Auditions: Brainstorm Productions 2012 Touring Season

Brainstorm Productions Auditions for 2012 Season Auditions by appointment only Auditions are held as follows Brisbane: Monday 21st November with call-backs on Tuesday 22nd November. Melbourne: Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th November with call-backs on Friday 25th November. Sydney: Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th November with call-backs on Thursday 1st December. To apply for an audition actors MUST HAVE a current driver’s licence and good driving record Applications open 1st October 2011: Send short cover note including: 1. CV (resume) 2. Address 3. Date of birth 4. Email address 5. Current headshot 6. Agents name and email address (if applicable) If you are currently represented by an Agent you must go through their Agency or at least let them know you are sending your application directly to us. E-mail: auditions@brainstormproductions.com.au Fax: (02) 6628 5009 Post: PO Box 804 Alstonville NSW 2477 Closing Date Brisbane applicants: Monday 14th November 5pm Closing Date Melbourne applicants: Monday 14th November 5pm Closing Date Sydney applicants: Wednesday 16th November 5pm Late applications cannot be accepted. • Minimum age 19 years but with a playing range of 16-25 years. • CURRENT DRIVERS LICENCE and good driving record. • Keen to do at least some touring (approx ¼ to ½ of each tour is in actors base city) • Some roles require singing and physical theatre others are straight dramatic roles. Rate of Pay: Rate of Pay: Weekly wages are paid at Equity rates, plus Living Away from Home Allowance when tour is away from actor’s base city, Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, employers contribution to Superannuation and Workers Compensation. For all rehearsals and some of the longer away from home tours (eg Adelaide tours) accommodation is provided by Brainstorm Productions and actors receive a Meals and Incidentals allowance instead of the Living Away from Home Allowance. Who we are: • One of the largest touring theatre companies in Australia • Established for 28 years. • Employing 15-20 actors each year. • More than 2000 shows to up to 400,000 students every year. • Supportive, professional work environment. • Company cars provided. • Challenging shows that address serious social issues. • A great opportunity for experienced actors or young actors straight from University to gain experience and confidence. For more information and a list of roles visit our website: www.brainstormproductions.com.au click on ‘Employment’ on the toolbar. Go to our facebook page to view photos of actors on tour! Please note: It is an offence under the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment) Act 2005 for a person convicted of a serious sex offence to apply for these positions.