AVIARY AFTER DARK 2026
Friday 10/30/26 & Saturday 10/31/26

Show Information and Audition Form

Casting Call

  • Up to 25 performers

    • 5 each: trapeze, silks, lyra, sling, other

    • Current list of auditionees, music, and act concepts HERE

  • Please note that we are only accepting routines that fit the show’s theme and are fully costumed.

    Themes include: classic costumes, monsters, horror icons, and horror-inspired looks. Your act can be scary, silly, sexy, spooky—get creative! Burlesque is welcome, and dynamic performances are encouraged.

    Costumes: street or gym clothing is not permitted unless it is essential to your character.

  • Entrances: Routines cannot start in the air or at the apparatus . They must include a choreographed entrance; blocking, body language, intention. It does not have to be dancing!

Show Schedule

  • 09/06, 11:30am — Auditions

    • Music files - Upload HERE

      • Must be uploaded before 08/30

      • Titled: Your Name - Song Title - Artist

      • Link are NOT accepted

    • Video Auditions - Upload HERE

      • Must be submitted before 09/06

      • Titled Your Name - Show Name

  • 10/11, 3:30-6:30pm — Tech Rehearsal

  • 10/18, 3:30-6:30pm — Dress Rehearsal

  • 10/27, 6-9pm — Dress Rehearsal

  • 10/30, 6pm — Opening Night

  • 10/31, 1pm — Matinee

    • 3:30pm — Dinner provided at the studio for cast & crew

  • 10/31, 6pm — Closing Night

    • 8:30 — Wrap party! Friends & family welcome!