Following the great success of the 2004 auditions, Cirque du Soleil will be holding, once again, artistic auditions for physical actors and other performers during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2005.

Cirque du Soleil is seeking new talent for its eleven current productions and its upcoming creations such as its sixth resident show - an unprecedented live theatre production celebrating the musical legacy and extraordinary experience of The Beatles.

With the number of shows growing, we need to fill new roles, permanent and/or temporary replacements and back-up positions, etc.

Cirque du Soleil casting team is specifically seeking:

PHYSICAL ACTORS with keen creative skills, solid acting training and strong theatrical experience. Clowns - Contemporary mimes - Street performers

Artists with unique acts, exceptional skills or unusual body types.

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil has carved out a special niche for itself in the world of performing arts. Through a mix of street performance, circus arts, dance, theatre, music and singing,

Cirque du Soleil has given life to a magical new universe. With its original music and performances, Cirque du Soleil always tries to challenge the limits of the human body and spirit.

Each of its shows is built around its own unique concept with music played by live bands.

Do you know any talented individuals interested in joining Cirque du Soleil? Feel free to tell them about us. We are always eager to discover new artists.

Please contact us at any time for additional information. We would be glad to answer your questions. Auditions are on an invitation-only basis. Send your demo material NOW!

For details regarding the information to send us, feel free to visit our Internet site at www.casting.cirquedusoleil.com/edfringe05