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Seeking Kids for "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Musical

Waynesville, NC, United States
ID: 574824Exp: 9/29/2024
Description:

Seeking kids and teen performers for "A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical Extravaganza". Please see the details below. About the project: Join this holiday season for "A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical Extravaganza" a heartwarming classic that brings the beloved Peanuts characters to life! Charlie Brown, feeling down about the commercialism of Christmas, sets out to find the true meaning of the holiday. With help from his friends Snoopy, Linus, Lucy, and the whole gang-Charlie Brown discovers that Christmas is about more than gifts and decorations. HART’s special production will also feature added holiday classic songs and nostalgic commercial breaks and skits, bringing the feel of the original holiday special to life! This charming, family-friendly show is sure to fill you with holiday cheer and remind us all what really matters during this special time of year. Additional info: What to Prepare: 1: Please bring a Christmas Carol that you would be interested in performing for the show. Please bring sheet music for the song or be ready to go with a karaoke track that directors can play over a Bluetooth speaker. 2: If you are not interested in performing a solo, please familiarize yourself with the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” so that directors can hear the quality of your voice. Directors will have sheet music available at the audition. 3: Directors will have sides available for people wishing to audition for one of the Peanuts characters. Performance Dates: Thursday, December 5th at 7:30 pm Saturday, December 7th at 2 pm Sunday, December 8th at 5 pm Friday, December 13th at 7:30 pm Saturday, December 14th at 2 pm Sunday, December 15th at 5 pm Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: November 5th – December 4th Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at 6 pm and Saturdays at 1 pm. If interested, please apply.

12 roles

Charlie BrownMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The lovable, optimistic yet often melancholy protagonist. He is kind, thoughtful, and constantly searching for the true meaning of Christmas. While he tends to overthink things, his good heart is at the core of his personality. Strong acting and vocal skills needed.

SnoopyMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Charlie Brown’s imaginative and playful pet dog. Snoopy doesn’t speak but communicates through expressive physicality and sounds, making this a highly physical role requiring excellent comedic timing and body language.

Lucy Van PeltFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Outspoken, bossy, and full of confidence, Lucy is never afraid to give her opinion. She has big dreams of being a psychiatrist but also a softer side, especially when it comes to her unrequited crush on Schroeder. Requires a bold, comedic actor with strong presence.

Linus Van PeltMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Lucy’s younger brother, wise beyond his years. Linus is philosophical, kind, and gentle, often providing the heart of the story with his iconic speech about the true meaning of Christmas. Must feel comfortable delivering monologues.

Pig-PenMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The perpetually dirty but proud kid who somehow always manages to stay surrounded by dust. Pig-Pen is unbothered by his dirt and has a unique confidence. This role requires strong comedic skills.

FriedaFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A girl who is very proud of her “naturally curly red hair.” (natural red hair not required) Frieda is vain but not malicious and loves to talk about herself. Requires someone with strong comedic timing and energy.

SchroederMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The calm, focused pianist who idolizes Beethoven. Schroeder is talented, reserved, and constantly avoiding Lucy’s romantic advances. Piano skills are a plus, but not required. Strong acting needed to convey his passion for music.

VioletFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

One of the girls in the group, Violet is confident, direct, and often a bit sarcastic. She’s less emotional than some of the other characters but still has a fun, quirky personality.

Sally BrownFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Charlie Brown’s little sister. Sally is precocious, innocent, and has a sweet, humorous outlook on life. She adores her big brother and is fixated on getting what she wants for Christmas. Requires a bubbly, energetic actor.

PattyFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A friendly and easy-going girl. Patty is part of the group and adds to the ensemble dynamic. She’s not as outspoken as Lucy or Violet but still contributes with her friendly demeanor.

ShermyMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A more reserved, quieter character who’s part of the friend group. Shermy is good-natured and always ready to join in the fun. A good ensemble role for a young actor who works well in a team.

EnsembleBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Seeking 5-10 additional actors who will perform solos and duets, dance solos or chorus dances, act in commercial breaks and comedic sketches, or be a part of the elf ensemble or Charlie Brown ensemble. Looking for people who are passionate about Christmas and making people laugh! Much like last years “My Favorite Christmas” we hope to collaborate with these actors to create special moments that are unique to our community of artists.