What are the responsibilities and job description for the The Arrival Christmas Tour - Circus Performers (Aerial Pole, Cyr Wheel, Aerialist and Percussionist) position at The Thorn LTD?
DESCRIPTION
Project:
THE ARRIVAL is a new nationally touring Christmas production, bringing to life the age-old story of hope, joy and redemption come to earth in the form of a baby. Told in an unexpected way, this innovative arena show blends biblical storytelling with high flying cirque action, stunts, dance and big concert visuals.
Producers: John Bolin, Sarah Bolin
Director: Andrew Harmon
Circus Choreographer: Emme Martini
All Transportation and Shared Housing provided.
Per diems provided for all non-catered meals
See below for descriptions of each specialty act needed:
CYR WHEEL PERFORMER (male) for solo and ensemble role in THE ARRIVAL National Tour. Open to all ethnicities. This role requires a high level expertise and dynamic performer with captivating presence. Additionally, the ideal performer will be proficient in at least two of the following skill sets:
Stage Combat (weapons), Acting (physical theater, no lines), Tricking, Tumbling/Gymnastic
MALE AERIAL POLE PERFORMER (male) for duo and ensemble role in The Arrival National Tour. Must have strong stage presence and proficiency in aerial pole. Ideal performer will have partnering/duo and dance experience.
All performers will be required to act as characters in scenes outside of their aerial skillsets. Expressive, engaging performance energy is a must. Please send full act video, skill reel and any secondary acts.
AERIALISTs (GENERALIST) for aerial and ensemble roles in The Arrival National Tour. Open to all ethnicities. This role requires a high skill level in
Lyra, Silks, Aerial Harness
Additionally, the ideal performer will also have experience in dance and physical theater/ storytelling. Duo/ aerial ensemble experience is a plus.
All performers will be required to act as characters in scenes outside of their aerial skillsets. Expressive, engaging performance energy is a must.Please send full act video, skill reel and any secondary acts.
PERCUSSIONISTS 20s-40s. Male & Female. All ethnicities.
In the tradition of shows like STOMP and Blue Man Group, these roles are seeking charismatic and showy percussionists. While playing various ensemble characters in the show, the ideal candidate must be a proficient drummer and bring engaging, dynamic showmanship to their performance. Previous acting experience is preferred.
Please provide a 30-second percussion demonstration of your choosing, along with any recent performance reels that demonstrates theatricality.
Rehearsals Begin Nov 1, 2026
Shows Begin Dec 3, 2026
Show Ends Dec 19, 2026
DURATION
Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026
SALARY
$700.00 – $850.00 per week
- NON-UNION