Interest Meeting
An interest meeting will be held on JMU's campus. 10/15/2025 Godwin Hall 338 @ 8PM.
If you are auditioning or attending the audition as a clinic experience, you do not need to attend. The audition process, season schedule, and questions will be discussed. ​
The meeting is not mandatory but is highly suggested for interested individuals to obtain information pertinent to the 2026 season.
Audition Information
2026 Auditions for JMU Nuance A & Open teams will be held at the James Madison University campus over the course of two days. The cost of attending auditions (including as a clinic participant) is $30 payable via Venmo or Paypal; information will be available in the registration form linked below.
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November 1, 2025
Location: Godwin Hall Gym
Time: 9am - 9pm
November 2, 2025
Location: Godwin Hall Gym
Time: 9am - 6:30pm
​Both audition dates are mandatory for those auditioning for the competitive teams.
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Godwin Hall
261 Bluestone Dr, Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Directions to Godwin Hall
From I-81 - Take Exit 245 turning right onto Port Republic Road. Take an immediate right at the next light onto Bluestone Drive. Take a left onto Champions Drive and the parking lot will be on your right.
Frequently asked Questions
Practice Schedule
Nuance A & Open have camp weekends at the beginning of the season and begin regular weekly practices on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday as the JMU semester begins. ​Rehearsal schedule & locations are subject to the availability of practice space.
Elligibility
Per WGI rules, performers in A class cannot be not over 22 years of age as of 12:01 a.m. on April 1, 2026. performers in Open class cannot be over 25 years of age as of 12:01 a.m. on April 1, 2026.
Competitions
Nuance is proud to compete locally within the Atlantic Indoor Association and competes on an international level at regionals and World Championships within WGI, Winter Guard International.
Audition Attire
Please wear all-black form fitting clothing to all audition dates.
Equipment
If you do not have your own flag to bring to auditions, one can be provided for you. If you have your own weapons and are interested in auditioning for a weapon line, please bring them for our weapon audition day and final audition.
