National and International Casting Opportunities for Las Vegas and Switzerland. Looking for all ages and Ethnicities.

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NV, 'ONCE ON THIS ISLAND'

Signature Productions, in conjunction with Super Summer Theatre, is casting, Once On This Island, a Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale The Little Mermaid. Steve Huntsman, dir. Shannon Winkel, choreo.

The show is the story of Ti Moune, a black peasant girl who rescues, nurses and falls in love with Daniel, a mulatto from a wealthy family. When Daniel is returned to his people, the gods who rule the island, guide Ti Moune on a quest to test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death.

The Caribbean-flavored score is by the Tony Award-winning songwriting team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime and the animated film Anastasia). Rehearsals will begin in early June (evenings Mon.-Fri.) with performances scheduled for August 12-29, Wed-Sat.

Seeking--

Ti Moune: female, 16-30, beautiful peasant girl from an uncertain past with childlike innocence. She's an unselfish dreamer about to embark on a journey that will test her strength and challenge her spirit. strong singer/actor, must dance well;

Daniel Beaxhomme: male, 20-35, a "grande homme", handsome and well-bred, aristocratic and loyal to the traditions of his people. He longs for something more and finds something in Ti Moune that he's never found before in any other woman. Including the woman he's about to marry. Strong Actor/Singer, Athletic build. Must move well. Dance a plus;

Tonton Julian: male, 30-50, Ti Moune's adoptive father. A strong spiritual man who possesses great wisdom and unconditional love. Strong Singer/Actor. Must move well;

Mama Euralie: female, 30-50, TiMoune's adoptive mother. Her strong,warm, nurturing and understanding heart allows her the ability to let go of the one gift she fears losing. Strong Singer/Actor. Must move well;

Andrea Devereaux: female, 18-35, Daniel's betrothed, elegant and refined. She is the pillar of high society. Her affection and sense of possession over Daniel allows her the ability to manipulate and an unsuspecting TiMoune. Strong Singer/ Actor. Must Move well;

Armand: male, 20-40, Daniel's stern father, a man who pleasures himself with what or whomever he wishes. Actor/ Singer. Must move well. Dance a plus;

Agwe: male, 25-45, the God of Water, responsible for the storm that ultimately brings two different worlds together. Strong Singer/ Actor. Must move well. Dance a plus;

Papa Ge: male, 25-40, the Demon of Death. He pleasures in the pain of others and strikes up a deal of everlasting proportions with Ti Moune. Strong Actor/Singer. Must move well. Dance and acrobatics a plus; Asaka: female, 25-45, Mother of the Earth and spirit of the island. Protector of Ti Moune as she ventures into uncharted territory. Strong Singer/Actor. Must Move well. Dance a plus;

Erzulie: female, 25-40, the Goddess of Love and protector of Ti Mounes heart. She sees Ti Moune's capacity for love and convinces the gods to give in to the desires of her unselfish heart. Strong Singer/ Actor. Must move well. Dance a plus;

Little Girl (Ti Moune): female, 7-12, a child frightened by a terrible storm who finds herself a part of the story. Singer/ Actor. Must move well.

Auditions will be held Tuesday, April 21, 8 p.m., at Nevada Ballet Theatre, 1651 Inner Circle Dr. Las Vegas;

Wednesday, April 22, 8 p.m., & Saturday, May 2, 6 p.m., at Bunker Dance Center, 7850 W. Ann Rd Ste 130 Las Vegas.

There will be an open dance audition on Saturday, May 9, 1 p.m. at Bunker Dance Center.

Callbacks will be Saturday, May 9, 4 p.m. at Bunker Dance Center by invitation only. Bring current pix & resume to audition, prepare a song selection that best displays the voice. If the selection is not from Once On This Island, bring sheet music in correct key. An accompanist will be provided. CDs or tracks will not be accommodated in the audition.

Auditioners may be asked to read from the script and participate in improvisations. All ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Non-traditional casting will be considered.

If unable to attend any of the auditions listed email Steve Huntsman at stickboysteve@gmail.com to arrange an alternate audition time or send a DVD or VHS video audition to Steve Huntsman (OOTI Auditions), 2441 Lincoln Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89115.

Auditions may be submitted electronically by sending a video or link to YouTube/ AOL video/ MySpace/ Facebook/ etc. to stickboysteve@gmail.com  Be sure that your name is clearly identified in the video title. Auditioners may be asked to learn new material and resubmit a callback video.

Pay: Stipend. Non-Union.

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U.S., 'CIRCUS CONELLI', ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, DANERS

The Circus Conelli is casting for performances beginning in November in
Zurich, Switzerland. Cindy Lee Gasser, casting dir.

Rehearsals are scheduled to begin Nov. 2, show opens Nov. 19, with the premiere on Nov. 23. Two shows a day for approximately 42 days. Show closes Jan. 2, 2010. Dancers would need to learn about four numbers.

Seeking--

Dancers: 5 females, 50+, approx. 5'8", strong in jazz.

Submit resume, info & pix to Cindy Lee Gasser at cleegasser@hotmail.com or by mail to Circus Conelli, Attn: Cindy Lee Gasser,
Connyland Street 1-10, 8564 Lipperswil TG, Switzerland.

Accommodations provided during rehearsals, return flight, hotel in Zurich and meals would be paid for.

Producers will also apply and pay for the work permits, Swiss taxes & accident insurance only.

For more info, visit www.circus-conelli.ch  Pay provided (135 swiss francs per day and half pay for rehearsals).

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St. George – Las Vegas NV, 'SHOCK OF YOUR LIFE'

Vission Works Prod. is Shock of Your Life. Candace Infuso, dir. Shoots April 2009.

Seeking -

Grandmother: great facial expressions and comedic timing.

Submit pix & resume to thegeneralemailbox@yahoo.com  No pay, but copy, credit, and meals provided. Non-Union.

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