About Winged Wheel Entertainment
Who We Are:
Winged Wheel Entertainment is the official in-game entertainment unit of the Detroit Red Wings, uniting fan engagement teams that bring the LCA atmosphere to life.
Mission:
Our mission is to energize fans, create unforgettable game-day experiences, and represent the heart of Hockeytown.
Team Profiles
 Who: High-energy brand ambassadors and hype crew of the Red Wings. What: Engage fans through giveaways, seat upgrades, and in-game promotions. When: Active during every home game and special events at LCA. Where: Throughout the arena — concourse, stands, ice, and premium zones. Why: To elevate fan engagement and create memorable in-arena moments. |
 Who: Skilled skaters supporting ice maintenance and fan-facing engagement. What: Clear snow during timeouts and participate in on-ice contests. When: During every home game and select community appearances. Where: Primarily on-ice but visible throughout arena entrances. Why: To ensure the best on-ice performance and interactive fan moments. |
 Who: Detroit’s pulse-pounding in-game drumline performers. What: Deliver dynamic rhythms to fuel crowd energy during games. When: Pre-game, intermissions, timeouts, and special moments. Where: Roaming the arena and featured in spotlight performances. Why: To keep energy high and support Detroit’s electric spirit.. |
Want to be part of the action?
We’re looking for outgoing, passionate team members to join our entertainment crew for the next season.
2026-27 Audition Information
Red Patrol Audition Details
In Person Auditions: Monday, June 29th - Downtown Detroit
Time - Mid Afternoon to Early Evening
Applications will be accepted until June 16th by 8pm.
Auditions will be invite-only and are mandatory to be considered. Timing & Specific details will be provided in audition invite.
Video Submission Details
QUICK INTRO ~ 15 SECONDS
- DESCRIPTION: Introduce yourself as if you are speaking to the fans of Hockeytown.
- PROMPT: Tell us your name, where you’re from, and why you want to be a part of Red Patrol.
FAN ENAGEMENT MOMENT ~ 30 SECONDS
- DESCRIPTION: Imagine yourself on the concourse with your fellow RP members. You have 30-seconds to get fans excited and involved into the game
- PROMPT: Show us how you would welcome them, build energy, and make the moment feel fun.
IN-GAME PROMOTIONAL READ ~ 25 SECONDS
- DESCRIPTION: You are the In-Arena Host, acitvating a promotion during a media timeout. Create the activation and clearly explain the rules to the fan(s) in a fun, upbeat, and efficient way.
- PROMPT (Pick 1) (1) One Contestant - Playing for all fans in the arena to win a prize
(2) Three contestants - Playing against each other at the stage
(3) No Contestants - Activation that needs hype & energy and prizes for the loudest fans
BRIGHT LIGHTS / BIG CITY ~ 20 SECONDS
- DESCRIPTION: Little Caesars Arena holds roughly 20,000 fans and is commonly sold out. This role has you on camera and fan facing all game long.
- PROMPT: Tell us about a time when you had to perform, speak, lead, compete, or stay composed under pressure. What did you do, how did you handle it?
PERSONALITY WILD CARD ~ 20 SECONDS
- DESCRIPTION: Show us something that gives us a feel for your personality.
- PROMPT: This could be a fun fact, hidden talent, a quick impression, your favorite Red Wings memory, or what makes you someone fans would enjoy interacting with.
CLOSING LINE ~ 10 SECONDS
- DESCRIPTION: Close your submission in style!
- PROMPT: Sign off by prompting the crowd at a Red Wings game to get loud for a (1) Powerplay, (2) Noise for Opening Puck Drop, or (3) Wild Card (Moment of your choosing)
PLEASE PROVIDE URL TO UNLISTED VIMEO/YOUTUBE AUDITION VIDEO
Ice Crew Audition Details
In-Person Auditions: Monday June 29th & Tuesday, June 30th – Downtown Detroit
Time - TBD
Applications will be accepted until June 16th by 8pm
Auditions will be invite-only and are mandatory to be considered. Timing & Specific details to be provided in audition invite.
Video Submission Details
Upload a video of you skating in the past year (30-seconds max)
PLEASE PROVIDE URL TO UNLISTED VIMEO/YOUTUBE AUDITION VIDEO
Drumline Audition Details
In-Person Auditions: Tuesday, June 30th – Downtown Detroit
Time - Early Afternoon to Mid Evening
Applications will be accepted until June 16th by 8pm
Auditions will be invite-only and are mandatory to be considered. Timing & Specific details to be provided in audition invite.
Video Submission Details
- “"Diddle Exercise" - 2 reps (1st at 130, 2nd at 144) \Cymbals excluded "TA 22" -2 reps (1st at 120, 2nd at 136)
- DEKE (sheet music can be found here) “If you need the link for this it is on the website already in the drop down under Audition Details”
- Applicant's Choice - Perform a selection of your choosing that you feel best represents your abilities and what you can bring to the Red Wings Drumline
- Your video should be framed to include your entire drum/cymbals, upper body and face.
- Final video should be uploaded to Vimeo or YouTube, with a working unlisted URL to be included in the application.