Creative Team – Expressions of Interest
Mamma Mia! Sept 2024 Season
Showbiz Christchurch is one of New Zealand’s foremost producers of quality musical theatre. A not- for-profit membership based organisation and registered charity, Showbiz Christchurch operates on a ‘pro-am’ model and often works with other community theatre organisations throughout New Zealand to stage high quality musical theatre shows in Christchurch. Productions comprise a professional creative and production team whilst volunteer cast and backstage crew are drawn from the local community, offering ordinary people an extraordinary opportunity to perform or support behind the scenes. Our larger scale shows can comprise up to 150 volunteers.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking to expand the pool of creatives we draw from to produce our shows. Whilst previously we have made direct approaches to form our creative teams, we are interested to hear from individuals that are interested in working with us in the future.
Our forthcoming production of Mamma Mia opens up the doors to a new generation of creatives whom we hope will stay with us for future larger productions at the Isaac Theatre Royal or other venues.
We are seeking the following creatives for the forthcoming season of Mamma Mia!
- Director (Note: we are open to those who wish to Direct/Choreograph)
- Choreographer
- Musical Director
All these positions are paid roles. Whilst we are particularly interested in developing locally based talent, we are open to receiving EOIs from creatives from outside Canterbury.
Mentoring support from professionals in the same field may be available.
THE SHOW
ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit for any theatre. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!
Mamma Mia was last staged in Christchurch at the Isaac Theatre Royal by Showbiz Christchurch in 2016 for a limited and extremely successful season.
(source : mtishows.com.au)
THE CASTING
As always, we intend to hold open public auditions for a volunteer cast.
Cast size has some flexibility. Our 2016 production had a cast of 32 (INC 13 roles)
THE 2024 SEASON DATES
Auditions: June 2024 TBC
Rehearsals Begin: Mid July 2024 TBC
Pack In: Sunday Sept 15 2024
Opening Performance: Friday, Sept 27, 2024
Closing Performance: Saturday, Oct 12, 2024
Pack Out: Sunday, Oct 13, 2024
No of performances 16
THE PROCESS
Fill in the expressions of interest online form and attach your CV any other relevant documentation.
Deadline: 9am Monday 30th October
If you would like a perusal copy of Mamma Mia! , please email our Production Manager Mandy Perry at prodmgr@showbiz.org.nz.
Applications will be assessed and either in person or zoom based interviews set up soon after where required.
Final approval will be made by the Showbiz Christchurch’s Board of Management.
We aim to appoint our full team by mid to late November.