Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Tug of War- Musician

Pay: Stipend

Description:

Civil Strife is the stunning conclusion of the ultimate game of thrones, Tug of War-Artistic Director Barbara Gaines' singular distillation of six Shakespeare masterworks into two action-packed dramas. Picking up where Tug of War: Foreign Fire left off, focus shifts to the home front in Civil Strife, as family divisions launch a country at war with itself in Henry VI, Parts 2 and 3 and Richard III-and nobility and commoners alike pay the price. Director: Barbara Gaines Music Director: Matt Deitchman Musical Arrangements by: Lindsay Jones

Seeking non union musicians to understudy TUG OF WAR's band. Any age and ethnicity welcome to submit. Musicians need a versatile, powerful sensibility, ranging from rock-and-roll to folk.
Track 1: Female singer and guitarist

Track 2: (male or female) Guitarist/singer/keyboardist

Track 3: (male or female) Cellist/Bassist (Welcome to submit for this track even if you are only proficient in cello)

Time Commitment:

Contract Begins: August 9, 2016
First Performance: September 15, 2016
Final Performance: October 9, 2016
Possible Extension: October 16, 2016

Contact Info:

To be considered for an audition, please submit your headshot and resume with the subject line.

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