You Can Join This BAM Performance By Sitting On 'The Beach'

BROOKLYN, NY — Calling all beach bums.

The Brooklyn Academy of Music is searching for members of the public who can join a performance this fall simply by participating in a favorite summer pastime — heading to the beach.

The "beachgoer" performers will make up the background for an opera known as "Sun & Sea" that will use 25 tons of sand to transform BAM's Fisher space into a beach.

The show, making its U.S. debut, will use the beach as a backdrop for a story about climate change and the relationship between people and the planet.

Community members interested in scoring one of the 25 coveted beachgoer roles should be at least 12 years old, fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and available for one dress rehearsal and all performances, which will run from Sept. 14 to 19 and 22 through 26.

All genders, abilities, body types, racial and ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Organizers are also looking for at least one dog to join the cast, according to a release.

Each beachgoer will be asked to behave as if they were at the beach in their swimsuit or beachwear while 13 vocalists intermingle through the crowd.

Anyone interested in joining the cast of beachgoers, please complete and submit this form no later than Tuesday, August 31.