Auditioning Actors for Immediate Vacancy

We have an opening for one actor (non gender-specific, Age: 30-55) to join the cast of 730 Steps (original adaptation of Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment). Role TBD.

Committed to strengthening a more multicultural artistic community and the principle of diversity, we strongly encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups.

The audition process, which will include a preliminary interview with an APL Artistic Associate and a practical working session with the ensemble, will be conducted February 14-16, 2017.

APL does not generally cast on a per-show basis, making this is a rare opportunity to work with an established and highly regarded ensemble-based company with deep artistic lineage and an international reputation.  While we are specifically looking to fill an unexpected vacancy in the cast of this production, we also will be assessing based upon potential for a more long-term artistic association.

We are committed to rigorous work in a highly focused and personally supportive environment. We are looking for someone interested in creating devised psychophysical theatre following long-form, ensemble-centered methodologies that have evolved out of our nearly 30 years of working in Central and Eastern European theatre traditions.

Considerations:

  • The ideal candidate can begin rehearsing sooner rather than later. We have some flexibility to work around pre-existing commitments. But we would need this actor dedicated full time in the evenings (7pm to 11pm, Mon – Thurs, with some Sundays) beginning no later than May.
  • We are committed to a minimum of 30 minutes of physical training at the beginning of each rehearsal. We would expect this actor to learn our exercises and participate along with the rest of the company.
  • The entire ensemble will be expected to sing Russian traditional and religious songs with complicated harmonies and in their native language.
  • We intend to add this production to a repertoire of pieces available for national and international touring. We would hope this actor could be available when such opportunities arise
  • APL pays a higher-than-average, non-union performance stipend
  • Rehearsals have been ongoing since September. We work within a precisely articulated, longform rehearsal process and are committed to presenting the art only when it is ready. It is important that ensemble members embrace this process.
  • Seattle performance venue is booked for a local run July 14 – 29

If you would like to be considered, please send an email expressing your interest, along with your resume and headshot to ensemble@akropolisperformancelab.com with the subject “730 Steps Audition.”

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Calling Youth to Audition for Inaugural Apprentice Ensemble

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Pomegranate & Ash (2015, On the Boards Open Studio) | Apprentice Linnea Ingalls & Associate Trevor Young Marston | Photo: Joe Patrick Kane

Pomegranate & Ash (Feb 2015, On the Boards) | 2014-15 Apprentice Linnea Ingalls & APL Associate Trevor Young Marston | Photo: Joe Patrick Kane

Akropolis Performance Lab, Seattle’s premiere ensemble-based theatre company since 2000, is looking for youth ages 14 to 19 to form an Apprentice Ensemble. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of building something completely new in Seattle!

The first youth performance opportunity of its kind in the region, APL’s Apprentice Ensemble develops the personal and professional performing skills of its young members through a year-long relationship with an established company.

We seek high school aged performers with a passion for thinking outside-the-box, as well as a sincere commitment to artistic exploration and an interest in ensemble development, learning advanced techniques, and creating original performances.

Youth from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to audition.

No prior acting experience is required.

APPRENTICE COMMITMENTS WILL INCLUDE:

  • Training Sessions: 2 Saturdays per month, 10:00 am to 1:15 pm, Sand Point location
    • Physical: engage in a range of activities that not only tone the body and build endurance but also develop kinesthetic intelligence, physical creativity, and practical understanding of fundamental performance principles.
    • Vocal: work with a broad spectrum of traditional songs to improve listening, expand range and resonance, explore harmonics, and establish vocal confidence
    • Acting: practice individual and group studies in applying a method of physical action to the creation of actor-generated performance, focusing on given circumstances, task, intention, and action across a spectrum of performance styles.
  • Regular opportunities to train and interact with APL’s main company
  • Mentorship by an established APL Artistic Associate
  • Performance of an original piece devised by the Apprentice Ensemble under direction of APL’s Artistic Directors (Spring 2016)
  • Leadership opportunities in APL’s Summer 2016 Youth Workshops

ABOUT THE AUDITION:

The audition will be a 2-day workshop-style experience involving physical activities, work with song, and creative play with non-verbal action. No monologue or other preparation required.

  • Dates – October 3 & 4 (attendance both days is required)
  • Times – 12:00 – 3:00 pm
  • Location – Sand Point area
  • Dress – appropriately for physical movement
  • Bring – water bottle, towel, healthy snack
  • Prepare to sweat and work in bare feet

Sign up to audition HERE!

Now Auditioning Men for Ensemble Membership

Clairvoyant | Emily Jo Testa, Henry James Walker, Joseph Lavy & Sara Kaus | Photo: Joe Patrick Kane

Pomegranate & Ash (2015 at On the Boards) | “Clairvoyant” | Emily Jo Testa, Henry James Walker, Joseph Lavy & Sara Kaus | Photo: Joe Patrick Kane

Akropolis Performance Lab seeks male artists with baritone or bass singing voices for ensemble membership. The audition process, which will include a preliminary interview and several practical working sessions with APL, will be held during the month of August. We recommend requesting an invitation to audition before August 15.

This is a rare opportunity to work with an established and highly regarded ensemble-based company with deep artistic lineage and an international reputation. APL is committed to rigorous work in a highly focused and personally supportive environment. Our aesthetic signature is Theatre of Polyphony. We seek artists with a sincere commitment to ensemble development, a strong connection to or curiosity about their cultural heritage, and a desire to explore their individual potential through the vehicle of performance prioritized as artistic expression over commercial endeavor.

Committed to strengthening a more multicultural artistic community and the principle of diversity, we strongly encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups.

For complete details about this call and information about how to request an invitation to audition, click HERE.

Selection Session for our Ensemble

Jeanne is Visited by an Apparition (Brynna Jourden & Andy Clawson)| Jeanne the Maid 2003 | Photo: Zhenya Lavy

Jeanne is Visited by an Apparition (Brynna Jourden & Andy Clawson)| Jeanne the Maid 2003 | Photo: Zhenya Lavy

Akropolis Performance Lab is issuing a call for performers.

We intend to expand our ensemble by one or two actors.

Join us October 26, 2014, for a rare company audition. The opportunity is open to anyone for whom our mission and artistic ethos resonate, but it does require registration (no fee).

Learn more and register here.