What is it?
The pure and simple idea is: we announce a show and the curtain goes up 24 hours later.
Audition the show without anyone knowing what it is
Cast the show without anyone knowing their roles
10 days out, announce a shortlist of 10 show titles, then…
Each day cross a show off the shortlist, until…
We announce the show, release the casting and go straight into rehearsal for the next 24 hours straight
Curtain up and away we go!
The rehearsals are an adrenaline-fueled mad-dash to the curtain. The performance is a unique experience; unpredictable and exhilarating for both the company and the audience.
When is the next Project?
The Project is currently on hiatus while we set up the 24HMP Foundation Ltd, the not-for-profit company that will produce the Project in future years.
It is normally produced annually in April, during the Queensland School Holidays; however, the regular timeslot for future projects is still under review.
SEEKING A VENUE PARTNER
The biggest hurdle the Project faces is confirming a venue that meets our unique needs.
We are currently seeking a venue partner to work with us in a hire or coproduction arrangement for the 2024, 2025 and 2026 Projects, in Brisbane or surrounding areas.
Please contact hello@24hmp.com for more information or to provide any suggestions or contacts for suitable venues. We would love to hear from you!
Why do we do it?
The 24 Hour Musical Project is a community fundraising venture.
The Project aims to connect people from different companies with different skills and experiences, and help to build our community by working on an ambitious and creative challenge together.
The short time-span is the big advantage of the Project. Not only does it provide a unique challenge for the participants, but it means that people can do a show together without having to block out months of rehearsal time, and can even squeeze it in between or during other commitments. It provides an opportunity for creative people to network, exchange ideas and work positively together.
Our community building goals extend to our audience too, with only one performance (and one not to be missed!) the theatre fills with familiar faces and potential new friends from throughout the local theatre community.
Profits from the Project are donated to local charities. Previous charity partners have included The Actors' and Entertainers' Benevolent Fund of Qld, Starlight Children’s Foundation, YES Arusha, Music for Refugees, CanTeen, The Orangutan Project and The Salvation Army.