Specially created for the opening of Factory International, this eye-opening mass performance combines dance, music and visual effects, taking audiences on a journey through The Matrix.
Free Your Mind brings together the visceral movement of choreographer Kenrick ‘H2O’ Sandy with a powerful score from renowned composer Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante, world leading designer Es Devlin’s immense stage sculptures and the work of the acclaimed writer Sabrina Mahfouz – all directed by Danny Boyle.
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for strong, physical professional disabled and non-disabled dancers with a versatile street dance background, strong choreographic execution, and great stage presence and storytelling.
Sound like you? We’d love for you to come and audition at one of our Manchester or London sessions.
Essential criteria:
– Advanced level dancers in street dance style
– High-level skills in floor work
– Excellent pick-up rate with choreography
– An understanding of movement with intention
– Highly skilled physical dance ability
– Comfortable and confident with storytelling through choreography.
Applicants must be aged 18+ at the time of the audition.
This is a paid opportunity.
This full-time engagement will start with rehearsals in August 2023 and end at the beginning of November 2023. Rehearsals and performances will take place in Manchester.
The auditions will take place in both Manchester and London
Central Manchester:
Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 January 2023 with recalls on Friday 20 January 2023.
London:
Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 January 2023 with recalls on 26 January 2023.
Book your audition place by:
Wednesday 11 January 2023
Find out more information and book your spot here: