HellsGate Haunted House Auditions & Interviews

HellsGate Haunted House Auditions & Interviews
Published by August 25, 2015 Category: Jobs and Crew Wanted

HellsGate Haunted House Auditions & Interviews

If you are a creative type with a bent towards the dark and macabre WE WANT YOU. Here’s how to get involved:

DATES

  • Sunday, September 20th, 2015: 12pm-3pm
  • Monday, September 21st, 2015: 4pm-8pm

LOCATION

HellsGate Haunted House
3101 Canal St.
Lockport, IL 60441
Take Canal 2 blocks past the paintball park and look for audition signs.

CLASS SCHEDULE

  • ACTING CLASS: Sunday, September 27th @
  • SAFETY TRAINING: Tuesday, October 6th @ 4:30pm
  • DRESS REHEARSAL: Wednesday, October 7th @4:30 pm

 All Positions are paid.

  • ACTORS will audition.
  • COSTUMERS, MAKEUP ARTISTS and TECHNICIANS will be interviewed.

Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1636799556600652/

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What do I need to bring? 
A: You will need job application information such as a SS#, previous employer information, and your availability during October. A water bottle is recommended.

Q. What do I need to wear? 
A. We advise you where comfortable clothes. You will be moving around during the improv games.

Q. What will I need to do? 
A. Actors will be called in to audition. Makeup artists, Costumers, and technicians will be interviewed. You will be asked to fill out an application and calendar of availability. Then you will have your picture taken so we can attach it to your application.

Q. Do I need to be experienced? 
A. Experience is helpful but not required. We ask people to play some improv games and do some silly movements. A good attitude and willingness to try things is what is important.

Q. Do I need to be there the whole time? 
A. No. You may show up at any point during the audition times. The auditions are first come, first serve. The length of time you will need to wait to be called in to audition depends on how many other people are there at the time you come.

Q. How old do I need to be?
A. You must be at least 14 to apply. Positions, pay rate, and internships will be determined at auditions.

Q. What is the time commitment if I am hired?
A. Call time is at 4:30pm every day we are open. You will fill out a calendar and then are contracted to work the days you selected. There are also scheduled training and safety days required. To see what days the haunted house will be open this season, visit its website.

Q. What if I can’t be there by 4:30 pm?
A. Some exceptions including work and school are fine but will need to be noted in your contract.

Q. Do I need to attend the training days and acting classes?
A. Yes. The acting classes and rehearsal days prepare you to be ready on opening day. We also take safety seriously. Training days cover all the information you need to keep yourself, your roommates and the audience safe.

For any further questions contact Renee at renee@zap23.com