Brainstorm Productions is one of the largest touring theatre companies in Australia. Brainstorm has been established for 29 years and tours in schools across Australia. We employ 15-20 actors, performing more than 2000 shows to up to 400,000 students every year. Brainstorm offers a professional, fun working environment and regular weekly wages for the duration of a 6-9 month contract including tax free travel allowance for when you are working outside your home city. Company cars, fuel and running costs provided. Rehearsals are on the beautiful Far North Coast of NSW, in a friendly, positive environment. The shows are challenging and address issues such as cyber bullying, violence, drug abuse and discrimination.
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We need responsible, energetic young actors, minimum age of 19 years, male and female (with a playing range of 16 - 25 years). Some roles require singing and physical theatre and some are straight dramatic roles. A current drivers' licence and a good driving record is essential.
Rate of Pay: Weekly wages are paid at Equity rates, plus Living Away from Home Allowance (LAHA) when tour is away from actor's base city, Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, employers contribution to Superannuation and Workers Compensation. For all rehearsals and some of the longer away from home tours (eg Adelaide tours) accommodation is provided by Brainstorm Productions and actors receive a Meals and Incidentals allowance instead of the Living Away from Home Allowance.
Please note: It is an offence under the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment) Act 2005 for a person convicted of a serious sex offence to apply for these positions.
Auditions are held in late November/early December each year in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. If you are interested in applying, please see the details below. Please note that applications are only accepted in October and November each year. Due to administrative demands, early or late applications cannot be kept on file or considered for an audition.
***To apply for an audition actors MUST HAVE a current drivers licence and good driving record and MUST BE at least 19 years old***
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Post: PO Box 804 Alstonville NSW 2477
Rocky/Charlie (Performing in Verbal Combat & Buddies2) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted 14 January to 21 June 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 4 weeks in Sydney, 2 or 3 weeks in Brisbane, 2 weeks on North Coast NSW, 10 or 11 weeks in North Queensland, and 2 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Jimmy/Archie (Performing in The Hurting Game & Saving Lil and Archie) - Ability to sing an advantage but not essential, some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• 1 Brisbane actor required – Contracted 7 January to early August 2013 with a possible extension to the end of August depending on bookings. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron bay (far North Coast of NSW), 13 weeks in Adelaide, 2 weeks in regional SA, 8 or 9 weeks in Brisbane, 1 or 2 weeks on the north Coast NSW and 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Jimmy/Fly (Performing in The Hurting Game & Being Brave) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted 14 January to Mid August 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 2 weeks in Brisbane, 6 Weeks in Melbourne, 4 weeks in Tasmania, 9-10 weeks in Sydney, 1 week in ACT, 1-2 weeks on Pacific Highway and New England Highway and 4 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Andy (Performing in Cheap Thrills) -One-man show so must be mature and independent. Able to play an adolescent male and parody a variety of female roles. No singing or dancing required. This tour will probably be split into 2 sections and played by 2 different actors depending on who is cast.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted from April to September 2013. 2 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 2 or 3 weeks in Brisbane, 1 week on North Coast NSW, 8 weeks in Sydney, 4 weeks in Adelaide, 4 weeks in Melbourne, 1 week in ACT and 2 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Rocky/Joel (Performing in Verbal Combat & Wired) -No singing required, some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted 4 February to 13 or 20 September 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 5 weeks in Brisbane, 2 weeks on Pacific Highway, 12 or 13 weeks in Sydney, 6 weeks in Melbourne, 1 week ACT and 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Tim/Charlie (Performing in Cyberia & Buddies2) -Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• Melbourne actor required – Contracted 28 January to Mid August 2013 with a possible extension into September depending on bookings. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW), 1 week on Pacific Hwy, 12 weeks in Melbourne, 9 or 10 weeks in regional Victoria and 4 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Tim/Leo (Performing in Cyberia & The Protectors) -Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• 1 Brisbane actor required- Contracted 4 February – early September 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW), 9 weeks in Brisbane, 2-3 weeks on Pacific Highway, 6 weeks in Sydney, 8 weeks in Regional NSW and 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Rocky/Charlie (Performing in Verbal Combat & Buddies2): Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/movement.
• 1 Sydney actor required - Touring 12 August to Early December 2013 and then January to March 2014 (2 contracts) MUST BE PREPARED TO DO BOTH SEASONS. Contract 1: 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW), 7 weeks in Sydney, 4 weeks Melbourne, 1 week in ACT and 1 week holiday in actors' base city. Contract 2: TBA but probably about 10 weeks in Sydney and possibly 2 weeks in Brisbane in 2014.
Emily/Lucy (Performing in Verbal Combat & Buddies2) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/dance. Ability to play Bass guitar an advantage but not essential.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted 14 January to 21 June 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 4 weeks in Sydney, 2 or 3 weeks in Brisbane, 2 weeks on North Coast NSW, 10 or 11 weeks in North Queensland, and 2 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Samantha/Lil (Performing in The Hurting Game & Saving Lil and Archie) - Some experience in Physical Theatre/dance. Ability to sing an advantage but not essential.
