Audition for Billy Elliot the Musical – Fall 2027

In Fall 2027, Östgötateatern will stage the musical Billy Elliot.

The musical Billy Elliot, like the film, is a tribute to the power of art as inspiration and the opportunity to change life beyond your wildest dreams. A life-affirming musical with music by Elton John.

Billy grows up in a declining English mining town. His family is struggling. His mother has been dead for a year, and in grief, his father and older brother fight to make ends meet, while a major miners' strike defines their entire existence. As a boy, Billy is expected to take up boxing or other "masculine-coded" activities, but when he accidentally ends up in the girls' ballet class, something ignites within him…

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking versatile musical artists aged 25–60 for the ensemble. The ensemble will portray several different roles, which demands high scenic flexibility and expressive ability.

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong singing and acting ability
• Good dance skills
• Ability to work dynamically in a group
• Great scenic flexibility and expressive strength

In addition to ensemble participation, we are also looking for:

• Adult Billy (strong dancer)
• Understudies for, among others:
• Jackie Elliot (Billy's father)
• Tony Elliot (Billy's older brother)
• Adult Billy
• George (miner)
• Big Davey (miner)

WHERE AND WHEN

Auditions will take place at Östgötateatern, Slottsgatan 135 in Norrköping, Saturday May 30 (not at Teaterhuset).

Callbacks are planned for Sunday May 31.

HOW

Applicants must have relevant education for the position or equivalent experience that the employer deems comparable.

All applicants are asked to prepare two songs in the style of the show. Each song may be a maximum of 2 minutes.

Applicants for the role of Adult Billy must also submit a dance video (lyrical jazz or ballet, approx. 1 minute) with their application.

An initial selection will be made based on submitted materials. Selected candidates will then be called for callbacks, which will include dance auditions, scene work, and possibly additional singing. Materials for callbacks will be sent out with the invitation.

APPLICATION

Apply by email no later than May 14. Attach CV and photo, and clearly state which role you are applying for.

Invitations to the audition will be sent out no later than Monday, May 18.

WHAT TO BRING

Bring sheet music for the pianist at the audition.

Please note:

• Sheet music must be in the correct key
• Sheet music must be taped

Do not send sheet music or other materials in advance – everything is brought in person.

PERIOD

Applicants must be available for employment approximately from the end of May 2027 to the end of January 2028.

We see diversity as a strength and therefore welcome all applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability.

NB! Auditions for children's roles will be announced later.

Warm welcome with your application!

Melker Sörensen, Director and Choreographer

Kristin Stenerhag, Musical Director and Conductor

Robin Karlsson, Producer

Kristoffer Berglund, Theatre Manager

Henrik Johansson, Production Manager