We are looking for an aerialist!
We are looking for an aerialist to join us for our outdoor summer 2025 production of 'The Life Cycle of the Devon Red Legged Robber Fly'!
The production will take place at multiple outdoor sites in Devon (Torbay, South Hams & Plymouth) across June and July.
You will be joining a cast of 3 + sound engineer/DJ. The production will work with theatre, circus and dance.
We are looking for:
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Aerialists working with any or 1 or more of the following: pole, chinese pole, rope, corde de lis, parallel bars, trapeze.
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Artists with some professional performance experience.
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A willingness and eagerness to engage with physical theatre and dance.
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Experience working on outdoor productions OR a willingness to gain experience working outdoors.
REQUIRED:
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You MUST be available on all of the below dates.
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You must be within commutable distance of South Devon (Torbay, South Hams & Plymouth) as there is no accommodation provided.
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You will be expected to assist with get in and get out for performance days.
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You need to provide your own aerial equipment e.g. rope or trapeze - we will assist you with rigging this.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete the application form via the link below. This is a short form asking about your practice & to upload your CV and photos. There is an option to submit this via voice or video, please check the form for details. If you have any questions please contact us at info@ndpcircus.com
We strongly encourage performers from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those historically excluded from the arts including, but not limited to, global majority artists, disabled artists, neurodivergent artists, LGBTQi+ artists and artists from lower socio economic backgrounds. We understand that everyone has different pathways into the arts (ourselves included!) and therefore do not expect you to have undertaken formal training or attended a university.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: 12PM THURSDAY 10TH APRIL
DATES:
AUDITION: FRIDAY 2ND MAY (LOCATION TBC - SOUTH DEVON)
REHEARSALS:
13th - 17th JUNE (5 full days) (LOCATION TBC - SOUTH DEVON)
3rd & 4th JUNE (2 full days - later start w/ evening work)
PERFORMANCES:
5th July - Paignton (full day)
8th, 9th or 10th July - East Prawle (full day)
29th or 31st July - Location TBC (full day)
Fee:
£575 for rehearsal week (5 days)
£180 for x2 dress/tech rehearsals (TIMES TBC but will incl. evening)
£180 per performance x3 & £20 per diem x3.
Total: £1475
Travel: If you do not have your own vehicle for rehearsals and performances, we can provide transport from Totnes for rehearsals and performances. We do not have budget for train fares so we recommend artists within community distance of South Devon apply.
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
The Life Cycle of the Devon Red Legged Robber Fly
Featuring a stunning and visually striking 6m biomechanical sculpture and set, created from a salvaged Apache Piper aircraft fuselage and mutated into an aerial rig and DJ booth in the form of an insect, the story is a representation of the transformation cycle of the Robber Fly. The fly struggles as it fights to emerge from its cocoon and escape its earthly bounds, transforming itself into a winged creature. The life cycle show is a celebration of insects and their metamorphoses. It’s time to fly!
The transformation from pupae to winged creature is one of the greatest magical and untold stories in the world of insects.The Devon red legged Robber Fly is capable of flying at speeds of up to 40 miles an hour and is found on the South Devon coastline at Prawle and surrounding areas. The Robber Fly is part of the delicate ecobalance that is being threatened by the climate crisis and is one of the insects that Life On The Edge is focused on.
With costumes highlighting the unseen beauty and complexity of our natural world, the 3 cast members use theatre, dance and aerial circus to tell a fascinating story of the Robber Fly's metamorphosis. ‘The Life Cycle of the Devon Redlegged Robber Fly’ features a live DJ and a cutting edge soundtrack combining found sound and soundscape sourced from and inspired by the insects and environment of the South Devon landscape.
The use of a salvaged fuselage for the performance platform and as a base for the sound equipment and aerial acrobatics is a deliberate choice celebrating flight and emphasising recycling and reusing resources.
The Robber Fly can be performed to any size audience provided sightlines are clear (there will be some floor work). Length of performance 45 minutes. No interval.
This is a commission from NDP partners Doorstep Arts, South Devon National Landscapes and the Life on the Edge project.
