The Everyman Theatre’s rock ‘n’ roll panto has been a huge part of the Liverpool Christmas calendar since the 1980s and this year talented unsigned performers are being called to try out for the show.
Panto bosses are on the lookout for fresh new talent including actors, vocalists and musicians from or working in the Liverpool City Region. The rock ‘n’ roll panto has been enjoyed by generations of families over the last 30 years and each show has been packed with musical hits.
This year, Suba Das, the theatre’s new Creative Director, will be directing a new version of Red Riding Hood written by Peter Rowe. Together with Musical Director Rob Green they’re looking for vocalists and musicians to bring their musical skills to this year’s show.
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Suba said: “It’s important to me that people of all backgrounds and lived experiences in Liverpool see themselves represented on our stages; and that's especially important at Christmas time. We're very aware at the Everyman of the elitism that still exists in traditional theatre training routes and so this year and going forwards we want to find new ways to reach out to talented people in Liverpool who may not realise they absolutely have what it takes to be part of our rock'n'roll panto company.
“I'm really proud to have assembled a truly world-class creative team - many of whom have trained and made work in Liverpool over the past 20 years before careers in the West End and beyond. Our team love this city, and we're all up for working closely and collaboratively with any incredible music-makers we find through our open call who have the stage presence and silliness to help us create a magical Christmas.”
Rob Green added: “We’re looking for the usual core ensemble of keys, drums, guitar, bass guitar, but keen to meet performers who play a range of alternative instruments too; including Cajon and Djembe drums, clarinet and sax, plus beat boxers, loopers and violin. You would ideally have live gigging experience and/or be comfortable learning parts through lead sheets/chord charts and listening to guides and recordings.”
If you don’t have an agent and think you’ve got what it takes musically, you can register your interest and send a self-tape via the theatre’s website here. Closing date is Wednesday, June 22 at 6pm.
If you have an agent, the Everyman is working with the Casting Directors Jenkins McShane CDG so email sooki@jmcasting.net
Red Riding Hood opens at the Everyman on November 25 until January 14 bringing a mix of anarchic adventures, pop classics, a little bit of naughtiness and lots of glitter. Tickets priced from £15 to £40 with discounts (subject to availability) are now on sale here. Book early to avoid disappointment.
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