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Fresh from the success of its award-winning original work, Gogol
Project, Rogue Artists Ensemble announces auditions for their newest
Hyper-theatrical project, HYPERBOLE: origins. Utilizing incredible
effects and integrating sophisticated technology to explore myths of
origin and creation in a series of live music videos, this
world-premiere mask and puppet-infused play opens at Inside the Ford in
October.

When: July 11th – 10am – 3pm, by appointment only.

How: Submit a résumé and headshot with list of related experience
to audition@rogueartists.org or
visit www.rogueartists.org/audition

What: Prepare a one-minute physical character performance piece with or
without dialogue that contains a beginning, middle and end. Feel free
to use a mask, props or puppets, but the audition must incorporate your
entire body. Dress comfortably and be prepared for improv or mime
prompts for callbacks.

Callbacks: 3-5pm on July 11th. Callbacks will be as a group and will
utilize masks, music and object play to help get a sense of how you work
with others and what your creative process is.

Production Dates:

Rehearsals begin August 23rd, and will be Monday through Thursday
evenings from 7 – 11pm. There will also be Saturday or Sunday
rehearsals from 9-6pm

Not every cast member will be called to each rehearsal, but because of
the incredible ensemble nature of this project, many rehearsals will
require the entire cast and understudies to be present.

Performs at Inside the Ford beginning October 30th and closing December
13th, with preview performances the weekend of October 23rd.

Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at
2pm and 7pm.

This is an equity waiver production and all cast members will be paid
the equity waiver rate per performance of $9 - $12

Character Breakdown:

Ducis, the host:
Electronic musician or DJ experience preferred with computer experience
and good natural rhythm. This masked character is the host of the show
and will create music through technology and playing unique instruments.
Warm spirit and inclusive personality and energy. Excellent physical
performer with athletic ability and experience in clowning, mask work,
or as a mime.

The Twins, one who favors order, one who favors destruction:
Strong movement and physical performance skills, mask experience.
Excellent physical performer with athletic ability.

Ensemble, four cast members, plus understudies:
Four performers who will play varying characters and roles in addition
to manipulating puppet characters. Experience with any or all of the
following: mask performance, ensemble theatre, physical improv,
clowning, viewpoints, suzuki, commedia, puppet manipulation, mime,
acrobatics, music skill. Excellent physical performer with athletic
ability.

from LA Culture Net