Got a bright idea for our annual black light/UV reactive show? Submit your audition form and music by Satuday, January 30th!
We are casting up to 20 performers, with approximately 4 acts per apparatus. Non-aerial acts welcome!
Before submitting your form:
Please check the current list of auditionees, apparatuses, music selections, and act concepts to avoid duplicates.
Form and music submissions are due before 1/30
Review the show schedule below —> rehearsal attendance is required
What We’re Looking For
This is a black light show: neon and UV-reactive costuming and/or props are required. We’re seeking acts that embrace the visual impact of black light reactive elements. Bring us bold visual concepts, strong characters, and engaging stage presence.
Preference will be given to acts that are joyful, silly, whimsical, or uplifting.
Costuming
All acts must be fully costumed and thoroughly tested before dress rehearsal.
Neon and UV-reactive costuming and/or props are required.
Streetwear and gym clothing are not allowed.
Your costume should support the theme and elevate your act.
If finances prevent appropriate costuming, please note it in your audition form and the producer will follow up via email. We can help!
Entrances & Staging
All acts must include a choreographed entrance., regardless of when music begins. This means blocking, body language, intention. It does not have to be dancing!
Your performance does not start on the apparatus or in the air, it begins the moment you are visible to the audience and and builds from there.
Show Schedule
1/30 — Last day to submit audition form and music
2/7, 3:15pm — Auditions (video auditions are also due on this date)
2/28 3:15-6:15pm — Tech Rehearsal
Music cues confirmed
Costumes/props tested — bring them
Tech needs confirmed (lifts, props, assistance)
Full show run-through
3/21, 3:15-6:15pm — Dress Rehearsal
3/31, 6-9pm — Dress Rehearsal
4/3, 1pm — Matinee
3:30pm — Dinner provided at the studio for cast & crew
4/3, 6pm
8:30 — Wrap party! Friends & family welcome!
Performance Images From Spilt Sugar Photography
Spilt Sugar Photography will be offering professional, edited photos for Illuminated performers with flexible pricing options. Three package choices are available based on the strongest images from the performance. Sneak peek images will be sent out after the performance, so performers will be able to review the quality, style, and editing of the images before deciding which package best fits their needs.
Every performance is unique, and the number of images that are ideal for editing and posting varies from act to act. Each package includes a selection of the strongest overall images from the performance. If there is a favorite pose or specific moment that should be included, requests are welcome, and availability can be confirmed if a strong image of that moment was captured.
Who is Spilt Sugar?
Cheryl Willard is an artist and photographer with over 20 years of experience behind the lens. As an aerial performer and instructor herself, she brings a deep understanding of movement, timing, and technique to every performance she photographs. This unique perspective enables her to anticipate and capture striking aerial poses, dynamic choreography, and those fleeting moments that performers value most.
Examples of her work can be found here on Instagram and Facebook.
Packages
Package A
Top 5 Edited Images
Sized for web use and small prints
$45
Package B
Top 10 Edited Images
Sized for web use and small prints
$80
Package C
Full-Resolution Images with Promotional Rights
Individual images: $18 each
Bundle of 5 images: $75
Every performance is unique, and the number of images that are ideal for editing and posting varies from act to act.
Each package includes a selection of the strongest overall images from the performance. If there is a favorite pose or specific moment that should be included, requests are welcome, and availability can be confirmed if a strong image of that moment was captured.
Proof Albums
Proof albums are available for an additional $50 and include roughly 30-50+ of the best images from the performance.
Turnaround time is typically 3–4 weeks, as each image receives basic post-processing so previews can be viewed with color and exposure adjustments rather than as flat RAW files.
Proof images are watermarked and intended for image selection purposes only.
After reviewing the proof album, additional images may be purchased at a rate of $8-10 per image, depending on the quantity ordered.
Ordering Information
Ordering will open after the show once sneak peek images have been released.
Orders should be placed by email at spiltxosugar@gmail.com.
Please include:
Performer's name
Show name
Desired package and/or image selections
Any specific image requests or favorite moments you would like included, if available
Video clips welcome!