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Audition for pilobolus
Pilobolus is looking for dancers to fill traditionally male roles with strong athleticism, theatrical physicality, and partnering skills who are willing to bare it all—sometimes even literally—on the stage or even in the woods! Boldness, curiosity, and a deep desire for creative collaboration are coveted.
Requirements:
Dancers must be eligible to work for a US-based employer and hold a valid passport
Must be available for rehearsals in Washington, CT
Must be willing and capable to travel domestically and internationally for performances
Contract: Minimum 30 weeks employment contract. Anticipated start date January 6, 2024.
HOW TO AUDITION
Our audition process will run in two phases: 1) video submission or in-person in NYC; and 2) final callback in Washington, CT. Please read below for information about the process and associated dates and deadlines.
FIRST ROUND AUDITIONS:
Determine how you would like to audition: by video or in person. You must select only one method and may not do both. Video and in-person NYC auditionees will be evaluated as part of the first round of auditions.
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Submission deadline: November 4, 2024
Step 1. Review and learn this short movement phrase.
Step 2. Record one video that includes: you dancing this phrase AND 30 seconds of unedited improvisation AND 3 silly walks. State and spell your full name at the beginning of the video. (We are not looking at production value, please use any means of recording in any location.)
Step 3. Upload your video to Vimeo or YouTube. Create a sharable link to include on your application form.
Step 4. Complete the application form. You must include your headshot, resume/CV, and video link.
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Audition date: November 17, 2024, 10AM - 4:30PM. Plan to be there for the full duration.
Location: Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave, Room 409, New York, NY 10018Step 1. Sign up to audition in person using the application form here: Pilobolus Dancer In-Person Audition Registration Form
Sign up deadline: November 15, 2024
Step 2. Review and learn this short movement phrase. Be prepared to perform this phrase on site with minimal instruction. You will also be asked to perform a 30-second improvisation.
If you have questions, contact info@pilobolus.org.
IMPORTANT:
Video auditionees will be alerted via email by Nov 8, 2024 if they are requested to attend either in-person audition dates
In-Person NYC auditionees will be alerted the day of the audition if they will be invited to CT for the final audition
FINAL ROUND CALLBACK:
Date: Nov 18, 2024
Location: Washington, CT
Dancers selected for our final auditioning phase will be informed by the end of day on Nov 17, 2024. At that time, they will receive specific timing information for getting to CT. Travel costs via Metro-North to Brewster Station are the responsibility of the auditionee; Pilobolus will provide pickup at Brewster Station, and return to Brewster Station following the final round callback.
If you have questions about auditions, please email info@pilobolus.org.
COLLABORATORS:
Pilobolus is always interested in meeting creative people! People who are tenacious. Who push boundaries. Who work outside the lines, and make us say wow!
If you want to start a conversation with us about a potential project or collaboration, you may send questions, stories, materials, or proposals to us at info@pilobolus.org.
General Inquiries
We share all open job postings on our website and appropriate industry job boards.
You may always reach out with a general inquiry, in case there’s a position on the horizon that we’re not ready to list. If you’re a fit for an upcoming role with Pilobolus we’ll be sure to connect!
Due to the volume of inquiries we receive, we may not be able to respond to all messages.
Send cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@pilobolus.org with your department or field, and your name in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
TO INQUIRE:
Pilobolus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.