Tryouts for Black Wolves Dancers & Mascot Announced

UNCASVILLE – The New England Black Wolves will be holding open auditions for its dance team, The Howlers, this coming Saturday, Oct. 14. The Howlers perform at all home games throughout the season as well as any possible playoff games. Dancers also appear at team events and in the community.

Auditions will be held from 10 a.m.-12 noon at the Cabaret at Mohegan Sun, with registration beginning at 9:30 a.m. Dancers must be 18 years of age or older, and have previous dance training in jazz and hip-hop. All tryout participants will take part in a technique class and learn a routine that they will then perform. This audition is closed to the public.

A $20 non-refundable registration fee is required, and persons trying out must provide a non-returnable headshot and current dance resume. Dancers should wear two-piece dance attire, jazz shoes or dance sneakers, and have performance-ready hair and makeup.

For more information, please click HERE. For questions, contact Claire Czerniuk at cczerniuk@blackwolves.com.

Mascot Tryout, Too

In addition, the Wolves will hold tryouts for a “dynamic personality” to be its mascot, Hunter, throughout the upcoming season. Mascot tryouts will also be held on Saturday at the Cabaret Theatre. Registration begins at 1 p.m. and auditions promptly at 1:30 p.m.

Applicable candidates will have a minimum of one year of experience as a mascot at the collegiate, minor league or professional level. They should be able to communicate nonverbally and create memorable experiences for fans of all ages and abilities. This audition is closed to the public.

A $20 non-refundable registration fee is required, and persons trying out must provide a non-returnable headshot and current resume. Candidates must be able to commit to the entire 2018 Black Wolves home schedule, and be athletic and physically fit. The ability to dance and tumble is a plus.

For more information, contact Claire Czerniuk at cczerniuk@blackwolves.com.

Season Tickets On Sale

2018 season tickets are now on sale and start at $17 per game. In addition, special on-field experiences are available for groups of 10 or more. Tickets can be purchased by clicking her

e or calling 844-LAX-WOLF.

—Staff Reports