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Sacrifice has been written and composed by a British authoring team with an Asian/American stage director for western eyes and ears. The treasured and famous Chinese story follows historical fact, but the story has been focused and shaped to appeal and relate to western audiences.

The production is directed for the stage by Bobby Garcia and produced by Toby Simkin. The production will capitalize at around £4m. It is hoped to achieve the Asian workshop production in 2012 with West End to follow within the year following the workshop.  For Sacrifice, the Creative Team is very involved in the development of all facets of the development of the musical, and therefore proven experience with 1st class theatrical productions, along with a collaborative spirit and a production vision that aligns with our existing team is imperative.

The following core Creative team positions are available for Sacrifice:

  • Scenic Designer (plus Associate)
    experience creating a visual language, researching and creating historically accurate and realistic settings and props for a 1st class tourable/transferable production, in close concert with other members of the creative team. This may involve working with shops within China for sourcing and construction of key pieces.  Scenic Designer may be combined with Costume Designer for the right applicant.  Possibility of roll over in design capacity to film version for right candidate. United Scenic Artist members preferred.
     
     
  • Costume Designer (plus Associate)
    experience
    creating a visual language, researching and creating historically accurate and realistic wardrobe for a 1st class production, in close concert with other members of the creative team. This may involve working with shops within China for sourcing and construction of key pieces. Possibility of roll over in design capacity to film version for right candidate. Costume Designer may be combined with Scenic Designer for the right applicant.
     
  • Projection Designer (plus Associate)
    experience researching and creating historically accurate and realistic visuals and special effects for a 1st class production, in close concert with other members of the creative team.
     
  • Lighting Designer (plus Associate)
    experience creating visually striking and rich lighting states for a 1st tourable/transferable production, in close concert with other members of the creative team.
     
     
  • Sound Designer
    experience creating an audio experience blending east and west sound and instrumentation, along with authentic sound effects and enhancing the production for a 1st tourable/transferable production, in close concert with other members of the creative team.
     
  • Hair & Make-up Designer
    experience researching and creating historically accurate and realistic hair and makeup for a 1st class production, in close concert with other members of the creative team.
     
  • Choreographer
    experience researching and creating historically adaptive movement using period dance and a hybrid score for a 1st class production, in close concert with other members of the creative team.  SSDC members preferred.
     
  • Fight Director
    experience creating historically accurate and realistic fight scenes using period weaponry for a 1st class production, in close concert with other members of the creative team.
     
  • Casting Director
    experience with casting a 1st class production, particularly in identifying triple threat Chinese/Asian performers and assessing same for artistic, style, stamina and suitability for both Asian workshop and West End, in close concert with other members of the creative team. 
    Possibility of roll over in casting capacity to film version for right candidate.  CDG members preferred.
  • Vocal / Dance Arranger
     
  • Orchestrator

All candidates for the above positions must hold a valid passport and be willing to travel extensively for extended periods of time. These positions will be contracted in line with standard theatrical agreements, and some positions may require membership in various unions, guilds or associations.

Due to our intended goal of creating a visually lush and realistic environment on stage, and given the complexity of researching the Tang Period in China, we are assembling some design visual references from our various research efforts. This is ongoing. If interested, take a look at: http://www.SacrificeWorldwide.com/Design 

If you represent a suitable client, or would like to be considered directly, please contact us.

Other Positions:

Please note that we are not hiring functional team members yet, we are still assembling only the core creative team, to completion the shape of the project, prior to engaging all levels of staffing. We are however interested in receiving applications for the following positions that may be engaged earlier than the typical production process...

  • Director of Marketing
    Experienced in international branding and liaison with 1st class theatrical advertising, PR, new media, sponsorship and other theatrical agencies, preferably in both London and Broadway.  Proven extensive experience within the West End.  Willingness to travel for extensive periods.
     
  • Dialect / Language Coach
     
  • Musical Contractor
     
  • Production Supervisor
    Preferably with experience in sourcing and construction of scenic, props and wardrobe within Asia, and extensive experience within the West End.
     
  • Production Stage Manager
    Must be a member of British Actors Equity, and with extensive experience in touring internationally.

All candidates for the above positions must hold a valid UK work permit, along with a passport and be willing to travel extensively for extended periods of time. These positions will be contracted in line with standard theatrical agreements, and some positions may require membership in various unions, guilds or associations.

If you represent a suitable client, or would like to be considered directly, please contact us.

 

gui fei yang 杨贵妃
The Sacrifice of Yang GuiFeiis the story of Emperor Xuanzong (of the prosperous Tang dynasty 618-907 AD) who brings 杨贵妃 Yang GuiFei, one of China’s most beautiful women, into his court as a concubine When they adopt China’s greatest villain, the barbarian An Lushan, their fateful triumvirate creates China’s greatest love story. Producer Toby Simkin optioned the worldwide rights almost immediately after hearing the score in early 2008 “it’s a powerful, sometimes shocking story, filled with a roller coaster of emotions from brutality to sweet and innocent love, building to a climax with The Emperor’s agonizing decision: save the woman he loves, or sacrifice her to save his dynasty – Richard Daniel’s remarkable score carries the audience through this cavalcade with a fabulous mix of Chinese and Western instruments.” 一个全新电影制作项目即将到来,由屡获大奖的英国团队创作并得到中方支持。电影牺牲》,讲述的是中国历史上最伟大的皇帝遇上中国古代四大美女之,并遭遇中国最大恶人之间的故事。 所有这一切构成了中国历史上最伟大的爱情故事 <<牺牲>>. The true story of Yang Gui Fei 杨贵妃, one of the Four Ancient Beauties of China, is famous for her role in the demise of the Tang dynasty. TOBY SIMKIN (Producer) is a theatrical producer who has over 25 years of 1st-class producing or managing experience of entertainment projects with over 120 Broadway/West End shows and tours from Annie to Victor/Victoria in the USA, Canada, UK, Russia, Australia, China and oceans between. From many Tony Award winning productions on Broadway to Olivier Award winning productions on London’s West, Mr. Simkin is a leader in the field of theatrical producing, management and marketing. Mr. Simkin is additionally credited with leading the theatre industry into cyberspace in the early 90's. Mr. Simkin maintains a residence in Shanghai, developing new opportunities for global entertainment where he owns a Chinese corporation - Shen Tu Bin Business Consulting (Shanghai) Co. Ltd..