RWS is seeking Piano Bar Entertainers for ‘Resolutions’ in the Times Square Atrium on MSC Cruises. Competitive pay and onboard lodging provided.

Show Package: Resolutions in Times Square Atrium

Full Term of Contract: 8 months, 3 week rehearsal period in NYC

Rehearsal Location: Long Island City, Queens, NYC (RWS Studios)

Itinerary: Mediterranean and Caribbean

Onboard Salary: $1,400/week

Rehearsal: $684/week

Schedule: Three (3) 45-minute sets per night, 6 nights a week

You will be provided with a Single occupancy cabin onboard. The cast will be designated as Elevated Crew Status onboard. There will be no crew duties outside of the nightly shows, though you may perform a function in the safety drills. As Staff, cast has the ability to eat at the main and specialty restaurants (with reservation) as well as the crew mess, order room service at guest rates, and use the guest gym, pool, and spa. No shore leave will be granted in the immediate return. RWS can provide you with multiple occupancy housing during rehearsals in NYC, if needed.

PRESCREEN INFORMATION

Here are the directions for your prescreen audition:

Selection #1 Please pick one of the following songs, singing at least one verse and chorus in addition to rocking out on a solo:

· Great Balls of Fire – Jerry Lee Lewis

· Johnny B. Goode – Chuck Berry

· I Feel The Earth Move – Carole King

· Jailhouse Rock – Elvis Presley Selection

#2 Please pick one of the following songs, singing at least one verse and chorus, paying attention to specific riffs and recognizable piano parts/instrument lines:

· Twist & Shout – The Beatles/The Isley Brothers

· Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey

· Take On Me – a-ha

· Love Song – Sara Bareilles

· Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

Make sure the video frame captures piano, hands, and face for engagement. Try your best to emulate the original records as closely as possible on piano. Any key is fine, but recreate bass guitar lines in the left hand when necessary, iconic riffs throughout, and vocal style/character. Be as charismatic and expressive as possible. Piano Bar entertainer style. As if you’re engaging a crowd.

Please complete the application provided. An RWS staff member will reach out with the next steps should you be selected for an audition/interview.