Cirque du Soleil’s Auana to hold open casting for hula dancers

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Auana production is looking for hula dancers to join its cast.

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The production will host open auditions from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Outrigger Theatre at the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel.

Organizers are seeking dancers skilled in hula kahiko and hula ‘auana. The audition highlights the important role of local hula in bringing Hawaiian cultural storytelling to a global stage.

The audition is led by Kumu Hula Hiwa Vaughan, alongside artistic director Ron Kellum.

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“As we audition and welcome new dancers into ‘Auana, we’re looking for artists who bring more than strong technique. We’re looking for dancers who have a genuine connection to hula and who can carry the spirit and intention into every performance,” said Kumu Hiwa.

During the audition, Kumu Hiwa will teach choreography from the production and guide dancers through improvisation and artistic exploration.

Candidates are not expected to prepare or perform their own choreography.

Dancers are advised to wear minimal makeup so their natural expressions and movements can be clearly seen.

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Candidates selected to move forward will be notified following the audition.

No contracts will be offered on the day of the audition.

Those interested in auditioning must register by Oct. 23.