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Kid Audition For Singing in "The Wizard of Oz"

Grand Forks, ND, United States
ID: 575028Exp: 10/12/2024
online audition
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Seeking budding actors in grades 2nd-12th to join for the musical The Wizard of Oz (Youth Edition). Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Actors Do Not Need to Prepare a Song for Auditions! The directors will learn and sing a song from the show, learn a dance combination, and read from the script. Actors may prepare by familiarizing themselves with the plot and characters of The Wizard of Oz. Performances for The Wizard of Oz will run December 5th-8th and December 12th-15th. If Actors cannot attend Auditions, they may submit a video to the form below singing 1 minute of a song and performing a 30-second monologue/story! If you are interested please apply.

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42 roles

DOROTHY GALEFemale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A sweet, innocent young lady who has a streak of boldness. She lives on a farm with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry but dreams of escaping to a far-off place where she does not get into so much trouble. She and her dog, Toto, are inseparable. She is a bit outspoken and headstrong, but dearly loves her family and friends. Dorothy needs to be a strong vocalist and a good dancer. Seek a young actress who is eager to embrace the challenge of playing such an iconic role. (Range: G3-D#5/opt. Ab5)

AUNT EMFemale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Aunt Em must be able to show both her strong side and her softer side. Aunt Em sings the reprise of "Over the Rainbow," but this is mainly an acting role. Look for an actress who can be firm and no-nonsense but is also warm and caring. (Range: G3-Bb4)

UNCLE HENRYMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Uncle Henry is a speaking role with only a few lines, so this would be a good part for an up-and-coming actor who may not be ready for a larger role.

HUNK (SCARECROW)Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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, and the audience should be able to make the connection between the two through body language and speech. Both characters talk about being smart and having a brain. The Scarecrow is also quite clumsy, so this actor will need to have good body control. He does not need to have a strong voice as long as he has good pitch and musical rhythm.

ZEKE (LION)Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Although he will act tough from time to time, his true fearful self comes out in any scary situation. The actor who plays the lion must have good comedic timing and really enjoy being onstage. This role can successfully be played by either a boy or a girl. (Range: Ab3-F5)

HICKORY (TIN MAN)Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The third farmhand, and his Oz alter ego is the Tin Man, who lacks a heart. The Tin Man is kind, sweet and nurturing. Seek a young performer who is full of heart, has good control of his body and possesses a pleasant singing voice. (Range: Ab3-D#5)

MISS GULCH (WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST)Female7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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. This is a non-singing role, so look for an actress with a flair for the dramatic and a strong stage presence. As the witch's laugh is a classic element, be sure to cast someone who can handle the cackle with ease.

TOTOMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Dorothy's beloved dog. When the action takes place in Kansas, Toto can be played by a puppet that is manipulated by an actor. In Oz, Toto should transform into ann actor in a dog costume. This person should be energetic with exuberant body language. It is a limited singing role, but this actor must be able to bark with expression. (Range: Ab3-D5)

PROFESSOR MARVEL (WIZARD, OZ'S VOICE)*Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A traveling salesman whose career of the moment is fortune telling. The audience should get the idea that he is a bit of a con man; however, he has a good heart. Similarly, his Oz counterpart, the Wizard, is a con man as well — just an average guy with a fantastic facade. When he is playing the mysterious Oz's Voice, he should sound strong and commanding. This is a speaking-only role, so look for an actor who can convincingly deliver the two different sides to this character.

DOORMAN*Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The Doorman of Emerald City is a comical character who tries to be tough but turns into a "softy."

GUARD*Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Acts similarly to the Doorman, changing from harshness to sympathy upon hearing Dorothy cry.

GLINDAFemale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The Good Witch of the North who guides Dorothy in her journey through Oz. She should have a delicate, graceful manner and a lovely voice. Glinda is a mother figure for Dorothy, as well as for the Munchkins. (Range: G3-D5)

MUNCHKINSMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The little people who live in Munchkindland, the place in Oz where Dorothy's house has landed. The Munchkins have a child-like innocence, and they are full of joy and enthusiasm as they celebrate their newfound freedom. This is a perfect place to cast both beginning and younger actors. (Range: Bb3-F5)

JITTERBUGSBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A small group of dancers who have been sent by the Wicked Witch to out-dance Dorothy. This is a great place to feature accomplished dancers. (Range: C#4-Eb5, w/ optional A3)

WINGED MONKEYSBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The Wicked Witch's animal army. These are excellent roles for new actors as there are no lines or singing involved. Actors only need to master the posture of a monkey and have a great time doing it. This is a great place to cast the youngest cast members; first, second or even third graders will have a great time as the Monkeys.

NIKKOMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The leader of the Winged Monkeys who has a small speaking part. If casting very young performers as Winged Monkeys, cast a Nikko who is older and is comfortable leading and guiding the other performers.

WINKIE GUARDSBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A group of the Wicked Witch's guards. Their only real requirements are to sing a bit and move in military formation. It is acceptable to cast both girls and boys as Winkies. (Range: B3-G4, w/ optional upper split up to G5)

LEADER OF THE WINKIESBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The leader of the Wicked Witch's guards. This role has no solo singing.

THE OZIANSBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The people who live in Emerald City. Like the Munchkins, the Ozians have a few nice features. (Range: Bb3-Eb5)

Lady in Rocking ChairFemale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Rowboat Man #1Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Rowboat Man #2Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CowMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Munchkin #1Both genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Munchkin #2Both genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Mayor of Munchkin CityMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Range: Bb3-F5)

BarristerBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Range: C4-D5)

City Father #1Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

City Father #2Male7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CoronerMale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Range: Bb3-D5)

Three TotsBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Range: B3-E5)

Three Tough KidsBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Range: C4-D5)

CrowsBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Apple Tree #1Both genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Apple Tree #2Both genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Apple Tree #3Both genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Optimistic VoicesBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Range: 3-part harmonies from D4-G5)

CatBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Oz WomanFemale7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

MunchkinsBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

OziansBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities

WinkiesBoth genders7-18 y.o.All ethnicities