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Singing Opportunities for "Lost Heroes of Oro" Musical

Toronto, ON, Canada
ID: 571347Exp: 9/12/2024
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. The Musical "Lost Heroes of Oro" is looking for performers ages 10+. Please, see the details below. About the musical: Logline: "Lost Heroes of Oro" (LHOO) is an immersive narrative that transports you through the historical events of the 1700s-1800s, shedding light on a significant chapter of Canada's past: slavery. At its heart, the story revolves around one of Canada's Black heroes, Richard Pierpoint, and the profound connection between his journey and the African Methodist Episcopal Church nestled in Oro-Medonte, Ontario. Rate: $500 - $3000 depending on your role. Contract: 1 month and 1 week. Additional information: Non-union. Audition Preparation: Singers: Prepare two contrasting pop songs of your choice to sing acapella. Each song should not exceed 2 minutes. Choose sections that best showcase your vocal range. Dancers: Prepare two contrasting 1-minute dance pieces of your choice. Additionally, please submit your MP3s by Friday, September 13th, 2024, at 5 pm. Location: Toronto, ON. Callback date: Saturday September 21st. Rehearsals: January 5th, 2025, to January 31st, 2025, scheduled Monday to Sunday as needed, totaling 3 to five days per week, depending on your role. Rehearsals will be conducted between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm. Additionally, some rehearsals will involve special performance previews of the show in malls, streets, and at special events which you are required to attend. Techweek: Monday February 3rd - Wednesday February 5th, 2025. Shows: Thursday February 6th - Saturday February 8th, 2025. Number of shows: 8. Submission deadline: September 12th, 2024 at midnight (12am). PLEASE DO NOT AUDITION IF YOU CANNOT COMMIT TO THE REHEARSAL AND SHOW DATES/TIMES. When applying, please submit a headshot and resume (PDF format only) with the subject line: "LHOO – submission - [FULL NAME]". Indicate the role(s) you would like to audition for using the character breakdown below with three requested times you would like to have your audition. A representative will contact you with your confirmed audition time slot. Just so you know, as the company will try to give you one of the times you asked for, it is not guaranteed.

2 roles

DancersBoth genders10-18 y.o.African-American

MUST be able to dance and learn choreography with some acting skills. Pay: $500.

Choir MembersBoth genders15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Singers who are interested in getting experience being in a Musical on a grand stage. Mature teens only. Pay: Experience.