Performer
Charlotte, North Carolina
Job Category: Entertainment Shows/Performers
Req ID 33222Here at Carowinds, we strive to be an inviting and diverse place for entertainment professionals to thrive. We invite ALL types of interested performers, technicians, and theatre artists to apply! When we say ALL, we mean it. If you think you are the wrong size, shape, age, etc. please show up anyways! We want to see you and your talents!
MUST AUDITION FOR THIS ROLE: NEXT IN PERSON AUDITION: SATURDAY JUNE 13th
10:00AM Check in for Dancers & Movers/Costume Characters
10:30AM - 12:00PM Dancers
12:00PM - 1:00PM Movers & Costume Characters
1:30PM Check in for Singers, Actors & Stunt Performers
2:00PM - 4:00PM Singers, Actors, & Stunt Performers
Singers must provide their own music track showcasing an upbeat pop song and a musical theatre song. Actors will be reading from a selection of sides provided upon check in.
Costume Characters must be no taller than 5'3"
Virtual Submissions & Special Skill Submissions (such as stilt walking, jumping stilts, cirque skills, etc.) may be submitted virtuallyno later than June 20th to ca.auditions@sixflags.com to be considered for Fall/Winter casting.
Responsibilities:
Singers & Singer/Dancers:When picking your audition piece, please keep in mind that our shows include high energy pop, rock, and even country music. Please prepare 2 contrasting vocal selections showing versatile styles- your best 16-32 bars of each. Aux cord will be provided for In Person Auditions. You MAY NOT sing a cappella. FOR IN PERSON AUDITIONS,please dress appropriately in case you are asked to do a movement combination.
Dancers:Our shows mix traditional musical theatre and jazz with hip hop and even dance team styles of choreography. Are you a tumbler? Are you a classically trained ballerina? Are you an aspiring Rockette? We want to see all of that! Come prepared to learn a high-energy dance combination. Please plan to dress professionally, in a way that allows for movement. Please also bring at least 2 types of shoes.
Improvisational & Character Actors + Show Hosts:Be over the top and confident! You will be provided with audition sides to read from upon check in. We do not expect you to memorize this, but we do want to see you try new things and make BOLD choices when reading for us. You may also be asked to improvise during the audition. Please be sure to include any improvisation experience on your resume.
Stunt Performers: Seeking performers with experience in martial arts and/or action/fight choreography, working at heights, and other athletic or extreme physical stunts.
Qualifications:
You!
Ability to sing, dance, or perform in a theatrical role.
Ability to demonstrate basic acting ability and stage presence.
People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
