Melbourne Cabaret Festival performer opportunity

Each Wednesday night in October, the Melbourne Cabaret Festival Roadshow will feature cabaret performances at The Count’s. 

In line with our Festival's objectives, we are looking to incorporate new and emerging performers (or a mid-career performer trying out new material) in our nightly lineup, in the role of support performance prior to the main show.  

This is a paid opportunity for a performance of around 20 minutes. There is a grand piano available and a full range of sound and lighting equipment and a tech operator.

Due to the tight turnaround between the support act and the headline show, it would suit a solo or duo. The payment is a set $200, no matter how many are on stage.

The opportunity also exists to take place in a free ‘producing cabaret’ masterclass with festival directors and experienced producers Neville Sice and David Read. This masterclass will take place via zoom leading up to the season.

To apply for a spot, fill out this application form before the end of August.

Melbourne Cabaret Festival Roadshow: Live at The Count's

Melbourne Cabaret Festival unites with Monash Performing Arts Centre to present Australia's best cabaret talent across five shows in The Count’s this October. The limited season includes drag, jazz, comedy and pop performances.

Feast on a smorgasbord of exquisite cabaret shows, curated by us. Book by clicking the show titles below.

WEDNESDAY 2 OCTOBER 2024, 7:30PM

Damon Smith: CRAZY ARMS – A Few Centuries of Piano Tinkering

 

WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER 2024, 7:30PM

The Cabaret Hour: Jens Radda and Iva Rosebud

 

WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2024, 7:30PM

Alister Kingsley: Get It Together

 

WEDNESDAY 23 OCTOBER 2024, 7:30PM

Alyce Platt presents: Drole de Petit Monde

 

WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER 2024, 7:30PM

Matt Hadgraft: ELTON JOHN – YOUR SONG

 

Nestled in the heart of Monash University’s Clayton campus, The Count’s transforms into a cosy cabaret room with full bar with dinner service available.

Each show opens with emerging cabaret talent thanks to the Ron and Margaret Dobell Foundation. To apply for a spot, performers should fill out this application form before the end of August.