Title: Firebringer
Presented By: PIP Theatre
Genre: Musical Comedy
Synopsis: Firebringer follows a prehistoric tribe as they navigate the discovery of fire, questioning tradition and leadership while dealing with modern-day humour and timeless emotions. Zazzalil, a clever and ambitious member, inadvertently disrupts the tribe's way of life with her daring ideas, ultimately sparking (literally) a new age. Through comedy, intimacy, and musical numbers, the show explores themes of progress, unity, and the power of the individual.
Music and Lyrics By: Meredith Stepien & Mark Swiderski
Book By: Nick Lang, Matt Lang, & Brian Holden
Arrangements By: Clark Baxtresser & Pierce Siebers
Audition Requirements:
Audition Dates:
24 November: Group Dance Call, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
25 November: Individual Auditions
26 November: Individual Auditions
3 December: Callbacks
Audition Location and Address: Pip Theatre, Savoir Faire, 20 Park Rd, Milton QLD 4064
Audition Self-Tape Due (if applicable): Video auditions are accepted; please email hello@firebringer.com.au
Individual Auditions: 15-minute booked session for 25 & 26 November.
Prepare two 1-minute songs, one showing your comedic side (preferably modern musical theatre style).
Be prepared for cold reads and improv exercises.
Bring a CV and headshot.
No piano accompaniment; bring a backing track with Bluetooth or AUX cord device. If needed, bring an adapter.
Group Dance Call: Compulsory on 24 November from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
A short dance routine will be taught on the day, with auditions in groups.
Wear dance-appropriate footwear and clothing.
Audition Registration: Register for both individual and group sessions here.
Audition Pack: Access the full audition pack here.
Performance Dates:
3 - 12 April 2024
Thursdays & Fridays: 7:30 pm
Saturdays: 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Performance Location: Pip Theatre, Savoir Faire, 20 Park Rd, Milton QLD 4064
Rehearsal Dates:
Rehearsals begin on 18 January. Mondays & Wednesdays: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Sundays: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Key dates: Costume fitting (14 January), photoshoot/table read (18 January), group vocals (21 & 28 January).
Creative Team:
Director: Louella Baldwin
Assistant Director/Choreographer: Isabelle Quayle
Musical Director: Benjamin Richards
Other information:
Firebringer offers remuneration starting at a base $500 per performer, with additional payment based on ticket sales and potential additional shows. Details are outlined in the audition pack.
Rehearsal materials will be provided by mid-December, with an expectation that cast members be nearly off-book by February.
This is an 18+ production with some intimacy scenes involving both queer and heterosexual relationships. Physical intimacy includes brief kisses in certain roles, managed with the guidance of an intimacy coordinator.
For further questions about the production, rehearsal details, or remuneration, contact us at hello@firebringer.com.au
Available Roles:
Zazzalil
Vocal Range: E3 - E5 (mix)
Stage Age: 18-25
Presenting Gender: Female
Character: Ambitious, clever, a resourceful freethinker. Physical intimacy required with Jemilla.
Jemilla
Vocal Range: E3 - C#5 (strong mix)
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Female
Character: Kind and diplomatic leader. Physical intimacy required with Zazzalil.
Molag
Vocal Range: Ensemble singing only
Stage Age: Open
Presenting Gender: Any
Character: Eccentric narrator, retired chief, comic timing essential.
Emberly
Vocal Range: G3 - Bb4 (strong mix) Bb4 - D5 (head voice)
Stage Age: 18-30
Presenting Gender: Female
Character: Empathetic, quirky, falls for Grunt. Physical intimacy required with Grunt.
Grunt
Vocal Range: D3 - F#4
Stage Age: 18-30
Presenting Gender: Male
Character: Artistic and sweet outsider. Physical intimacy required with Emberly.
Keeri
Vocal Range: C#4 - A4
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Female
Character: Zazzalil's friend, optimistic and agreeable.
Ducker
Vocal Range: Bb2 - F#4
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Male
Character: Tribe’s shaman, self-serving and manipulative.
Schwoopsie
Vocal Range: Bb3 - G4
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Female
Character: Stand-up comic with existential crisis, corny and earnest.
Tiblyn
Vocal Range: C#4 - D5 (strong mix) B4 - D5 (head voice)
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Female
Character: Hard-working tribe member, shoulders heavy responsibilities.
Smelly-Balls
Vocal Range: A2 - E3
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Male
Character: Brave warrior with a poetic side.
Chorn
Vocal Range: G3 - D5 (strong mix) C#5 - F5 (head voice)
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Any
Character: Primitive yet intelligent being, comic and feral.
Neanderthal
Vocal Range: F#3 - C#4
Stage Age: 20-30
Presenting Gender: Male
Character: Charismatic cameo role, operates puppets throughout the show.
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