"The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition" Child Audition for the Theater
Child in the 3rd-12th grades for "The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition" at the theater. Please review the details below. About the project: Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees, and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding, and hope. Additional info: Callbacks: Aug 31, 2024, 10 am-4 pm Rehearsals Begin: Sept 30 (Mon-Fri, 5:30-7:30 pm; Nov 11-26 rehearsals are 5:30-8:30 pm) School Time Performances: December 11 & 12, 2024 Public Performances: December 6-8 & 13-15, 2024 All auditionees are required to prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song. Actors should bring their own sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Singing from a music track or singing acapella is discouraged. Auditionees should choose a song that shows off vocal range, and strong acting choices and that is age-appropriate. Memorization of your song is highly encouraged. If you do not have a song, one will be provided for you at auditions. There will not be a dance call at auditions. Actors will not dance until callbacks (if called back). Bring your schedule to fill in all of your potential rehearsal conflicts on the audition form—conflicts may NOT be added after casting! Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
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G3-D#5/opt. Ab5. A sweet, innocent young lady who has a streak of boldness. She dreams of escaping to a far-off place where she does not get into so much trouble. A bit outspoken and headstrong, but dearly loves her family and friends. Strong vocalist and a good dancer.
G3-Bb4. A typical hard-working farmer's wife. Although she is consumed by her responsibilities, underneath it all she cares very much for Dorothy's feelings and well-being. Actor should show her strong side and her softer side. Aunt Em sings the reprise of "Over the Rainbow," but is mainly an acting role.
Ab3-E5. One of three farmhands who offers Dorothy advice about how to deal with Miss Gulch. The same actor that plays Hunk will also play the Scarecrow when in Oz. The Scarecrow is quite clumsy. Actor should have good body control.
Ab3-F5. Another farmhand who talks to Dorothy about her problems, advising her to just "have a little courage." His Oz alter ego, the Lion, is lacking courage. Actor should have good comedic timing.
Ab3-D#5. The third farmhand, and his Oz alter ego is the Tin Man, who lacks a heart. The Tin Man is kind, sweet and nurturing.
Non-singing role. A well-off neighbor who is cold-hearted and hates Toto for getting into her yard. In Oz, the same actress plays the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants revenge on Dorothy. Actor should have flair for the dramatic and a strong stage presence, and must also be able to produce a witch’s evil cackle.
Non-singing role. A traveling salesman whose career of the moment is fortune telling; a bit of a con man but has a good heart. His Oz counterpart is the Wizard, a con man as well — just an average guy with a fantastic facade. Actor should sound strong and commanding.
Range: G3-D5. The Good Witch of the North who guides Dorothy in her journey through Oz. Actress should have a delicate, graceful manner and a lovely voice. Glinda is a mother figure for Dorothy, as well as for the Munchkins.
Non-singing role. The owner of the farm and Aunt Em's husband. He adores Dorothy, but it is clear that Aunt Em is much more in charge of Dorothy's upbringing; will likely double as ensemble
Non-singing role. The Doorman of Emerald City; a comical character who tries to be tough but turns into a "softy"; will likely double as ensemble
Non-singing role. Acts similarly to the Doorman, changing from harshness to sympathy upon hearing Dorothy cry; will likely double as ensemble.
Non-singing role. The leader of the Winged Monkeys; will likely double as ensemble.
Non-singing role. The leader of the Wicked Witch’s guards; will likely double as ensemble.
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