Curtain Call Carnage | Alliance for the Arts seeking haunters, actors, dancers for first ‘13 Nights of Stage Fright’ haunted attraction
The Alliance for the Arts is calling all scare actors, victims and villains to unleash their inner ghouls for “Curtain Call Carnage,” its first-ever haunted attraction. This October, the Alliance will transform its stage and theatre into a terrifying walk-through maze, promising a full-blown theatrical nightmare unlike any other.
“13 Nights of Stage Fright” will run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 1, at the Alliance for the Arts, at 10091 McGregor Blvd., just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.
“Curtain Call Carnage” will immerse guests in a world of twisted clowns, disorienting corridors and theatrical carnage. To bring this terrifying vision to life, the Alliance is holding open auditions for a variety of roles, including performers for a horror-filled one-act play, iconic villain cosplay appearances and a charismatic emcee to guide guests through nightly “frightivities.” The Alliance is also assembling a flash mob performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and seeking “Time Warp” dancers. Whether you love to terrify, entertain or raise the dead with your dance moves, there’s a role for everyone.
Most roles are volunteer-based, with tiered perks based on hours of participation. A per diem may also be available for some positions.
Open auditions:
• Friday, Aug. 15, 6-9 p.m.
• Saturday, Aug. 16, 2-6 p.m.
Callbacks (by invitation only):
• Sunday, Aug. 17, 2-5 p.m.
What to bring:
Participants should come prepared for improvisation, physical movement and cold readings. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement. While not mandatory, a headshot or recent photo and a performance résumé are helpful for the audition process. Please do not email, mail, or drop off these items in advance.
For performers in the Scare Maze, please note: Clowns must bring their own makeup, and costume pieces are a plus (some will be provided). Victims should also bring their own makeup, and 70s period costumes are a plus (some will be provided).
Roles available:
Scare Maze Performers (age 16+)
• 15 Clowns (male & female)
• 10 Victims (male & female)
One-Act Play:
“The Little Boy” (three 20-minute performances on Oct. 30)
• Anna (female, 25-35)
• Man (male, 30s)
• Boy (male, 8-12): A guardian must be present at all rehearsals and performances.
Specialty roles:
• Emcee: Oct. 18, Oct. 24, Oct. 31 (additional dates may be included).
• Fortune Tellers: Oct. 19 & Oct. 26.
• Iconic Horror Villains: Oct. 24 (Your own costume is preferred but not mandatory.) Seeking most iconic villains, with particular need for: Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees, The Nun, Dracula and Ghostface.
Dancers
(Not holding auditions during open auditions)
• Time Warp Dancers (4-8; male & female; any age): Performance on Oct. 18.
• Thriller Flash Mob Dancers (20-30 zombies; male & female; any age): Performance on Oct. 25.
• Interested in dancing? Please email michael@artinlee.org.
For those interested in being one of the dancers or only in “The Little Boy” one-act play: email michael@artinlee.org to schedule a specific audition time. You must be available for callbacks on Sunday, Aug. 17.
Whether you’re creepy, kooky, spooky, or mysterious, the Alliance for the Arts wants to see what you’ve got.
For more information, please call the Alliance at 239-939-2787, visit ArtInLee.org, find them on MeetUp, Facebook and Instagram.