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NPT seeks up-and-coming “rockstar” to play “Conrad Birdie”

New Paradigm Theatre a company well-known for its inventive productions is accepting video submissions for a talent search competition.

The SEARCH for "Conrad Birdie"
The SEARCH for "Conrad Birdie" (NPT)

New Paradigm Theatre (NPT): THE SEARCH IS ON!

NPT seeks up-and-coming “rockstar” to play “Conrad Birdie”

New Paradigm Theatre (NPT) a company well-known for its inventive productions with multi-
cultural and multi-generational casting is accepting video submissions for a talent search
competition to cast the title role of their August production, Bye Bye Birdie.

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“Conrad Birdie” is a rockstar role loosely based on Elvis Presley. This performer must have
incredible vocal talent and stage presence. Performers 18+ (to play early 20’s - early 30’s)
may submit. The finalists chosen from these videos will be featured live at NPT’s May Gala in
a “live callback” and will be voted on by the audience! The winner will be hired to play the
role of the rockstar, “Conrad Birdie”, as well as receive professional perks such as a
professional reel, a “fan club” and tons of press and publicity. This production will also
feature many inventive Film and TV elements.

Casting for additional adult roles will take place in the spring with dates in CT and NYC TBD.
The youth roles will be cast from students enrolled in the summer experience, which also
includes conservatory-level class in film and TV, theatre, voice-over, commercials as well as
rehearsals with our professionals.

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For more information on how to submit your video for this role or on student enrollment and
scholarships, please visit www.nptheatre.org DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS - MARCH 15, 2019

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