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Sun & Sea - Casting Call

We are seeking a professional singer with a high vocal range to take on the role of Chanson in the internationally acclaimed contemporary opera performance Sun & Sea by Rugilė Barzdžiukaitė, Vaiva Grainytė and Lina Lapelytė

About the Role:

  • Voice type: High (eg. soprano or counter-tenor)
  • Vocal style: Free and euphoric; ideally with coloratura technique or experience in jazz-influenced singing

Musical requirements:

  • Strong sight-reading ability
  • Excellent intonation
  • High musical sensitivity
  • Experience in choral or ensemble singing

Performance details:

  • Performer will sing lying down on their back
  • Must be comfortable wearing swimwear on stage
  • The opera is performed in 1-hour loops, up to 4 times daily

Dates & Locations:

Ghent, Belgium: 11–15 June 2025

To Apply:

Please send the following to: erika@sunandsea.lt

  • Your CV including name, surname, age, country, and city of residence
  • A recent headshot
  • A video recording (1–3 minutes) of you singing a piece of your choice (any style that showcases your vocal quality and expression)

Next Steps:

Shortlisted candidates will receive musical material for the Chanson role and be asked to
submit a recording for further evaluation.

Inclusivity Note:

We are committed to fostering equity and welcome applications from individuals from
backgrounds underrepresented in opera and performance.

This is a paid professional engagement.

  • Sun & Sea

    Rugilė Barzdžiukaitė, Vaiva Grainytė & Lina Lapelytė
    12.06 - 15.06
    Opera met veel zand en klimaatzorgen
    De Vooruit, Gent
    Concertzaal
    € 18,00–€ 30,00
    Thu 12.06
    -
    Sun 15.06
    Dates & tickets
    • Thu 12.06
      18:00 - 19:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      uitverkocht
    • Thu 12.06
      19:00 - 20:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      uitverkocht
    • Thu 12.06
      20:00 - 21:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      uitverkocht
    • Thu 12.06
      21:00 - 22:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      uitverkocht
    • Fri 13.06
      18:00 - 19:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Fri 13.06
      19:00 - 20:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      last tickets
    • Fri 13.06
      20:00 - 21:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      uitverkocht
    • Fri 13.06
      21:00 - 22:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      uitverkocht
    • Sat 14.06
      14:00 - 15:00
      met audiodescriptie + tolk VGT
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sat 14.06
      15:00 - 16:00
      met tolk VGT
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sat 14.06
      16:00 - 17:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sat 14.06
      17:00 - 18:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sun 15.06
      14:00 - 15:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sun 15.06
      15:00 - 16:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sun 15.06
      16:00 - 17:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT
    • Sun 15.06
      17:00 - 18:00
      De Vooruit, Gent
      Concertzaal
      CHOOSE TIMESLOT