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Kid Actors Needed for "James and the Giant Peach, Jr." Show

Davis, CA, United States

ID: 572091Exp: 9/16/2024

Description:

Kid actors ages 7-17 are needed for the show "James and the Giant Peach, Jr." Please review the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that results in a tremendous peach... and launches a journey of enormous proportions. Suddenly, James finds himself in the center of the gigantic peach – among human-sized insects with equally oversized personalities – but, after it falls from the tree and rolls into the ocean, the group faces hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements. Thanks to James' quick wit and creative thinking, the residents learn to live and work together as a family. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. Additional info: Callbacks: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00 pm Opens Saturday, November 16, 2024 If you are interested please apply.

39 roles

JamesMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

James is the hero of our story, on an epic quest to find a family of his own and gain confidence in himself.

LadahlordMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Ladahlord is a mysterious character who seems to have a hand in the magical things that are happening. Though he may seem a bit off, he carefully watches over James, making sure James moves towards to a better life. Ladahlord also serves as a guiding narrator throughout the story.

GrasshopperMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Grasshopper, the leader of the Insects, is ever the optimist and assumes a paternal role in James' life.

LadybugMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Ladybug immediately takes on a doting, maternal role in James' life. Should have a regal quality to her.

EarthwormMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Earthworm is a gentle spirit, although can be a bit of a coward. Luckily, Earthworm gains enough courage to save the day by baiting some gullible seagulls. Earthworm looks at James as a sibling figure. Lots of comedic acting.

SpiderMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Spider is a clever creature who becomes  a fun-loving older sibling to James. Should have a spunky personality.

CentipedeMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Centipede may be a bit of grouch, but is ever-loyal to the pack, and by the end of the story, is won over by James. James sees Centipede as that cranky uncle with a heart of gold.

Aunt SpikerMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Spiker and Sponge are the sort of aunts (or monsters) that you fear ever being stuck with. They take James into their home, but  only so that he can be their own personal servant. Spiker is the brains of the operation.

Aunt SpongeMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Spiker and Sponge are the sort of aunts (or monsters) that you fear ever being stuck with. They take James into their home, but  only so that he can be their own personal servant. Sponge is more concerned with finding something to eat.

Billy and Bobby Bobby-CopMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Billy and Bobby Bobby-Cop are a perfectly unified pair of cops working for Scotland Yard. This is fun role for two performers who work well together.

Matron NurseMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

The Matron Nurse runs the Painswick Orphanage, and you definitely get a sense she hasn't had a vacation in years.

Mr. TrotterMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Mrs. TrotterFemale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Karl KreatourMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

Doreen DrigglesMale7-17 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.