Cirque du Soleil is seeking female gymnasts to perform in our new show about Elvis and his musical heritage. The show will take place at the theatre of the CityCenter in Las Vegas, and will be directed by Vincent Paterson.
Let your talent shine
Cirque du Soleil produces multidisciplinary shows combining circus arts, acrobatics, music, song, dance and theatre. In 2009, Cirque will be presenting 18 different shows-featuring more than 1,200 artists-all over the world. Cirque du Soleil is continually developing new creations and seeking new talent. We recruit artists globally online, via auditions or on scouting trips.
Applying Online
Interested candidates must apply online with a complete application that includes a CV/résumé, a recent photo and a video demo that shows:
Bars (uneven or horizontal) skills including giants, bar transfers, release moves and dismount; Acrobatic skills and any other special skills.
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To find out more about what to include in your video demo, please click here.
Submission deadline: March 20, 2009.
disclosure – I love Cirque du Soleil
==== UPDATE – In Australia, Cirque is doing a benefit show Friday 17 April in conjunction with NICA (National Institute of Circus Arts).
Dralion by Cirque du Soleil
All proceeds from ticket sales directly support NICA’s Social Circus activities with young people in remote and regional communities across Australia.
For more information visit: www.nica.com.au/outreach
Details on that show (PDF)
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