Barber of Seville Supernumerary/Flamenco Dancer Auditions
Opera Omaha will be presenting The Barber of Seville at the Orpheum Theater on October 24 and 26, 2025. This production, directed by UK-based Stephen Lawless, was first premiered at Opera San Jose in 2023. Composed by Gioachino Rossini, The Barber of Seville is one of the world’s most performed operas, celebrated for its catchy arias, dynamic ensembles, and comedic elements.
The opera follows the charming and witty barber Figaro, who assists Count Almaviva in winning the affections of Rosina, a beautiful young woman guarded by her guardian, Doctor Bartolo. Supernumeraries/Flamenco dancers play a comedic role as Figaro’s sidekicks, bringing heightened energy and celebration to key moments throughout the opera.
Opera Omaha is thrilled to collaborate with Patricia Velazquez-Dunn, the founder of Flamenco Omaha, who will be both choreographing and performing as one of the Flamenco dancers. Supernumeraries/Flamenco Dancers will also share the stage with renowned vocal artists, including Argentine mezzo-soprano Daniela Mack; Chinese tenor Minghao Liu; and American baritone, Alexander Birch Elliott. They will also work closely with director Stephen Lawless.
Press Reviews from the 2023 Production Premiere
• San Francisco Chronicle Review
• Operaville Blog Review
• Opera Tattler Review
Audition Information
Opera Omaha will be holding auditions for Supernumerary/Flamenco dancer roles for The Barber of Seville. The audition will take place at
Opera Omaha, located at 1850 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68102 on May 7, 2025, 7pm-8.30pm.
Patricia Velazquez-Dunn will lead the audition, demonstrating dance movements for participants to repeat.
Who Are We Looking For?
This painting is the inspiration for the Supers/Flamenco dancers look Director Stephen Lawless is requesting.
• 3 female-presenting performers
• No prior stage or dance experience is required (though it is appreciated)
• Must be able to portray a middle-aged or older demeanor
• Must be able to comfortably fit into one of the available costumes:
Fee
Each supernumerary/Flamenco dancer will receive a fee of $500, which is inclusive of rehearsals, costume fittings, and performances.
Super/Flamenco Dancer Schedule:
Please apply here by April 29, 2025
The interest form will ask for some basic measurements. Shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation to audition by May 1, 2025.
Please contact Artistic Operations Manager, Kai Song Chan, at kschan@operaomaha.org if you have any questions.