer is stressful but to most, it's also completely worth it, especially for the moment when they finally land their dream job. So how does one make it? In my new DVD, From Agents to Auditions, I provided some wonderful advice for finding success in the dance world.

From Agents to Auditions is a great DVD, loaded with lots of useful information for people who are looking to break into the entertainment industry. From quick tips about what to bring to an audition to creating an eye-catching resume; and dealing with rejection, the film gives performers an idea of what they can expect from an audition and the steps they should take to secure the jobs they want.
As a professional dancer myself, I am member of the world-famous Radio City Rockettes dance troupe as well as choreographer for R&B superstar John Legend, in addition to many other jobs dancing for stars like Fergie, Kanye West, Patrick Dempsey, Tina Fey, Ben Stiller, Andre 3000, Panic at the Disco, Gym Class Heroes and many more. I Share my own personal experiences while giving great insight into the entertainment business. I talk about my ups and downs as a dancer and provides fantastic real life examples of the issues all performers are faced with.

There are also a number of interesting interviews with a variety people including choreographers, dancers, talent agents and an accomplished music video director. They discuss their expectations for the talent they hire and provide honest answers to questions that every performer wants to know (What do you look for in a dancer? Where can I find information about casting calls? How do I find representation?). These interviews include Anastasia Miller (Director of Choreography/Commercial/Dance, Clear Talent Group and Alan Ferguson, Acclaimed Music Video Director) as well as many more!

I made this dvd to help out all the dancers who are constantly wondering why other dancers are working, and how they got their agents. Inside, I share all my secrets about finding castings, getting an agent to sign you, and how to BOOK those important celebrity jobs once you have that agent.

As you may remember from some of my previous posts, I had the pleasure of meeting the Knicks City Dancers back in March when I covered the Knicks City Dancers Dance Team Challenge presented by the United States Tournamet of Dance. (If you haven't seen my Lindsay Live webisode from the challenge, check it out here). Studios from all over the Northeast competed for the opportunity to perform live with the world reknown dance team at Madison Square Garden before a Knicks game.

Many of the dancers who participated in the challenge revealed to me that they aspired to be members of the esteemed troupe one day.

Well, for those who are 18 years or older, that dream may become a reality because the Knicks City Dancers are holding auditions next month.

For more information keep reading after the jump!

Leading Latin Star of 'In The Heights' gets up-close and personal with students

Luis Salgado has been invited to join STEPS on Broadway's:  Getting the Job Audition Workshop, a panel discussion on how to market yourself with audition preparation techniques.  The event will be held on Monday, June 9th at 8pm at Steps on Broadway, 2121 Broadway, NY, Loft III on the 4th Floor.  The panel is open to the public with a suggested $10 donation.  A reception and meet-n-greet with the panelists will directly follow the event.  Dancers and press are encouraged to reserve their place by calling Rebecca at 212-874-2410 X. 22, or via email at Rebecca@stepsnyc.com.