Apply to join the Vocal and Movement Ensemble

Are you a singer who can move? A dancer who can sing? Most importantly – can you bring the vibes!?

Join us at our brand new festival, Roundhouse Three Sixty, in April 2025 for an unforgettable night celebrating the Queen of Disco, Donna Summer.

Love To Love You Baby: Donna Summer Reimagined  – is a celebration of the Queen of Disco’s far-reaching impact and influence as a trailblazer and pioneer, through the lens of UK club culture.

50 years since the release of her seminal album Love To Love You Baby, an all-star lineup including MNEK, Katy B, Kele Le Roc & Le Gateau Chocolat will assemble to honour Donna Summer’s transcendent brilliance and legacy, performing reimaginings of some of her iconic songs.

For this unforgettable night, co-curated by Mercury-nominated artist ESKA, we’re recruiting a group of 24 performers aged 18-25 to perform alongside the guest artists. 

Working with ESKA alongside vocal lead Alice Grant and choreographer Sarah Golding, the group will help bring the reimagined classics to life, performing original vocal arrangements and, through movement, exploring the universal, unspoken language of dance music and club culture – ensuring the vibes and energy are high, creating a bridge between the stage and the audience, bringing people together in the euphoric way that only dance music can. 

What you get

By joining the Roundhouse Vocal & Movement Ensemble, you will:

• Work under the artistic guidance of ESKA, with experienced tutors Alice Grant and Sarah Golding.
• Take part in creative workshops exploring vocals, movement, and the intersection of music and dance culture.
• Perform live at the iconic Roundhouse as part of a professional production.
• Receive payment for 2x Production Rehearsals (£50 per session) and the show day (£150).
• Be part of a one-of-a-kind ensemble that bridges the stage and audience in a celebratory, energetic, and inclusive performance.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

No formal experience is required. Just a passion and curiosity for exploring singing and movement as part of a professional ensemble for what will be a unique, unforgettable night.

Movement will be focused on capturing the essence of the tracks and embracing the energy, physicality and connection to the music within the group – not complex choreography/dance, just a commitment to the vibe.

Key dates

Ensemble members will be expected to be able to commit to 100% attendance across all project dates, listed below.

• Taster session: 12-5pm, Sat 8 Feb
• Tuesday sessions: 6-8:30pm, 11, 18, 25 Feb, 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar, 1 Apr
• Thursday sessions: 6-8:30pm, Thu 13, 20, 27 Feb, 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar, 3 Apr
• Production rehearsals – 10am-6pm, Tue 8 & Wed 9 April
• Show day – 12am-11pm, Thu 10 April

*Payment – Ensemble members will receive payment of £50 per production rehearsal and £150 for show day.

How To Apply

To apply please complete our online form. Applications close Mon 3 February 2025, 9am.

You will be asked to answer a question about why you would like to be part of the project and to submit 2x 60 second (max) video / audio links showcasing;

1. Vocals – pre-existing track or relevant audio recording clearly showcasing your singing voice
2. Movement – video link dancing to one of the following tracks:
   Kele Le Roc – My Love (10° Vocal Mix)
   Katy B – Katy On A Mission
   Donna Summer – Bad Girls

Applications close Mon 3 Feb 2025, 9am.

If an online application is inaccessible to you, please contact advicebase@roundhouse.org.uk and arrangements can be made for you to receive support with this form.

Eligibility criteria

• Be aged 18-25 and based in the UK
• Be available for all project dates

Those eligible and shortlisted will be notified on Wed 5 Feb and invited to attend the taster session, after which decisions on the final ensemble will be made.