The Rockettes

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It's what made them famous, the eye-high kick. They do it as a grand finale after every show with military precision. Here is a compilation video of the Rockettes performing the eye-high kick.

Choreographed by Rockettes founder Russell Markert, the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers has remained unchanged since it's inception in 1924. The Rockettes perform a march of toy soldiers then end with the Rockettes falling like dominoes. Here's a video of the world famous Rockettes performing the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers. Watch it to the end to see the grand finale.

Books make great gifts

With technology changing at warp speed, books will always be relevant.  Set these photographic histories of the Rockettes on your coffee table for a great conversation starter.

Anyone can be a Rockette, they just have a few requirements. There is a height requirement and candidates will be measured in stocking feet. You must be proficient in tap, jazz and ballet, pointe work is a plus but not required. Candidates will be expected to sing at an audition but voice quality is not as important as the ability to sing and dance at the same time.

Other requirements such as age and you must be legally authorized to work in the United States in accordance with immigration laws.

All the information you'll need to get an audition can be found on the Rockettes website. The video below will give you some insight into the audition process.