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Singing Opportunities for Kids in "Elf Jr." Musical

Waxahachie, TX, United States
ID: 575196Exp: 10/20/2024
Description:

Kids ages 8 and up are invited to audition for "Elf Jr." Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make every young performer embrace his or her "inner elf" with plenty of large ensemble numbers featuring elves and (New Yorkers) of every type. Additional info: A one-minute memorized monologue and 16 bars of a music theater song are required. Rehearsal dates: M-T-TR October 22-December 12, 5:00-7:00,7:30 or 8:00. Some Saturday rehearsals may be added. There will be no rehearsals during Thanksgiving week, November 25-28. Week 1: 5:00-7:00 (Music) Week 2: 5:00-7:30 (Music & Dance) Week 3: 5:00-6:30 (Music & Dance) 6:30-8:00 (Blocking) Week 4: 5:00-7:00 (Blocking) 7:00-8:00 (Music & Dance) Week 5 & 6: 5:00-8:00 (Run Show) Week 7: 5:00-8:00 (Production week with tech at Chautauqua Auditorium PERFORMANCES: Friday & Saturday, December 20th & 21st, 7:00 p.m. at Chautauqua Auditorium (Getzendaner Park, 400 S Grand Ave, Waxahachie, TX 75165) In the event of inclement weather, parents will be notified via text or email. Note that the participation fee applies. If interested, please apply.

28 roles

Santa ClausMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Santa tries to maintain his image as “Jolly St. Nick,” a man who manages to travel the world and distribute millions of toys every Christmas. Unfortunately, he’s also upset about the Elves’ work ethic and humans’ declining Christmas spirit.

BuddyMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A human who’s been raised at the North Pole since infancy. He thinks he’s an elf like most of the residents, but soon learns he’s a human.

Walter HobbsMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Buddy’s biological father, he’s also dad to Michael and husband to Emily. He is jobobsessed to the point of ignoring his family.

Emily HobbsFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Walter’s wife and Michael’s mother; Emily tries to keep her family going through Walter’s job stresses.

Michael HobbsMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

12-year-old son of Walter and Emily, he is very smart. Michael enthusiastically welcomes Buddy to his family.

JovieFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A young woman working as a Santa’s Helper in Macy’s department store, she’s not quite elf-like, but Buddy falls in love with her anyway.

Elves #1 - #5Both genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Employees in Santa’s workshop.

CharlieMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The foreman/boss of Santa’s Toy Workshop

ShawandaFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A responsible elf who has to pick up Buddy’s slack when he can’t work fast enough.

SamMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

One of the employees in Walter Hobbs’ office.

DebFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Walter’s optimistic and efficient secretary

Policeman #1 and 2 –Male8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Friendly NYPD officers who help out a lost Buddy.

SarahFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Employee at Walter’s office.

Mr. GreenwayMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Walter’s boss who has a commanding and cranky presence.

ChadwickMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Employee at Walter’s office.

MatthewsMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Employee at Walter’s office

Charlotte DennonFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

TV reporter with a very “professional” attitude

Darlene LambertFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young lady who becomes convinced by Buddy’s insistence about Santa’s magic.

Emma Van BrocklinFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young lady who becomes convinced by Buddy’s insistence about Santa’s

Security Guard #1 and #2Male8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Tough-guy employees at Walter’s office.

SaleswomanFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A bit pushy and overly friendly Macy’s employee.

ManagerMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Macy’s employee.

Santa's HelperMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Macy’s employee who announces when each kid in line gets to visit Santa

Fake SantaMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

This is the Macy’s-employed Santa who does not quite live up to the real thing.

Elf CHORUSBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Child CHORUSBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Parent CHORUSBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

VARIOUS NEW YORKERSBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities