CASTING CALL FOR A NEW NUTCRACKER DOG AT FESTIVAL BALLET PROVIDENCE
ARCHIE IN HIS PRIME
AFTER 19 YEARS, ARCHIE, THE BELOVED YORKSHIRE TERRIER IS RETIRING
WHAT:
Casting Call for a new Nutcracker Dog
WHEN:
Sunday, December 2, 2018
12 noon-2 pm
During the Hope Street Holiday Stroll
WHERE:
Festival Ballet Providence
825 Hope Street
Providence, RI 02906
WHY:
Archie, Festival Ballet Providence’s beloved Nutcracker mascot is retiring. After 19 years in FBP’s annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, this adorable senior citizen (he’s a mere 92 in human years) has achieved stardom in his annual romp across the Providence Performing Arts Center stage and is ready for the next chapter. He’s ready to take a break and enjoy his senior years in relaxation.
RECORD-BREAKING NUMBER OF PERFORMANCES
In our last release we stated Archie had made more than 125 performance. In reality, he has appeared in 150 performances. What a record!
HOW:
Pre-registration is not required. Participation is free and open to any and all canine applicants. Participants can drop in to register and audition on the day of the event. All participants will receive an exclusive discount code for Nutcracker tickets.
CASTING CRITERIA
The criteria are simple: Does your pup have an elegant prance? A regal coat of fur? A charming smile? Have you always wanted a peek behind-the-scenes at the life of a professional ballet dancer? Can he or she handle the paparazzi?
It’s now or never!