Casting Call: Contemporary Male Dancer for Phoenix Dance Theatre
Job Details:
Phoenix Dance Theatre is seeking an exceptional male-identifying contemporary dancer with a solid classical background to join our company for the Spring mid-scale tour, taking place from January to June 2024. This is a unique opportunity to work under the guidance of our new Artistic Director, Marcus Jarrell Willis (@mjwillis_project_inc), and be part of an innovative and evolving dance company.
Responsibilities:
- Participate actively in all rehearsals and performances for the Spring mid-scale tour.
- Collaborate closely with the artistic director and company artists in research and development workshops.
- Uphold the high standards of performance and professionalism associated with Phoenix Dance Theatre.
- Engage in community and outreach programs as part of the company’s initiatives.
- Contribute creatively to the choreographic and artistic process.
Requirements:
- Male-identifying contemporary dancer with a strong classical foundation.
- Proven performance experience in contemporary dance.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic group setting.
- Commitment to the full duration of the contract (Jan – Jun 2024).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Phoenix Dance Theatre is committed to diversity and encourages applications from Black, Asian, and global majority dancers.
- Applicants must possess British citizenship or provide proof of the Right to Work in the UK.
Compensation:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Additional benefits include health insurance, travel allowances, and professional development opportunities.
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Job Description
A new play titled Black Beth by Cheryl May Ndione is casting actors for a week-long Research & Development (R&D) process at the Arcola Theatre in London. This bold, meta-theatrical drama explores themes of race, authorship, and power within a rehearsal room staging a play about slavery. The project offers a collaborative environment for actors interested in developing new work.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a week-long R&D workshop process
- Perform in script-in-hand readings and development sessions
- Collaborate with the creative team to shape the production
- Contribute to a work-in-progress performance
Roles Available
- Beth: Black female, playing age early 20s (also plays Producer of Rum and Red)
- Wunmi: Black female, playing age late 20s (Actor in Rum and Red)
- Isabel: White female, playing age early 20s (Lead Actor and Director of Rum and Red)
- Dalton: Black male, playing age mid-20s (Actor in Rum and Red)
- Thomas: White male, playing age mid-20s (Actor and Set Designer of Rum and Red)
Requirements
- Actors passionate about new writing and collaborative theatre-making
- Strong performance skills and adaptability
- Interest in socially driven and thought-provoking material
- Availability for all scheduled R&D dates
Compensation
- Low-funded R&D (profit share model)