• 1 Brisbane actor required – Contracted 7 January to early August 2013 with a possible extension to the end of August depending on bookings. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron bay (far North Coast of NSW), 13 weeks in Adelaide, 2 weeks in regional SA, 8 or 9 weeks in Brisbane, 1 or 2 weeks on the north Coast NSW and 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Samantha/Celia (Performing in The Hurting Game & Being Brave) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/dance.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted 14 January to Mid August 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 2 weeks in Brisbane, 6 Weeks in Melbourne, 4 weeks in Tasmania, 9-10 weeks in Sydney, 1 week in ACT, 1-2 weeks on Pacific Highway and New England Highway and 4 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Emily/Lexi (Performing in Verbal Combat & Wired) -No singing required, some experience in Physical Theatre/dance. Ability to play Bass guitar an advantage but not essential.
• 1 Sydney actor required – Contracted 4 February to 13 or 20 September 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast of NSW), 5 weeks in Brisbane, 2 weeks on Pacific Highway, 12 or 13 weeks in Sydney, 6 weeks in Melbourne, 1 week ACT and 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Ruby/Lucy (Performing in Cyberia & Buddies2) -Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/dance.
• 1 Melbourne actor required – Contracted 28 January to Mid August 2013 with a possible extension into September depending on bookings. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW), 1 week on Pacific Hwy, 12 weeks in Melbourne, 9 or 10 weeks in regional Victoria and 4 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Ruby/ Serena (Performing in Cyberia & The Protectors) -Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/dance.
• 1 Brisbane actor required- Contracted 4 February – early September 2013. 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW), 9 weeks in Brisbane, 2-3 weeks on Pacific Highway, 6 weeks in Sydney, 8 weeks in Regional NSW and 3 weeks holiday in actors' base city.
Emily/Lucy (Performing in Verbal Combat & Buddies2) - Must be able to sing and have some experience in Physical Theatre/dance. Ability to play Bass guitar an advantage but not essential.
• 1 Sydney actor required - Touring 12 August to Early December 2013 and then January to March 2014 (2 contracts) MUST BE PREPARED TO DO BOTH SEASONS. Contract 1: 3 weeks rehearsal near Byron Bay (Far North Coast NSW), 7 weeks in Sydney, 4 weeks Melbourne, 1 week in ACT and 1 week holiday in actors' base city. Contract 2: TBA but probably about 10 weeks in Sydney and possibly 2 weeks in Brisbane in 2014.
1. Is working with Brainstorm Productions a full-time position?
- Yes, it is a full time job, Monday to Friday, for the length of your contract.
2. What is the length of the Contract?
- Contracts vary from 1, 2 or 3 school terms i.e. 10, 20 or 30 weeks (approx).
3. When would I expect to start?
- Most contracts start at the beginning or middle of January but some do start later in the year (see list of roles for more specific dates)
4. What is the rehearsal schedule if I gain employment?
- Rehearsals are 2-3 weeks at the beginning of your contract, full time on the Far North Coast of NSW (Near Byron Bay) - yes, they are paid at Equity rates and accommodation is provided.
5. How many performers in each team?
- All shows are 2 handers except for Cheap Thrills, which is a one-man show.
6. How big is the set?
- The sets are very minimal and fit in the back of a commodore wagon or Rav 4. There are no "tour managers", actors are required to set up themselves at each school.
7. How many performances would I expect to do?
- You do 1, 2 or 3 shows per day Monday to Friday in schools (maximum 15 shows per week but average about 10).
8. How much do I get paid?
- Current MEAA rate for 2013 per week plus tax free Living away from home allowance (LAHA) when away from home. If accommodation is provided by Brainstorm Productions (e.g. rehearsals or Adelaide Tours) a tax free meals and incidentals allowance is paid instead of (LAHA). The standard MEAA rate of holiday pay including leave loading and employer superannuation contributions are also paid.
9. Which roles will I be considered for?
- We will consider you for all roles (unless you specifically ask us not to) based in the City you reside in. i.e. All male roles based in Melbourne for Melbourne based actors.
10. Do I need to provide my own car?
- No, a modern, air-conditioned company vehicle (automatic) is provided for each team including fuel and running costs.
11. What if I do not have a current drivers licence?
- You MUST have a current drivers licence and a GOOD driving record (L-Plates are not acceptable). You will be asked to provide an RTA, VIC Roads or QLD Roads print-out of your driving record if you gain employment.
12. Are there any additional requirements to consider?
- You must be physically fit and prepared to be away from home for at least part of the tour (eg 4-6 weeks at a time - sometimes longer depending on the tour).
13. Will I be touring all over Australia?
- Brainstorm Productions tours across most states in Australia. However, the coverage is divided up so 1 team is not expected to cover all states - usually 2-3 states per team.
14. When will I find out if I got the job?
- You will be notified by phone by the 17th December if you got the job and by mail before Christmas if you are unsuccessful. If you are represented by an agent, we will notify you through them.