NoFit State is seeking an enthusiastic and talented male or male-presenting singer/guitarist to join our Big Top Touring company.
Our Big Top shows touring all over the UK and EU each year, performing to over 50,000 people per year. It is a full length 2-hour performance which requires our performers to have the stamina and consistent energy to sustain this up to 7 times a week.
We are looking for a strong, dynamic performer to join the new company for the 2026 tour with a view to potentially continuing for the 3-year life cycle of the show
In 2026 we are creating and touring a brand-new production, and this role will be coming in right from the start and working with the rest of the band and the musical director to create the music for this show.
Our ideal candidate will possess:
- Exceptional vocal and guitar skills, additional instruments are also a plus
- Strong stage presence and confidence on stage
- A willingness to improvise and develop skills in a new performance vocabulary.
- The ability to sing fluently in English, other languages are also a plus
- Someone able and willing to muck in and take an equal role in all jobs related to touring and all the challenges that come with that. It’s hard work, but it’s brilliant work.
Preferably (but not essential) you would be Welsh or UK-based and we are particular keen to receive applications form people form ethnically diverse backgrounds.
If this sounds like you, please send us:
- No more than 5 minutes total of video examples of how you meet our criteria.
- A short self-filmed video clip introducing yourself to us and telling us why you are this person, and why you think you are the best fit.
Please also send a
- CV including referees, and a
- Short covering letter.
If you need to/prefer to submit your application in a different format/way, please let us know.
If you're sending a selection of links and clips, make it easy for us to identify you and quickly see your potential. We will not have the time or patience to trawl through your entire Instagram.
Please send these to [email protected] by Sunday 11 January 2026.
We will be holding an in-person auditions in Cardiff during the week commencing 12 January 2026.
Key info
Closing date for applications: Sunday 11 January 2026
In person exploration dates: Week commencing 12 January 2026
Location: Touring UK and Europe
Tour Dates: 23 February 2026 to 30 September 2026
Closing date for applications: Sunday 11 January 2026
In person exploration dates: Week commencing 12 January 2026
Location: Touring UK and Europe
Tour Dates: 23 February 2026 to 30 September 2026