2026 Audition Information

3 Steps to Complete Before Auditions

1. Fill Out the Registration Form
   Submit general information to help our staff get to know you.
   → Registration Form
    

2. Submit Your Video Intro & Skills Form
   This includes two parts:

• Introduction Video: Tell us about yourself, your interests, and your color guard journey.

• Skills Video: Show off any unique or special talents you'd like us to see!

→ Video Intro Form
 

1. Purchase Your Audition Ticket
   The cost to audition is $50, payable through the Tickets button above. Your payment confirms your registration.

 → Tickets
 

Audition Weekend Schedule

Location: Atlanta, GA

• Saturday, September 6: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM EST

• Sunday, September 7: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
   

Auditions will include technique classes and audition combinations in dance, flag, and weapon. All auditioning performers are required to learn at least the flag and dance audition materials.

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Important Dates

• September 5 – Video Intro & Skills Form Due

• September 6–7 – In-Person Cast Auditions

• September 27–28 – Callbacks
   

How to Submit Your Audition Videos

You will need a Youtube account to upload your video to or another method for sharing a private video. Please set the privacy settings for each video to “Unlisted.” Then, copy and paste the link to your video in the required field on our submission form. 

 

Submit your videos here! 

 

Thank you for participating in our 2026 auditions! Remember to be authentically your self and always expect the best. Continue to the next page for information on the introduction and skills video segments as well as information about our in-person audition clinic and cast auditions! 

 

Introductions and Getting to Know You

Video #1: Introduction/About Me Please record yourself as you talk through each of the bullet points below. This section is required for all auditionees. State your full name Where you’re from. A little about yourself (school, work, previous performance experiences)- -keep it brief One minute monologue-- You can talk about anything, but you have to talk for one full minute. (No more/No less) 

 

Video #2: Skills This section is required for all auditionees. This section should demonstrate some advanced skills that you are proficient at doing. If you spin a weapon, it can be a series of things under a toss that you feel confident in. If you are a dancer, it could be a phrase or skill you feel particularly proud about. If you have other skills outside of colorguard such as singing, tap dancing, etc. you can display those here as well. This section should be UNDER 5 minutes. 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CAN I SUBMIT A VIDEO AUDITION INSTEAD OF ATTENDING CAST AUDITIONS?

We will accept video auditions on a case by case basis for anyone with extenuating circumstances. Please contact us at info@paramountwg.org to request a video audition. 

 

HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR AUDITIONS?

It is ideal that potential candidates have thorough dance or colorguard training prior to auditioning for an Independent World colorguard. However, we will not deny anyone the opportunity to come audition or gain experience through the audition process with Paramount Winter Guard. Each auditioning performer will receive thorough feedback from our staff for them to consider and practice. 

 

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO AUDITIONS?

Please wear comfortable, form-fitting, solid, dark-colored dance or athletic wear. Hair needs to be pulled back out of your face, and jewelry is not to be worn while rehearsing.

 

HOW DO I PAY MY AUDITION FEE?

You may pay the audition fee by visiting our ticketing system or in person when you arrive at auditions. We will only accept card or cash in person and all card payments will be subject to a service fee.

 

WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING?

Please bring your $50, non-refundable Audition Fee or have paid ahead of time with Eventbrite, a great attitude, and all your passion and desire for performing. It will help you come prepared with knowledge of our rehearsal calendar (on our website) as well as any potential scheduling or financial issues you may have. It is also important that you have a solid financial plan in place for how you will meet the responsibilities of paying membership dues. Flags will be provided for you, and we will have some rifles and sabres on hand to borrow. However, if you own equipment, or have access to your own, please bring those just in case--as we have quite a lot of performers who will attend auditions. Meals will not be provided for you, but you may bring your own or travel to various restaurants in the immediate area. Each meal break will be 60 minutes. It is also recommended that you bring hand sanitizer/sanitizer wipes as well as any protective gear you may need such as knee pads.​​

 

DO I NEED TO LIVE IN ATLANTA TO MARCH?

No. While you will need to attend all rehearsals throughout the season, you do not have to live in Atlanta to do so. We have had members live out of town and march the entirety of a season. If you need help with housing arrangements, please e-mail us at info@paramountwg.org and we can assist. 

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WHAT IS THE COST TO MARCH?

The dues for participation this season will be estimated at $2,200. This will cover instruction, uniform costs, jackets and warm-ups, cost of attending competition events, rehearsal site costs, and more. If offered a contract, you must provide a $375 deposit by October 26th in order to accept and secure a position on the cast. From there, the following payment schedule must be met in order to maintain your contract: