Description:
URGENT CASTING CALL FOR MALE IDENTIFYING CHINESE POLE & CYR WHEEL ARTIST.
Come join our multinational ensemble cast on a cruise ship in the Bahamas!
Skills required: CHINESE POLE at a high level.
CYR WHEEL at a good level
ACROBATICS a plus.
Performing as part of our Ensemble Company on board our newest ship MSC WORLD AMERICA.
- One exciting circus arts production show. Performances run in repertory, and while the venue is a seven-day operation, shows typically perform 2 x times nightly, up to twice a week.
- Immersive choreographed activations as part of the Luna Park themed parties.
These are performed late in the evening, typically between 10.30pm and 00:00pm and our circus artists will be involved in up to two specific themed nights during a one-week cruise.
- Street Theatre Pop-ups. This includes specifically choreographed circus routines to be performed on the outdoor promenade and special events.
Requirements:
Medical and Document Requirements:
All Artists must meet specific safety, medical and vaccination requirements.
It is the responsibility of all crew member to ensure they have these documents to work on a cruise ship. *
A colour copy of passport - Passport valid at least 6 months after end of contract.
STCW’s & Seaman’s Book may be required. (Basic Safety Training, Security Awareness and Crowd & Crisis Management)
Panama Seamans book
Schengen visa/ETIAS (if applicable) to come to rehearsals/ board ship in Europe.
MSC Medical Form duly fulfilled (ENG1/PEME)**
Record of vaccinations***
US Visa - C1D if required.
* Under maritime law, all compliance paperwork including Medicals, vaccines, STCW (if applicable), are at the cost of the Crew Member. Visas are reimbursed when onboard the vessel.
** MSC will provide the specific PEME forms to be completed by an approved medical practitioner. The statutory national exams of the UK (ENG1), Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Italy, Netherlands, Malta, and China are acceptable if the candidates are normal residents in these countries.
***Record Of Vaccinations:
must include the following childhood-contagious illnesses:
MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) & DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio) universal 3-in-1 vaccine (2 doses required or prove immunity)
Varicella (Chicken Pox) – universal (2 doses required or prove immunity)
Yellow Fever, vaccine or proof of immunity.
Covid Vaccine
Any required VISAS will be reimbursed by the ship owner according to their policies. Reimbursements are made once installation on the ship is complete & only apply to visas for the performing contract.
9. Language Capability: English at C1 Level.
Prepare To Present:
- Show reels and videos of required skills.
- Attend an online meeting with show director & member of casting team.
Additional Information:
Pay
Training & rehearsal contract fee: 769 EUROS
Seafarer’s employment agreement salary pay scale: 3240 - 3600 EUROS per calendar month
365 days = DAY RATE.
Travel and Accommodation
Economy flights from nearest gateway airport to our rehearsal facility.
40kg hold baggage allowance.
Transfers from airport to rehearsal facility.
Shared room with shared bathroom during rehearsals
Shared cabin onboard ship
Three meals a day provided at rehearsal facility.
Economy flight to designated home gateway airport at end of contract.
Application Deadline:
Mar. 13, 2026
Job Duration:
3 months
Contract Dates:
08/04/26 TO 31/10/26
Job Category:
Performing
Artistic Discipline:
Circus
Payment status:
Paid
Pay Scale:
From 3240 to 3600 EUR/month
Job Location:
Bahamas,
USA / FLORIDA/BAHAMAS,
MIAMI
United States, Illinois, Bolingbrook
