Rail Events, Inc. announces auditions for the Polar Express Train Ride at Chicago's Union Station; a live, interactive event based on the film by Warner Bros.
Seeking: Actors and Singers to portray various roles.
Character Breakdown: (improv skills for each performer a plus)
Conductor: Male, 30-50, charming, outgoing, personable,
Hero Boy: Male, age range: 9-13, sincere, ability to interact w/ others, no taller than 54"
Santa Claus: Male, 45+, warm, sincere, full of real joy - prior Santa Claus experience a plus
Ensemble:
Male/Female, 20-30, singer/actors for various roles & duties, outgoing, joy-filled
Casting Authority: Mike May, Producer and Scott Calcagno, Director
Rehearsals: 11/28/16 - 12/02/16 (day & evening possible)
Performance Dates/Times (times indicate train departures):
DEC. 3-4: 12:10, 1:45 3:20, 5:00 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 7-9: 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 10-11: 12:10, 1:45 3:20, 5:00 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 14-16: 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 17-18: 12:10, 1:45 3:20, 5:00 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 19-23: 12:10, 1:45, 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 24: 12:10, 1:45 3:20, 5:00 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 26-30: 12:10, 1:45, 7:05, 8:45
DEC. 31 & JAN. 01: 12:10, 1:45 3:20, 5:00 7:05, 8:45
Contact Info:
For an audition appointment please submit current picture and resume ASAP. Be sure resume includes: Email, contact phone, height and availability for job dates.
You will be contacted via email if we wish to see you for an audition. You will then be given an audition time/place & preparation info.
Website: www.chicagothepolarexpressride.com