Blue Man Group Holds Auditions in Vegas, 7/19

Blue Man Group, the international entertainment phenomenon, is holding an open call for talented performers to portray Blue Men in its existing and upcoming productions and multimedia projects. Open call auditions will be held in Las Vegas on Monday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Blue Man Group Theater inside The Venetian Las Vegas, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South.

The open call is part of a national search to find performers who possess the rare combination of talents that qualifies them to portray Blue Men. With ongoing productions in Chicago, New York, Boston, Las Vegas, Orlando, Berlin and Tokyo, Blue Man Group offers talented men and women the opportunity to join their established but continuously evolving organization.

Both male and female performers are encouraged to audition for Blue Man Group. Some of the basic criteria for Blue Man auditioners include:

· Height between 5'10" and 6'1" tall (athletic build)

· Solid drumming skills

· Excellent acting skills

· Willingness to relocate

The Blue Man cast includes individuals with a diverse mix of disciplines: classically-trained actors, rock musicians, performance artists, musical comedy performers, dancers, and even stagehands.

Blue Man Group founder Chris Wink says, "Blue Man Group is continuing to expand with new projects, including the launch of our production onboard Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, Norwegian Epic, and the launch of our upcoming national tour. The Las Vegas production has become one of the most Popular Productions on the Las Vegas Strip and we are proud to be a strong force in Las Vegas entertainment."

"Blue Man Group performers have come to us from a wide variety of backgrounds. The Common thread is an open, curious state of being, child-like quality and a drive to explore the world of this enigmatic character," adds Tim Aumiller, director of performer training and development.

For more information about Blue Man Group's ongoing national and international casting efforts, including how to audition for the Blue Man Group band, visit www.bluemancasting.com.

Wildly popular around the world, Blue Man Group defies simple description. A musical feast? Yes. A rollercoaster of comedy? Absolutely. A stunning mix of technology and raw imagination? You bet. It's all that and so much more. This explosion of color, humor, music, and technology comes to life every night in the custom-built Blue Man Group theatre at The Venetian® in Las Vegas. The show's contagious energy engages the audience, thrilling adults and kids alike. It's intense, exciting, interactive and above all - a must-see.

Ticket prices start at $59 plus tax and service fees. Call 702.414.9001 or 1.800.blueman for ticket and show information. Special military and children's pricing available. Ask about Blue Man Group's dinner and VIP packages. Visit www.blueman.com/vegas for more information.