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Grand Théâtre de la Ville de Luxembourg, 1 Bd Robert Schuman, 2525 Luxembourg
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49.617765752805, 6.1278069893356
Grand Théâtre de Luxembourg Audition
As part of their 2022-2023 season, Les Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg are commissioning an evening of two works including the revival of the piece ‘Seasons’, by choreographer Jean-Guillaume Weis and the next group creation, ‘Florescence in Decay’, by choreographer Elisabeth Schilling.
Jean-Guillaume Weis – Seasons
Seasons is a choreographic interpretation of the musical composition The four seasons by composer Max Richter (recomposition of Antonio Vivaldi). ‘Seasons’ premiered in September 2019 at the Grand Théâtre in Luxembourg in coproduction with Spellbound Contemporary Ballet.
We are looking for dancers with strong ballet and contemporary techniques. Partnering competence is required (lifting, partnering in duo & group) and skills in tutting are welcome.
Rehearsals & performances:
Availability for the following period is required:
Rehearsals: November/December 2022 & February-March 2023 in Luxembourg (exact dates to be confirmed)
Performances: 23, 24 & 25 March 2023
More dates for international touring in 2023 / 24 to be confirmed
Choreographic assistant: Alessandra Chirulli
Elisabeth Schilling – Florescence in Decay
We are looking for dancers who have a solid ballet and contemporary base, as well as improvisation skills and a diversity of movement textures and qualities. A strong stage presence and the ability to work within a team is vital. Ideally dancers should have strong musicality and an interest in contemporary classical music. Applications from dancers with unique movement qualities and of all ages, body types, gender identities and ethnicities are welcome.
Rehearsals & performances:
Availability for the following period is required:
Rehearsals: 23 January – 22 March 2023 in Luxembourg
Performances: 23, 24 & 25 March 2023
More dates for international touring in 2023 / 24 to be confirmed
Choreographic assistant: Brian Ca
Audition schedule & location:
-Saturday 14th of May:
10:00-11:00 Warm-up / 11:30 Workshop Jean-Guillaume Weis / 15:00 Workshop Elisabeth Schilling / Around 18:00 Pre-selection
-Sunday 15th of May:
10:00-11:00 Warm-up / 11:30 Workshop Elisabeth Schilling / 15:00 Workshop JeanGuillaume Weis
Grand Théâtre de la Ville de Luxembourg
1, rond-point Schuman
L-2525 Luxembourg
Requirements:
Jean-Guillaume Weis – ‘Seasons’
- strong ballet and contemporary technique
- partnering competence is required (lifting, partnering in duo & group)
- skills in tutting are welcome
Elisabeth Schilling – ‘Florescence in Decay’
- solid ballet and contemporary base
- improvisation skills
- diversity of movement textures and qualities
- strong stage presence
- ability to work within a team
- ideally dancers should have strong musicality and an interest in contemporary classical music
Required documents:
- CV (maximum 2 pages)
- 1 portrait photo
- 2 dance photos
- 1 video limited to 3 minutes
Application Deadline:
5th of May 2022
Audition Date:
Saturday 14th of May and Sunday 15th of May
To Apply:
To apply please send an e-mail to tvl-audition@vdl.lu, including CV (maximum 2 pages), 1 portrait, 2 dance photos, and 1 video limited to 3 minutes.
Applicants have the choice to apply for either one or both projects. The schedule will allow dancers to participate in both pieces.
Additional Information:
Due to limited places, the audition will be held by invitation only. There is no audition fee.
Please note that travel expenses will not be covered for the audition.
For more information about Les Théâtres de la Ville, please visit: www.lestheatres.lu
For more information about Jean-Guillaume Weis work, please visit: www.dancetheatreluxembourg.lu
For more information about Elisabeth Schilling’s work, please check: www.elisabethschilling.com
COVID-19 info:
No info. Please note however that current Covid-19 restrictions and barrier measures might be applied.
Links:
Original Source:
https://theatres.lu/sites/default/files/2022-04/Audition%20-%20ES%20-%20JGW%20FINAL.pdf
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