Current Productions
Diamond Tooth Gerties — Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
We are currently developing the entertainment for Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall, a world class attraction in Dawson City, Yukon. Click on the links below to learn more about the production, location and employment opportunities.
Auditions/Jobs
Diamond Tooth Gerties 2025 Auditions
Show Title: Diamond Tooth Gerties Show
Union: Non Union (Exceptions under DOT Agreement for Lead Roles)
Production Company: KarevVan Productions Inc.
Theatre: Song and Dance Production
Venue or Cities: Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall, Dawson City, Yukon
Choreographers: Karen Murray/ George Absi
Musical Director: Paul Moody
Casting Contact: Vanessa Engel/Karen Murray – info@karevan.ca
Cities for Response: Across Canada – must be in Toronto for rehearsals
Toronto Audition Dates: Vocalists- October 23rd/ Dancers- October 24th, 2024
Deadline for Online Submissions: November 1st, 2024
Rehearsals Start: Earliest- April 6th, 2025 in Toronto. Dawson- earliest April 20th, 2025
Opening/Previews: May 9th- May 30th 2025
Closing: September 20th, 2025
KareVan Productions is seeking male and female identifying vocalists and female identifying dancers for the 2025 season of shows at Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall in Dawson City, Yukon.
We are also accepting submissions from pianists and drummers on an ongoing basis, please email info@karevan.ca for more information.
STORYLINE :
This production consists of three 30-45 min cabarets and runs every night from May- September. Each night the cast features 2 singers, 2 musicians and 3-4 dancers. There are 3 different shows each night:
• a gold rush themed show set in 1898 featuring can-can dancing and ragtime music
• a classy cabaret, featuring notable jazz/modern hits with a vintage feel
• a through the decades show, featuring the biggest hits of the past 70 years.
The singers will be responsible for MCing and singing the three shows. Singers are required to interact with the audience by following a script, but must also be able to improvise appropriately when necessary.
COMMENTS:
This is a non equity production. All performers are paid, and shared accommodations and travel to and from Dawson City are paid for.
We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting without regard to disability, race, age, colour, national origin, ethnic origin, or any other basis prohibited by law unless otherwise specifically indicated.
*All performers must be 19 years of age by May 9th, 2025.
AUDITION INFORMATION – SINGERS
Audition Date: October 23rd, 2024
Time: 11:00am to 2:00pm (by appointment, singers will be given specific audition times)
Location: Pia Bauman School for Ballet and Creative Movement; 225 Sterling Rd, Unit 103, Toronto
Callback Interviews: TBD (via Zoom)
To audition, please prepare two of the four musical cuts that have been provided. Those auditioning for the role of Diamond Tooth Gertie must select two of the four cuts from the female presenting voice folder. Those auditioning for the male presenting role must choose two of the four cuts in the male presenting voice folder. We may ask to hear more music from your book and please let us know if you play any instruments or have special skills that may be useful to the role.
An accompanist will be provided for the audition.
Female identifying vocalists for the lead role of Diamond Tooth Gertie should be a mature and seasoned performer with the ability to command a room, make people laugh and respond on the spot to audience interaction. Improv skills an asset.
Female identifying vocalists who are also strong dancers will be considered as a swing for the lead role of Diamond Tooth Gertie, and swing ensemble can can dancer. Those interested in this role must also attend the in person dance call.
Please also prepare the pertinent sides for your audition.
Diamond Tooth Gertie sides
Male presenting sides
Contract Dates: Rehearsals will start in Toronto the week of April 16th, 2025. Rehearsals will be held in Toronto and Dawson City. Those selected will be required to be in Toronto for the rehearsal period.
• Performers will arrive in Dawson City the week of April 20th, 2025
• Performance period is May 9th- September 20th 2025
Rates: Starting at $1000/week, (performance week is 5 days/week) plus shared accommodation and travel to and from Dawson City. This is a non union production, however we will consider making an exception for performers under the D.O.T contract.
To submit please send a resume, headshot and demo reel to info@karevan.ca by October 22nd, 2024.
Due to the high number of submissions, only those selected to audition will be contacted with an audition time.
Self Tape Submissions – SINGERS
We will accept self tapes for those performers outside of the Toronto area.
Submission Date: Self Tapes will be accepted until November 1st, 2024
Video Submission Criteria:
• Please upload your audition tape to Youtube or Vimeo – Unlisted.
• Do not send files.
In addition to your resume, headshot and demo reel, please submit two contrasting musical cuts from the appropriate folder, as well as sides, as explained above. Those selected to move forward may be asked to do an interview.
Slate: Please slate your name, height, and location. Tell us why you would like to work in Dawson City, and something fun about yourself! Also let us know if you play any instruments or have special skills that may be useful to the role.
Please send your audition material to info@karevan.ca
AUDITION INFORMATION – DANCERS
Audition Date: October 24th, 2024
Time: Sign in at 10:45am, Dance at 11:00am
Location: Gotta Dance- 3581 Dundas St. W, Toronto
Callback Interviews: TBD (via Zoom)
KareVan Productions is seeking mature, strong, technically trained female identifying dancers for the 2025 season of shows at Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall in Dawson City, Yukon.
Dancers should have:
• Experience learning choreography quickly
• Training in ballet/jazz/contemporary
• Ability to kick to eye height, cartwheel (right and left) and jump split
• Aerial Arts/Acrobatic Skills and asset
• Ensemble singing ability an asset
Dancers who are strong singers are encouraged to also register for the singer call on October 23rd, 2024 and will be considered as a swing for the lead role of Diamond Tooth Gertie, and swing ensemble can can dancer.
Contract Dates: Rehearsals will start in Toronto the week of April 6th, 2025. Rehearsals will be held in Toronto and Dawson City. Those selected will be required to be in Toronto for the rehearsal period.
• Performers will arrive in Dawson City the week of April 20th, 2025
• Performance Period: May 9th- September 20th 2025
Rates: Starting at $825/week, (performance week is 5 days) plus shared accommodation and travel to and from Dawson City. This is a non union production.
To submit , please send a resume and headshot to info@karevan.ca by October 22nd, 2024. Due to the high number of submissions, only those selected to audition will be contacted.
Self Tape Submissions – DANCERS
We will accept self tapes for those performers outside of the Toronto area.
Submission Date: Self Tapes will be accepted until November 1st, 2024
Video Submission Criteria:
• Please upload your audition tape to Youtube or Vimeo – Unlisted.
• Do not send files.
In addition to your resume, headshot and demo reel, please also include the following:
(Please wear all black form fitting dance attire and dance boot or character shoe for this section of your self tape)
• Eye level high kicks (both legs) • Stationary leg grab (both legs, hold for 5 seconds)
• Cartwheels (both sides) • Double pirouette
• Splits (both sides) • Your best jump
Slate: Please slate your name, height, and location. Tell us why you would like to work in Dawson City, and something fun about yourself! Also let us know if you play any instruments, sing, can do acrobatic/aerial skills or have special skills that may be useful to the role.
Please send your audition material to info@karevan.ca
Contact
Contact us by emailing info@karevan.ca