International Casting – Turks and Caicos
Location: Worldwide
Type: Theater
Creativiva Caribbean Inc. is proud to offer another opportunity to perform at a Five Star Resort in the Caribbean Islands of Turks and Caicos and live on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches for 6 months.
We are once again accepting applications from artists worldwide – including USA, Europe and Asia!
Rehearsals: May 21, 2018 – July 12, 2018 in Toronto, Canada
Performances: July 13, 2018 – January 13, 2019 in Turks and Caicos Islands
All candidates must be available for the full duration of the contract.
All candidates must have a valid passport to travel internationally.
All candidates must be 18+.
This is a paid, non-union contract.
We are seeking:
Musical Theatre Actors
Casting male and female musical theatre actors for various roles
Must have on-stage experience in musical theatre
Experience in singing and dancing is required
Ability to work as part of a team
Must be fluent in English
Dancers
Casting male and female dancers for various roles
Must be trained in at least two of the following techniques: jazz, contemporary, hip-hop
Experience in musical theatre, singing and acting is an asset
Ability to work as part of a team
Working proficiency in English is a must
Circus Artists
Casting male and female artists (solos and duos)
Professional Circus Training (or equivalent level if self-taught)
Minimum of 2 different acts (Ground, Aerial, Comedy, etc.)
Must have your own acts and equipment
Ability to work as part of a team
Working proficiency in English is a must
Submission:
Please read carefully and submit all required documents via email (below).
Musical Theatre Actors*
Please submit the following:
1. A CV (Resumé) in English
2. A Headshot, full body shot and photo(s) in performancecreatthea
3. Link(s) to your Show Reels (do not send video attachments); please include samples of your vocal abilities, stage experience and dance experience (musical theatre experience). Do not send film reels.
Dancers
Please submit the following:
1. A CV (Resumé) in English
2. A Headshot, full body shot and photo(s) in performance
3. Link(s) to your Demo Reel (do not send video attachments); including multi genre styles, demonstrating your technical abilities.
Circus
Please submit the following:
1. A CV (Resumé) in English (note your main disciplines; min. 2)
2. A Headshot, full body shot, photo(s) in performance
3. Link(s) to your Demo Reel (do not send video attachments); please show your acts in full. You must have a minimum of 2 acts.
How to Submit:
Please send your submission to casting@creativiva.com
All submissions must include in the subject line:
TC4 – Your Discipline (Musical Theatre Actor, Dancer, or Circus)
eg. TC4 – Dancer
Please note in your email where you saw this submission.
Only complete applications (CV, headshot, photos, proper links) will be considered.
Deadline to submit is: January 12, 2018 10AM (EST)
We thank everyone for their interest, but only pre-selected candidates will be contacted for our interview process. Interviews will be conducted via Skype.
*Pre-selected actor candidates may be asked to prepare a song and monologue.
Terms and Conditions:
Rehearsal Period in Toronto, Canada:
Dates (actors and dancers): May 21, 2018 – July 12, 2018 (7.5 weeks, 6 rehearsal days per week)
Dates (circus artists): July 2, 2018 – July 12, 2018 (1.5 weeks, 6 rehearsal days per week)
Fee:
Performers will be paid a weekly fee for the rehearsals in Toronto.
In addition to the fee above, Creativiva Caribbean Inc. will provide:
– economy flight (round trip) between major international airport and Toronto, Canada;
– luggage fees for up to 2 checked bags with personal items and any checked bags with performing equipment;
– accommodation in Toronto, Canada (shared rooms)
During the rehearsal period, selected candidates must be available for all photo shoots, video shoots, meetings and any promotional events while in Toronto, inclusive in the performers rehearsal fee.
Performances in Turks and Caicos Islands:
Dates: July 13, 2018 – January 13, 2019 (6 months)
Performance schedule:
5 working days (performing 4 days a week (2 shows per day) and participating 1 day in a parade)
Shows:
All ages musical theatre productions (duration: 50 minutes each)
Parade:
Weekly event with all artists walking through the resort grounds (duration: 35 minutes)
Venue:
outdoor stage
Fee:
Performance fee will be paid monthly for performances and will be determined based on skill set and role of the performer in the productions.
In addition to the fee above, Creativiva Caribbean Inc. will provide:
– accommodation on site, in double-rooms, equipped for staff necessities;
– 3 meals per day;
– beach access;
– staff pool access;
– performance costumes;
– performance props;
– performance shoes;
– performance makeup
Additionally, performers must take part in any promotional activities and social events as requested by the resort (non-performance), inclusive in the performance fee.
Insurance:
Canada:
Performers must obtain their own travel insurance for rehearsal period in Canada at their own expense.
Turks and Caicos Islands:
A health insurance plan will be provided and the cost will be split amongst 3 parties: the resort, Creativiva Caribbean Inc. and the performer. Each party will contribute to the insurance plan monthly in the following breakdown: US$170/month divided between the resort (US$44.43/month), Creativiva Caribbean Inc. (US$56.67/month) and Performer (US$68.90/month, deducted from monthly salary).
Visas/Work permits:
Canada:
Producer covers the fee of a visa application or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to rehearse in Canada (depending on country of residence).
Performer provides at their own expense all required documentation to obtain a Canadian Visa, if required (exact requirements vary based on country of residence).
Turks and Caicos Islands:
Creativiva Caribbean Inc. covers the fee of a work permit application and handles the process to attain work permit for Turks and Caicos Islands.
In order to obtain a work permit, the performer must provide at their own expense the following:
1. Police Record valid within 6 months (in English or with certified translation to English).
2. Six (6) Passport Pictures (35×45, colour, no seal) – each photo is to be certified by a notary.
3. Copy of Passport (certified by a notary) (in English or with certified translation to English).
4. Resume (in English).
5. Relevant Diplomas or Certificates (certified by notary) (in English or with certified translation to English).
6. Medical form with exam and test results (in English or with certified translation to English).
7. Courier delivery of the package from country of residence to resort in Turks and Caicos Islands.
Thank you for your interest in Creativiva Caribbean Inc.!
Payment: Paid
City or Location of call: Worldwide
Please submit to: casting@creativiva.com by 2018-01-12
This casting notice was posted by: Creativiva