Frequently asked Questions:
Q) What's a shadow cast?
A) As with "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" (1975), groups of performers will act out scene from the movie live on in a theatre with the movie running behind them providing the sound. These groups are called shadow casts. This Repo! The Genetic Opera Shadow Cast performance will perform in the same fashion. The movie will play on screen while the performers act out the movements on stage.
Q) Do I have to be able to sing?
A) Repo! is a musical, but since this is a shadow cast and not a play, you need only to mimic your chosen character's movements and lip sync the words.
Q) What are you looking for in the audition? Do I mimic or "act?"
A) Both, in a way. We need you to mimic what is on the screen, but not look like a robot. The acting part comes in here. We need to believe that you believe what is being sung and you have to have facial expressions and movements as big as in the movie. The more energetic and accurate you are, the better.
Q) Can I audition for more than one character?
A) Yes.
Q) Do I have to have a costume ready for the audition?
A) No. We don't want anyone to spend money on a costume before they know if they have the part or not. After you've been cast, then you can start getting your costume together.
Q) What if I don't get my part? Are there understudies?
A) Each role will have at least one understudy, so you still have a chance of getting the understudy position. Also, some parts might need more than one "lead" performer, such as Shilo.
Q) Are there any crew positions available?
A) Absolutely! We are always looking for experienced techs and those willing and able to learn. Please contact the director if interested via e-mail, or stop by an audition.
Q) When/where will rehearsals be?
A) You're expected to rehearse your role on your own time, using care not to "mirror" your character (i.e. when the character uses their right arm, you must use your right arm rather than the left). Full Cast Rehearsals are currently being held on Friday nights and will be held within Pinellas County. Locations will be disseminated to the cast.
We are the "Degenerates", a "Repo! The Genetic Opera!" shadow-cast. We started building our family July 19th, 2009. We are currently performing in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater, Florida area. We continue to add to our family and perfect our craft with every show.
REPO! The Genetic Opera: Synopsis
In the year 2056 - the not so distant future - an epidemic of organ failures devastates the planet. Out of the tragedy, a savior emerges: GeneCo, a biotech company that offers organ transplants, for a price. Those who miss their payments are scheduled for repossession and hunted by villainous Repo Men. In a world where surgery addicts are hooked on painkilling drugs and murder is sanctioned by law, a sheltered young girl searches for the cure to her own rare disease as well as information about her family's mysterious history. After being sucked into the haunting world of GeneCo, she is unable to turn back, as all of her questions will be answered at the wildly anticipated spectacular event: The Genetic Opera.
In the year 2056 - the not so distant future - an epidemic of organ failures devastates the planet. Out of the tragedy, a savior emerges: GeneCo, a biotech company that offers organ transplants, for a price. Those who miss their payments are scheduled for repossession and hunted by villainous Repo Men. In a world where surgery addicts are hooked on painkilling drugs and murder is sanctioned by law, a sheltered young girl searches for the cure to her own rare disease as well as information about her family's mysterious history. After being sucked into the haunting world of GeneCo, she is unable to turn back, as all of her questions will be answered at the wildly anticipated spectacular event: The Genetic Opera.
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Repo! Official Website
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Repo! Official Website
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