Coming to Chicago October 9, 2012
NATIONAL CASTING CALL
CHICAGO, IL- Have you ever dreamed of running away with the circus?
National playwright and talent scout, Angela Barrow-Dunlap and Founder of Brand Rally, Allison Jordan is looking to discover the next SOUL STARS in Chicago to become hosts of the most interactive circus in the world!
The Scouts and Crew will be in Chicago on October 9, 2012. They will be looking for all professional caliber comedic actors, mimes and dancers. Strong improvisational skills are a must for all auditionees. Dancers must possess a strong technical aptitude in Ballet, Modern Dance and Contemporary dance styles and must possess strong dramatic stage presence. Male and female talents of all ethnicities are strongly encouraged to attend.
DATE: October 9, 2012 –DANCERS ONLY/TIME: 10am- 2pm:
Looking for Dancers and Dancer groups (All genres)
DATE: October 9, 2012/TIME: 4pm-8pm:
Looking for Mime troops or individuals
Looking for Improv Groups
Looking for Comedians and Comedic Actors
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
- · Actors shall prepare a one-minute routine
- ·Dancers will be taught a combination
- · Bring Photo & Resume
- · Must be able to travel
- · Please show up with your music (CD or IPOD) in case we need it
- · Please be already dressed and ready to audition
- · This is a casting call be prepared to sign in and/or wait
- · This is a Non-Union Production
The Castingll Ca will take place under the Big Top Tent: Washington Park 5531 S. Martin Luther King Dr. Chicago, IL 60637.
UniverSoul Circus is a big top thrill-ride infused with an unparalleled global mix of circus artistry, music, dance and style – all inspired by reflections of the world around US. The UniverSoul Circus 2012 production entitled “US” – featuring Shaolin Kung Fu acrobats from China, bone-breaking contortionists with hop-hop flair from Guinea, and hilarious acrobatic comedy from South Africa – will be performing from Sept. 19 to Oct. 21 at Washington Park in Chicago. UniverSoul Circus is sponsored in Chicago by the Black McDonald’s Operators Association.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOW:
“At UniverSoul Circus, we’re one big happy family – and that includes our fans,” said Founder and President Cedric Walker. “Without you, there is no US. This year’s production titled simply, yet profoundly, “US” – includes 14 outstanding acts from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas – all coming together to create an unforgettable global experience. ”
US 2012 Tour
The UniverSoul Circus 2012 North American tour of “US” kicked off in January in Tampa followed by Miami, Atlanta, and a host of other cities along the East Coast and Mid West including New York City, Washington, D.C., St. Louis, Dallas, Memphis and Detroit before heading to Chicago. The international cast includes 80 world-class acrobats, contortionists, aerialists, martial artists, dancers, comedians, clowns, zebras, llamas, giraffes, tigers, horses and elephants.
2012 List of Acts
Improv Comedy Troupe USA
Zeke – Co Host USA
Onionhead the Clown USA
Caribbean Dance Trinidad & Tobago
Acrobatic Hip Hop Contortion Guinea, South Africa & USA
Acrobatic Kung Fu China
Mixed Animal Act USA
Tigers USA
Comedy Bench Act South Africa
Russian Swing Belarus
Elephants USA
Cossack Horse Act Russia and Guinea
Aerial Duet France and Brazil
Hip Hop Dancers USA
WHEN: September 19-October 21, 2012
WHERE: Washington Park
TICKETS: Tickets, ranging from $15 to $31 will be available via Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com and 1-800-745-3000. Children under 1 are FREE.
SHOWTIMES:
Wednesday, Sept. 19 @11:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.
Tuesdays thru Fridays @ 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays @ 12 noon, 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sundays @ 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Visit www.universoulcircus.com for more info, show times, and schedules. Also follow us on www.facebook.com/universoulcircus and www.twitter.com/universoulcirc
About UniverSoul Circus
UniverSoul is a highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music that spans genres including Pop, Classic R&B, Latin, Hip Hop, Jazz and Gospel. It embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers. UniverSoul Circus is rated as one of the top three circuses in America along with Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey and Cirque du Soleil. UniverSoul’s fresh approach to family friendly live entertainment has garnered it a coveted spot as one of Ticketmaster’s top ten most requested family events, along with other shows including Sesame Street Live, Disney on Ice, and Radio City Christmas Spectacular. The circus was founded in Atlanta by concert and theatre promoter, Cedric Walker. Now in its 19th year, the circus will perform over 500 shows in 28 major markets.
