Description:

Comedy Dance Chicago (CDC) is a group of comedians and dancers who combine sketch comedy, physical comedy, dance, word play, and music to entertain our audiences of all ages. Our shows have been described as a "super high-energy laugh riot!" and "one of the funniest, most enjoyable hours you'll spend on a Friday night."

What does the CDC Season entail? The 2025 New Show Creative Process and other performances as booked/scheduled.

What roles is CDC looking to fill? We are looking to add a few performers with solid comedy writing and dance/movement backgrounds who are able to base and lift fellow performers. Other requirements include:

-strong stage presence, comedic timing, facial expressions
-comedy writing experience
-able to quickly pick up choreography
-trained in any of the following: theater, sketch comedy, improv, circus, clowning, partner acrobatics, etc.
-trained in any of the following: modern, tap, jazz, hip hop, etc.
-comfortable interacting with audience members of all ages
-collaborative and a team player
-strong work ethic and positive attitude
-available for 2025 New Show Creative Process (Thursday and Saturday rehearsals) - more on this below

Who should audition? All skin colors, body types, gender identities, sexualities, backgrounds, personalities, senses of humor, ages (18+) are welcome to audition.

What is the 2025 New Show Creative Process? We will create (write, stage, and choreograph) and perform an all-new comedy dance show! Similar to a sketch comedy process.
Creative Process: January-April 2025
Required Rehearsals: Thursdays from 7-9pm and Saturdays from 10am-12pm
New Show Dates: April-May 2025 (4-6 week run of shows on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday night; exact dates TBD)
Venue: TBD (in Chicago)

When and where are other performances? Shows are scheduled throughout the year as we book them. The majority of shows are in Chicago, though we do have occasional shows in the suburbs and other states. Performances include CDC produced shows, school shows, out-of-town festivals, short appearances, etc. Shows are cast based on performer availability.

When and where are general rehearsals? In general, we have weekly rehearsals every Thursday from 7-9pm at the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture (Dance Chicago studios). Pay: Both paid and unpaid performances