The 5 & Dime announces an OPEN CASTING CALL for its upcoming production of…

 

RIDE THE CYCLONE, The Musical

Music, Book, & Lyrics by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell​

In Partnership with the UNF Swoop Troupe Theatre Company

Directed and Music Direction by Anvar Gashimov

Choreography by Terry Glover and Chailyne Perez

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A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR:

Dear Artists, I encourage you to audition for "Ride The Cyclone," a vibrant journey through life and death that showcases a diverse and captivating cast. This vocal and dance-heavy production offers an exhilarating mix of genres that will resonate with everyone. Despite its themes of mortality, the show pulses with energy and life, inviting you to delve into rich characters and unforgettable stories. Join us in creating something truly special—your ultimate opportunity awaits! We ask that you bring your full self, exemplifying bold choices and embodying the absolute strength of the characters presented in Ride The Cyclone: The Musical. Break a leg!

         -  Anvar

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CONTENT WARNING:

This production will involve sexual innuendos and sexual theatrical interactions (verbal and physical), provocative clothing, talk of death, vulgar language, mimicking a sexually-charged animal, flashing and flickering lights, loud and sudden noises, and rigorous movement.

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PRE-REGISTRATION:

Save time by pre-registering for this audition! Fill out the form ahead of the audition date to secure your place in line

• Pre-registration closes at 11:59 pm on Friday, November 8th. 

• Pre-registration is not required; it is offered as a convenience to interested performers 

 

Please note: if you have scheduling conflicts OR if you are unable to attend the auditions but would like to be considered, please contact Director Anvar Gashimov at anvargashimov.prod@gmail.com

 

IN-PERSON AUDITIONS

Saturday, November 9th 

• Registration will begin at 10:00 am and will close at 11:00 am

• Vocal audition begins promptly at 11:00 am and will end at 1:30 pm

• Dance Call begins promptly at 2:00 pm and will end at 4:30 pm

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WHERE: The Florida Ballet (10131 Atlantic Blvd., Jax, FL 32225) Get Directions

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WHAT TO PREPARE:

Bring a Headshot and Resume (Selfies are acceptable in lieu of a professional headshot)

• The audition will consist of vocal auditions, director selected cold readings, and dance call

• Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of the show. (Please do not sing from the show.) 

• Provide appropriately marked sheet music as an accompanist will be provided. Instrumental tracks will not be approved. No acapella auditions.

• Please be prepared to learn a short combination for dance call after vocal auditions have concluded. We suggest bringing a change of clothes! 

• Please bring all known conflicts from November 11th 2024- March 22nd 2025

 

INVITE-ONLY CALLBACKS

Monday, November 11th 

• Will be announced via Director email– anvargashimov.prod@gmail.com 

• Callbacks will consist of singing songs from the show with a possibility of a script cold-read

• Callback is by invite only 

• Callback begins promptly at 6:30 pm 

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PRODUCTION DATES: 

Friday, March 7 at 8:00 pm

Saturday, March 8 at 8:00 pm

Sunday, March 9 at 2:00 pm 

Thursday, March 13 at 8:00 pm (PAY WHAT YOU PLEASE Night) 

Friday, March 14 at 8:00 pm 

Saturday, March 15 at 8:00 pm 

Sunday, March 16 at 2:00 pm

Thursday, March 20 at 8:00 pm 

Friday, March 21 at 8:00 pm

Saturday, March 22 at 8:00 pm

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PRODUCTION & REHEARSAL LOCATIONS: The Florida Ballet (10131 Atlantic Blvd., Jax, FL 32225)

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ABOUT THE PLAY:

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other — the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!