Pup star to opera star
La Boheme at Buxton Opera House on March 11, 2012
HAS your dog got star quality?
If your pet pooch is the canine equivalent of Brad Pitt or Scarlett Johansson, then they could take a place in the spotlight in the beautiful and romantic opera La Boheme, coming to the Opera House in Buxton next month.
International soloists have been selected from across the world to join the Ukrainian National Opera of Kharkiv’s spring tour – but there is still one part to be cast, the role of Muzetta’s pet dog.
So, will it be your Shih Tzu that shines, your Pomeranian that preens or your Poodle that promenades its perfection on stage? Your canine thespian could be a Yorkshire terrier, chihuahua, dachshund – or any small, well-behaved dog.
Award-winning opera director and producer Ellen Kent said: “People say never work with children or animals but I love to do both. The first time was 20 years ago when my pet cat Holly Go-Lightly was in one of my productions and was an instant hit. Since then we’ve had horses, goldfish and once even a golden eagle with a 6ft wingspan on stage.
“Many years ago when we last did La Boheme and asked local people to volunteer their pets it was a huge success. We even used a rescue dog once and found him dozens of new owners!
“We’re a nation of animal lovers after all. I’m sure there is plenty of doggie talent out there.”
Your pet needs to be well behaved and small – and as his owner, you will need to be prepared to go onstage in costume to look after him or her.
The tour of La Boheme visits Buxton on March 11.
To audition your dog, sent a photograph to Louise Delahunty at Derek Block Concert Promotions, 70-76 Bell Street, Marylebone, London NW1 6SP or email her at louise@derekblock.co.uk. Please include your contact number and address as well as the breed, height, weight, age and name of your dog. The closing date is February 24. If you are successful, you will be contacted before the performance.
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