Australia Now Casting: Dance in the 10th Anniversary Tour of ‘Billy Elliot the Musical’ + More Gigs

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Turn on the old pizzazz and show ’em what life is all about! The 10th anniversary tour of the award-winning “Billy Elliot the Musical” is seeking ballet dancers around Australia. Plus, a children’s entertainment company is seeking performers, students are wanted for an immersive theater show, and actors are wanted for a variety of short comedy skits.

“BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL”
Universal Theatrical Group and Working Title Films are casting the 10th anniversary tour of “Billy Elliot the Musical.” Female ballet dancers, aged 18 and older, are wanted for the ensemble. There will be auditions by appointment in Sydney on Feb. 26 and 27. Rehearsals will begin on June 29 and performances will begin in October at the Lyric Theatre in Sydney. The tour continues on to Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. Professional pay will be provided. Apply here!

“STARDUST KIDS”
StarDust Kids, a fun, character-driven, and interactive party and event company is casting entertainers. Fun and energetic performers, aged 18–30, are wanted to join the team. All applicants must have their own cars and be available on weekends. There will be an audition in Erskineville, New South Wales, on Feb. 19. Performances will take place throughout Sydney. Pay is $75–$100 per hour. Apply here!

“THE SMUGGLER SHIP”
Viral Ventures is casting students for background roles in “The Smuggler Ship,” a fun, immersive theatrical experience on the James Craig Charter Ship on Sydney Harbour. Talent, aged 16 and older, is wanted to play pirates, to be part of scenes, and to usher audiences through the boat. The performance will take place on March 2 in Sydney. Pay is $100. Apply here!

LAUGHTERBOX - A VARIETY OF SHORT SKITS
LaughterBox is casting a series of four short skits, including “Tinderella” and “Lara Croft Down Under.” Talent, aged 18–40, is wanted for multiple lead and supporting roles in all four skits, which will be filmed in and around Sydney in February and early March. Pay plus meals and transportation will be provided. Apply here!