Brass Musicians for "The Canadian Badlands Passion" Play

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Directors are looking for various Brass Musicians for the 2026 production of "The Canadian Badlands Passion" Play. Please, see the details below. About the play: The Canadian Badlands Passion Play tells an epic story of faith, hope & love based on the life of Christ. It is performed on Canada’s largest outdoor stage, with a company formed of professional and semi-professional actors (supplemented by volunteer actors), working with a professional crew. Rate: Compensation starts at $100.00 a service. Additional information: The Badlands Passion Play has a 6 person band that is instrumental in supporting the performance with an interactive score. Band members work with the Musical Director to rehearse and time the score with the action onstage. The music consists of: underscoring the action, fanfares, and accompanying larger choral ensemble pieces. The band joins the cast and crew a week before Dress Rehearsal. Duties: – Attend rehearsals and performances as required. – Prepare for rehearsals and performances by practicing and reviewing music. – Work with the Music Director to coordinate the music with the action onstage. – Bring instruments and any other required supplies to each service. Qualifications: – Should be comfortable playing their instrument at an intermediate level. – Able to read sheet music. – Previous experience playing in a group setting is an asset. – Able to listen and blend with other musicians in an ensemble. – Rehearsal and performance experience is an asset. Schedule: Wednesday June 24: Evening – 1 Service Thursday June 25: Afternoon – 1 Service Friday June 26: Evening – 1 Service Saturday June 27: Afternoon & Evening – 2 Services Sunday June 28: Afternoon & Evening – 2 Services Wednesday July 1: Afternoon & Evening – 2 Services Thursday July 2: Afternoon & Evening – 2 Services Friday July 3: Afternoon & Evening – 2 Services Saturday July 4: Evening – 1 Service Sunday July 5: Evening – 1 Service Friday July 10: Evening – 1 Service Saturday July 11: Evening – 1 Service Sunday July 12: Evening – 1 Service Friday July 17: Evening – 1 Service Saturday July 18: Evening – 1 Service Sunday July 19: Evening – 1 Service – Brass musicians will need to provide their own instruments. – There is a lockable storage area available for band members to use. Directors can also discuss alternative storage methods if needed. – Band members wear costumes during the final rehearsals as well as the performances. – There is a campsite available to all band, cast, and crew members. Deadline to Apply: January 15, 2026. Directors will request a short video audition to showcase your playing level. They will send you the audition instructions after receiving your resume. If interested, please apply.