Songs from the void
Summer School Youth Project of Muziektheater Transparant & DE SINGEL

Auditions: 18-19 March 2023  /  Rehearsals: 7-18 August 2023   /  Performances: 19 and 20 August 2023 in DE SINGEL

WHO WE WANT: singers, instrumentalists, dancers between the ages of 15 and 25. We are open to all styles: classical, hip-hop, jazz, impro, pop, ... Young people with a willingness to create a unique performance together. Everyone sings, dances, plays in group, but there is always room for your own solo, bringing in your own ideas, music and dance moves.

WHAT: The youth project of Muziektheater Transparant and DE SINGEL brings together a group of talented young people every year for a unique creative process. By wich many generations of singers, instrumentalists and performers, discovered the possibilities of theatre and it became an unforgettable experience. The strength and success of the project lie in the strong group dynamic, the chance to discover and develop your individual talent, the professional technical and production framework, but also the inspiring leadership and coaching of an experienced and passionate artistic team. Time and again, it leads to unforgettable performances on one of the best stages in the country.

Songs from the void will be the title of this year's performance. Songs will be the starting point. An aria, a pop song, your self-written song. They give voice to a group, a swarm of ever-changing creatures, a swampy choir, a post-human collective. Inspiration is found in the many alter egos of pop stars like Björk. A make-up artist will explore your new looks with you, a choreographer will provide inspiring moves and always the musical team will be working with you to create the show's own sound. Sometimes you will be part of a chaotic band or pop out with your own solo.

We select our group after an audition, where we introduce ourselves to each other. We take time to talk about our plan and give you the space and support to show what you can do.

WITH WHOM, ARTISTIC TEAM: Timo Tembuyser- is an architect finding his way as a versatile performer, theatre maker and singer. He is a resident at Muziektheater Transparant, much in demand as a performer and creator of his own performances, Hélène Vrijdag - is a performer, writer, sound-designer and soprano makes theatre starting from voice, myth and language, in search of grand wildness and grand silence. She forms a duo with Timo Tembuyser.  Joffrey Anane - dance phenomenon, with roots at LGU and at home in underground battles, hip hop freestyle, on television and in the art collective Osei Bantu. Lennert Heyndels -  bassist, synthesist and composer, member of the duo Hi Hawaii. Winner of the best jazz CD Klara 2019 and other prizes. Simon Segers - is said to be the best drummer in Belgium. Plays in bands such as De Beren Gieren, Black Flower and Sylvie Kreusch, but also with van Zonzo Compagnie and Muziektheater Transparant. Sara Schoon - creates wonderful worlds as a costume designer, make-up artist and shaper.  

REGISTER FOR THE AUDITIONS by filling in this registration form (Dutch) before the 13th of March.  For further questions feel free to contact sebastiaan@transparant.be After your registration, we will send you a personal assignment for the audition adapted to what you do and your level. 

Cost. Participating in the project is free of charge. Contribution for those who want to enjoy our catering is 200 euros. If you like to eat with us but the amount is too high, please mention it on the registration form. We will provide a solution.

Are you coming from far away and want to stay overnight? A place in the youth hostel will be reserved for those who want to stay overnight. 

 

Songs from the Void is a TRANSLAB project, the talent development programme of Muziektheater Transparant and is part of DE SINGEL's Summer School. '

Former editions: Labyrinth, A.L.I.C.E, Les Indes Galantes,.

"This project is much more than presenting a performance; it is sharing passion in all kinds of forms, creating through trial and error, pushing boundaries, growing, getting to know different people, and experiencing moments that later transform into beautiful memories!" Emma Wils, former participant A.L.I.C.E.