Led by renowned dancer and choreographer Gabriel Chajnik, the Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater is looking to hire dancers living in New Jersey or able to commute for paid contracts. As the professional company of Monmouth County, we are hiring for a performance of The Nutcracker ROCKS, as well as future projects through 2020 all performed on the Axelrod’s beautiful professional stage.

Rehearsals will be held in NJ near Asbury Park in October, November, and December. Performances will be on December 20, 21, and 22.

Rehearsals are schedule based on casting but will be held Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays October 6 through December 8.

Sundays will be with the students, and it is very important to have these days available from 1pm-6pm.
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17, 24
December 1, 8

Mondays and Fridays will be rehearsals for AXCBT professionals only, scheduled according to scene and availability.

The below dates are mandatory:
**Tech Rehearsals: December 14 & 15 (December 12 & 13 as needed)
**Orchestra and Dress Rehearsals: December 16, 17, 18, 19
**Performances: December 20, 21, 22

Professional-level dancers must have both ballet and contemporary partnering experience. Pointe work is required, but not exclusive. Ages 18+

Email a headshot, resume, and a reel/footage of your dancing to rehearsal director Jen Roit with Subject Line: "Nutcracker Rocks Audition YOUR NAME" to apply.

Email: jroit@axelrodartscenter.org

About the Nutcracker ROCKS: A holiday event for the whole family, The Nutcracker ROCKS is a mixture of high-power music and dance that will transport you to a land of brave toy soldiers and sweet sugar plums fairies. Based on Hoffman’s original story, director Gabriel Chajnik translates the Victorian-era Nutcracker from the bustles and ruffles of the 1890s to contemporary times. Clara’s rocker Uncle Drosselmeyer shakes things up when he shows up to a distinguished Manhattan holiday party with his electric guitar and amazing toys!

Directed by Gabriel Chajnik
Musical Director Jason Tramm
Associate choreographer Dylan Pierce (Radio City)
Jolene Baldini (Cedar Lake Ballet)
Rock arrangement Tchaikovsky  by Alex Levine (Gas light Anthem)