Bentboy
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Auditions
Audition Information & Submission Instructions
Submit via this form with a Headshot, Resume, and audition availability: Auditions will be held in person at Erratics indie arts club For accessibility and actors not local to Calgary self-tapes will be accepted. Audition requirements: One side from the play. A portion of the audition will be interpretive movement to music to see how you move. We ask that this not be prepared. Auditions will be held in person at The Erratics Indie Arts Club 625 11 Ave SW #150, Calgary, AB T2R 0E1 Present at the auditions will be, Josh Languedoc Camille Craig Dylan Thomas-Bouchier If you have any questions or concerns please contact Producer Camille Craig, [email protected]
Casting Breakdown
Inside Out Theatre is looking for Indigenous actors for the following roles. About the Role/s Hummingbird: A young boy who is popular and an example of what we think of as the "perfect" child. Age 20-30 Eagleseye/Tree An elder who leads with their wits. Slow-moving, but by choice./ The oldest soul in the forest, with wisdom that transcends time. Age 40-60 Deerchild/Greyfowl/Anonamouse Children villagers who are friends of hummingbird and look up to him. Age 18-30
Accessibility Information
About the show: Bentboy Written by Herbie Barnes Produced by Inside Out Theatre Directed by Josh Languedoc Bentboy is a TYA show To be presented at Erratics Indie Arts Club and to surrounding schools Beyond the treeline and deep in the bush, before settlers have arrived. Our story takes place at a time of uncertainty, and it is up to two young boys to save their people: Bentboy is a disabled boy who is misunderstood by those around him. Hummingbird is physically fit and well liked by everyone. These mismatched heroes must go on an adventure where they will be tested by all the elements, their wits and each other. Contract Details: Open to Non-Union Performers and CAEA Members. Equity members will be contracted under the D.O.T. Policy. Schedule: 5 weeks total, 25 hours/week Rehearsals: March 22- April 2, 2027 Run Dates April 4-April 18, 2027 School dates April 19-April 23, 2027 Rate: $900/week
Ethnocultural Mandate
Inside Out is a non-profit arts organization committed to cultural accessibility and the creative flourishing of our disability, elderly, Mad, and Deaf communities. We aim to nurture social connection, cultural vibrancy, and collective agency by facilitating community programs, producing socially engaged art, and embedding inclusive and accessible practices throughout our arts and culture sector. For this production we are seeking young and experienced Indigenous actors
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