Expressions of Interest
INDIAN PACIFIC ENTERTAINMENT
ABOUT THE BUSINESS
Journey Beyond is a dynamic experienced-based tourism business. Our main purpose is to share the special places in which we operate and create and shape lasting memories for all our guests. Our Rail Division, previously known as Great Southern Rail (“GSR”) operates Australia’s iconic rail journeys, The Ghan, Indian Pacific, The Overland and our new addition to the fleet, The Great Southern – launching in December this year from Adelaide to Brisbane.
ABOUT THE ROLE
High-quality entertainment plays an important role in delivering on our purpose to create lasting memories for our guests. Live performances that provide a ‘sense of place’ feature in many of our destinations, from train station platforms, off-train excursions and on-board entertainment.
The Indian Pacific entertainment schedule comprises a solo artist or duo that performs on and off the train throughout its journey from Sydney to Perth and back to Sydney. Performances vary from intimate (playing guests in each carriage) to epic (singing under the stars in the outback at Rawlinna) and everything in between.
This is a contracted role via an external supplier, reporting to Journey Beyond’s Entertainment Director and General Manager of Guest Experiences (Rail Expeditions).
ABOUT YOU
You are a solo artist well-versed in cover songs ranging from the 60’s to now, with a particular emphasis on country and ‘Australiana’ music. (Or if not, you are willing to learn a variety of songs and styles to suit the requirements of each experience.)
- You enjoy connecting with your audiences and are engaging and entertaining.
- You adapt well to various environments and situations, and are prepared to meet the brief.
- You are exceptional at your craft and your performances are well-received.
- You present according to brief and are willing to cover tattoos and remove piercings for the engagement.
APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY
Please provide your resume or bio along with a video link (or links) of you performing a verse and chorus of ONE the songs listed. For the video, please dress in performance attire – for males, a collared shirt with pants and shoes or boots; females dress or skirt or top and pants. No visible tattoos or piercings, please, as much as possible. Please refer to the example provided in this video: https://youtu.be/Do4q11z4XTg
Demo Clip 1: Adelaide Terminal Dinner
Style: Soulful/jazz-esque
Please choose ONE of these three songs and perform a verse and chorus.
Songs:
- Red Red Wine
- Moondance
- What A Wonderful World
Demo Clip 2: Rawlinna Dinner
Style: Country
Please choose ONE of these three songs and perform a verse and chorus.
Songs:
- Indian Pacific
- Tenterfield Saddler
- Waltzing Matilda
Demo Clip 3: Sydney Terminal
Style: Australian Classics
Please choose ONE of these three songs and perform a verse and chorus.
Songs:
- I Still Call Australia Home
- Never Tear Us Apart
- Morning Town Ride
Email to: Adam Thompson [email protected]