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Open Auditions: Call for Singers

  • Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, Cornell University · Ithaca
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Open Auditions: Call for Singers
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The Department of Performing & Media Arts is seeking a talented woman or non-binary vocalist to join an innovative and thought-provoking UK dance theatre production titled “Suitcases," by Hit The Ground Running Dance Theatre Company.
This immersive performance explores themes of mental illness, identity, and belonging through a compelling combination of dance, storytelling, and powerful vocal expression.
Audition Details:
Role: Vocalist (female/female-identifying)
Performance Piece: Delivery of two songs a Capella
Location: Kiplinger Theatre, Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts
Date & Time: Monday, October 26, 7:30 pm
Email Professor Bruce Levitt at [email protected] to sign up for a specific time
Preparation: Please prepare and be ready to perform "Down To The River And Prey” and “Auld Lang Syne” a cappella during the audition. You may choose to perform the song as it is or bring your own interpretative touch, but the performance should be without accompaniment.
Links to examples of both songs can be found here:
WE GO DOWN TO THE RIVER AND PRAY:


AULD LANG SYNE


Please bring a recent photo if you have one and include your name and contact details on the back or we can take an iPhone photo of you at the audition.
What We're Looking For:
Strong vocal ability and control
Expressive storytelling through singing
Ability to connect emotionally with the material
Confidence in performing acapella
Willingness to engage with the themes of mental illness,identity, and resilience
Rehearsals & Commitment:
Selected artist will be involved in rehearsals leading up to the production, with performance dates scheduled for (April 16 & 17, 2027)
Rehearsals will take place beginning March 8th to 13th—preliminary) with final rehearsals beginning April 12th.
Learn more about Michael Heatley, Founder and Artistic Director of Hit The Ground Running Dance Theatre Company: https://hittheground.dance/creative-team
Funded in part by Cornell Council for the Art and supported by the West Campus House System.
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