Seattle Opera is searching for an opera novice. This person, someone who has never seen a production of Wagner's "Ring," must spend some time with Seattle Opera to create a reality-show-style, 10-minute documentary at the end of the summer chronicling the host's experience.
That person would be the host of "Confessions of a First-Time Opera-goer," video project.
The host would take a behind-the-scenes peek into the creation of the "Ring," meet and mingle with long-time "Ring" lovers and artists, and attend Seattle Opera's renowned production of the "Ring."
The video is one of the first projects Seattle Opera is implementing as a recipient of a Wallace Foundation Excellence Award grant. The four-year grant from the foundation focuses on building relationships with the community through technology.
To create "Confessions," Seattle Opera is partnering with Reel Grrls, a Seattle-based media and technology-training program for young girls. Members of Reel Grrls will comprise the film crew for the host's summer adventures and will be responsible for editing and creating the final product.
The "Confessions" host must be between 18 and 30 years old and new to the "Ring." Extensive opera-going experience is not required; in fact, the company is looking for someone who has only previously attended a handful of operas, or even fewer.
The ideal "Confessions" host is comfortable on camera and has a love of social networking-whether it's through blogging, Facebook, or Twitter-is essential. The host should be available to attend performances of the four Ring operas on August 9, 10, 12, and 14, as well as at least seven separate days throughout the summer for supplementary activities, such as scene shop tours or discussions with seasoned Ring fans.
Interested applicants will need to fill out an application form and submit a one- to two-minute video explaining why they should be selected as the host of "Confessions," by May 22. Applications may be submitted by mail or in person to Seattle Opera Administrative Offices, Attn: Confessions Application, 1020 John St., Seattle, WA 98109.
For more information, or to download an application form, visit seattleopera.org/confessions.[[In-content Ad]]
