Led by director Yoon Hansol, the Korean theatre unit greenpig will be making its F/T debut as part of the main Festival/Tokyo 2012 program this autumn.
Ahead of performances in November, auditions will be held this August to find local members of the cast. In accordance to the themes of the upcoming production, the director in particular is hoping to find performers with specific memories related to war, school or a place that has been "lost".
Auditions
August 5, 2012 (Sun)
Rehearsals / Performances (TBC)
August 6 (Mon), 7 (Wed), 2012 17:00-22:00 (TBC)
November 19 (Mon) - 21 (Wed), 2012 (rehearsal times to be decided at later date)
November 22 (Sat) - 25 (Sun), 2012 (performances)
Venue (Auditions, Rehearsals, Performances)
Nishi-Sugamo Arts Factory
4-9-1 Nishi-Sugamo
Toshima-ku, Tokyo
http://sozosha.anj.or.jp/
Application Conditions
• Healthy male or female Tokyo or Kanto region resident, aged over 18
• Able to participate in all workshops, rehearsals and performances dates
• Physically able to memorize and put into practice the instructions of the director and choreographer
Compensation
Gratuity: ¥100,000 (inc. tax)
Accident Insurance: covered by Festival/Tokyo
How to Apply
Please send the following information by the online application form or by mail.
1. Name
2. Date of birth
3. Age
4. Gender
5. Address (including postal/zip code)
6. Daytime telephone number
7. Email addres (PC / mobile)
8. Nearest train station
9. Travel time required from nearest station to Nishi-Sugamo Station (Toei Mita Line)
10. Occupation (affiliated organization if related to performing arts)
11. Hometown
12. Height
13. Weight
14. Clothing/dress size (Men's wear for males; women's wear for females) (XS, S, M, L, LL, XL)
15. Stage experience (those with experience, please include as much detail as possible)
16. Special skills
17. Motivation for application (around 200 Japanese characters)
18. Statement on the theme of either "memory of a lost place", "memory of war" or "memory of school" (please choose one) (200 Japanese characters)
19. English language ability (if you hold a qualification, please include this) or Korean language ability (if any)
20. Full-body photograph (from front-on; if sending by postal mail, E or L size photograph)
21. Headshot photograph (from front-on; if sending by postal mail, E or L size photograph)
All submitted personal information is intended strictly for internal use only and use related to the selection of applicants, or the undertakings of the Festival/Tokyo Executive Committee (and main program artists).
Please note that applicants of any nationality may apply but residence in Kanto/Tokyo area is required, along with some Japanese language ability. Please inquire if you are unsure if you qualify as an applicant.
Positions Available: 5 persons
Deadline for Applications
Must arrive by July 20, 2012 (Fri)
(Online applications accepted up to midnight on July 20)
Where to Apply
• Online application:
Please go to
https://qooker.jp/Q/ja/greenpig/entryform/ and complete the necessary fields (form is in Japanese only).
• Postal application:
greenpig Cast Recruitment
Festival/Tokyo Office
Nishi-Sugamo Arts Factory
4-9-1 Nishi-Sugamo, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Zip: 170-0001
What Happens Next
• Applicants who submitted their applications by the deadline will be notified by July 28 (Sat)
• An orientation session will be held at Nishi-Sugamo Arts Factory for those who pass the application stage.
July 29 (Sun) (15:00)
• Auditions will be held on August 5 (Sun), with the times notified after the orientation session.
• The results of the audition will be announced on the day.
Inquiries
Festival/Tokyo Office
greenpig Performer Recruitment Rep. (Ms. Sugiyama)
Email: greenpig.ft12@gmail.com Telephone: 03-5961-5202 Fax: 03-5961-5207
http://festival-tokyo.jp/