CASTING WORLDWIDE!!!
PROJECT DETAILS
Project Name (Working Title): DRAGON SPRING PHOENIX RISE
Project classification: Non-Jurisdictional Live Event Theatrical Piece – Still in Negotiations on classification
World premiere production commissioned by The Shed (New York, NY)
Casting Dates: TBD – week of May 21st
Choreographer: Akram Khan
Usage: Live performance
Location: NYC, The McCourt at The Shed
Rehearsal: 15 total rehearsal weeks in 2018 and 2019
Performances: 4 weeks in July 2019 in NYC, Opening night: July 2, 2019 – 28, 2019
Please Note **
After performances in NY, production may go to Hong Kong and Beijing. Runs approx. 4 weeks in each city. Show may extend.
Rate: See under each role – includes approx. 7 shows per week.
SYNOPSIS
In Flushing, Queens NYC, the orthodox Chinese sect called “House of Dragon” have secretly practiced the magical art of transformation. They possess the essence and power to extend human life. Our show is a modern day, American myth. A story of self-preservation and courage, in a time of repression. A story of greed, betrayal, revenge, devotion, resurrection and transcendence.
ROLES
MOTHER, Female, Chinese American, Mid to late 30’s, highly trained actress. Must have a strong background in modern / contemporary dance. Should feel comfortable following choreography in stage combat, martial arts, weaponry. Singing preferred. PAID WEEKLY rate for rehearsals and performance to be negotiated.
DAUGHTER, Female, Asian or Eurasian, appears 18-25, highly trained Actress. Must have a strong background in modern / contemporary dance. Should feel comfortable following choreography in stage combat, martial arts, weaponry. Singing preferred. PAID WEEKLY rate for rehearsals and performance to be negotiated.
SON, Male, Asian or Eurasian, appears 18-25, highly trained Actor. Must have a strong background in modern / contemporary dance. Should feel comfortable following choreography in stage combat, martial arts, weaponry. Singing preferred. PAID WEEKLY rate for rehearsals and performance to be negotiated.
MODERN & CONTEMPORARY DANCERS 12-14 MEMBERS, Male or Female, Age 20-40, African American or ethnically ambiguous. Extremely advance in contemporary / hip-hop dance, who can flow thru different dance styles and can do controlled movements, combining hip-hop and martial arts style. PAID WEEKLY rate for rehearsals and performance to be negotiated.