ADULT PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Echo Theater Company supports three adult performance companies, as well as hosting a quarterly community performance opportunity in the form of Schrödinger’s Circus.
Learn more about each opportunity:
REVERB TRAINING COMPANY
Reverb Training Company will be an opportunity for adults to pursue the wonder of circus in a flexible format that accommodates real-life schedules, financial limitations and “spoons”. Designed with college students and working adults in mind, the company is an opportunity for just about any passionate person to work with professional performers, world-class instructors and a diverse and supportive peer group. With a focus on developing professional and semi-professional circus artists, the program goal is to provide structure, encouragement and a strong “jumping off” point for adults to begin here and go anywhere. This new training company will be co-directed by Saidah Poinsette and Flo Buddenbaum.
ECHO WESTAUDITION NOTICE:
Join Echo Theater Company's Adult Training Company, Reverb! Reverb Training Company is our new program supporting adult students in building their circus, aerial, and performance skills. Students attend two series classes and one group rehearsal each week throughout the Winter and Spring terms (Jan - June). The program will culminate in a full length show in June.
Who should apply? Anyone with previous circus or aerial experience who is interested in training and performing in community with others! Please do not apply if you are brand new to this form (follow this link to info about classes!). Some members of this company have been working together since September, and we are excited to welcome new members for the Winter/Spring Term and Spring Show experience. There will be some space for ensemble creation, so interest in working with others is a plus.
This is a video audition. Please submit a 2-minute video of you performing something you are proud of. Applications are due by Dec. 30th.
Questions? Email Wendy@EchoTheaterPDX.org
Let your act out of the box! Bring your new act or a work in progress to our stage for an informal evening of fun -- Schrödinger’s Circus will give you a chance to turn performance potential into actuality as you tumble, fly, or dance in front of an audience who can give you supportive feedback on your performance.
All movement arts are welcome. Bring yourself and your props, invite some friends, and experience a night of art and community! Audience members are encouraged to participate in the artistic process by filling out feedback sheets. The act of observing may change the results!
SCHRÖDINGER’S CIRCUS
ECHO WESTPERFORMER APPLICATION:
Schrödinger’s Circus 2025
Winter: February 1st, 2025
Spring: To be announced
Summer: To be announced
Fall: To be announced
This event is open to all ages, and will accept acts that are appropriate for all ages. If you are interested in an 18+ edition that allows mature acts, please email us!
All movement arts are welcome! Dance, aerial, acrobatics, clowning, physical theater etc.
Aerial rigging and sound operation will be provided by ETC.
Acts are recommended to be 3-5 minutes long.
No fee to apply, $15 fee for performers (Need financial assistance? Ask us!).
Check the performer application for all the details!
Questions? Email hello@echotheaterpdx.org
COMMON THREAD PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE
Common Thread is an adult performance ensemble exploring the intersection of physical theater, inclusive dance, aerial and acrobatic arts and other expressive disciplines. We will spend 6 months co-creating original work to premier at Echo Theater in March 2025. Rehearsals will consist of structured improvisation, devising scores and training in movement, aerial and acrobatic arts. The ensemble will meet twice a week beginning in September 2024. Common Thread is directed by Aaron Wheeler-Kay and co-directed by Flo Buddenbaum.
ECHO THEATERAUDITIONS FOR THE ‘24-’25 SEASON ARE CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK THIS SUMMER FOR NEXT SEASON!
Sept 10, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am
Thursdays 9:30am - 12:30pm
Performances: March 29 & 30
All rehearsals and performances at Echo Theater (1515 SE 37th Ave).
Cost: $200/month.
Financial aid and work trade opportunities available. Echo Open Gyms are included.
We are seeking performers from diverse backgrounds/lived experiences who are playful, physical, curious, consider themselves life-long learners and are willing to improvise. Key skills are collaboration, creative expression, and presence. All bodies are welcome.
The audition will include a directed warm up, followed by opportunities to demonstrate theatricality, physical improvisation and group problem solving. There will be opportunities to share aerial and acrobatic skills for those who have these backgrounds. Wear clothing you can move in.
If you are interested in auditioning, please fill out the following google form:
Common Thread Audition Application
The audition will take place at Echo Theater: 1515 SE 37th Ave. 97214
Questions? Email Aaron@EchoTheaterPDX.org
PopRock is a performance ensemble centering Disabled adults (18+). PopRock meets for two hours a week to explore and play with the goal of producing an original performance. PopRock is directed by Aaron Wheeler-Kay, a certified Master Instructor in the DanceAbility Method, a modality for teaching dance to all bodies. Rehearsals are supported by assistant directors with caregiving and performance backgrounds.
PopRock shows are made by exploring the interests and skills of the ensemble using Disability inclusive practices and approaches. The most important thing PopRock members share is an interest and desire to explore performing. The audition involves an hour of group exercises followed by an opportunity for attendees to share any talent or performance skill with the group (Singing, magic, comedy, dance, lip synching, whatever you love to share with an audience.) Current members of PopRock will be participating in the audition and selection process. ALL BODIES WELCOME!
POPROCK PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE
ECHO THEATERAUDITIONS FOR THE ‘24-’25 SEASON ARE CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK THIS SUMMER FOR NEXT SEASON!
Rehearsals take place 12-2pm on Tuesdays, October - June
The performance will take place in June 2025.
Echo Theater is located at 1515 SE 37th Ave, Portland OR 97214, reachable by TriMet buses 14 and 75.
Cost: $100/month
Financial aid and work trade opportunities are available. If cost is prohibitive, please contact us.
The audition will take place at Echo Theater: 1515 SE 37th Ave, Portland OR 97214
If you are interested in auditioning or have specific access needs (e.g ASL interpreter), questions or concerns, please contact Aaron@EchoTheaterPDX.org.
