Casting Call for Kids for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"
Kids ages 6-14 years old are invited to audition for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Show. Please see the details below. About the project: This hilarious and heartwarming holiday classic follows the Herdman possibly the worst children in the world they take over the church's Christmas pageant. What follows is a chaotic but meaningful retelling of the Nativity story, full of humor and unexpected lessons. Additional info: No previous acting experience is required-just bring your enthusiasm! What to Prepare: - Cold readings from the script will be provided. - No need to prepare a monologue. - Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to read scenes with other actors. Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will begin on Monday, November 4th, and will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. No rehearsal on November 5th (Election Day) or Thanksgiving week. Tech rehearsals will start on December 7th. Performance Dates: December 12th - December 15th, 2024 If interested, please apply.
14 roles
Role: Narrator and lead of the show. Notes: Needs strong voice, stage presence, and emotional range. Size: Lead role.
Role: Typical little brother; son to Grace and Bob. Size: Medium role.
Role: Oldest of the Herdman siblings, slouchy with a cool demeanor. Notes: Auditioning actors should show their “Best Bad Kid” routine. Size: Medium role.
Role: Oldest girl and leader of the Herdmans. Loud, bossy, and crafty, but shows emotional range. Notes: Strong young actress required. Size: Medium role.
Role: Tough and self-assured member of the Herdman clan. Notes: Show your “Best Bad Kid” routine. Size: Medium role.
Role: Younger and combative, often paired with Ollie. Notes: Show your “Best Bad Kid” routine. Size: Small role.
Role: Youngest Herdman boy, always causing trouble, often with Claude. Notes: Show your “Best Bad Kid” routine. Size: Medium role.
Role: Smallest and feistiest of the Herdman clan, providing comic relief. Notes: Show your “Best Bad Kid” routine. Size: Medium but fun role.
Role: Prim, proper, and a bit of a pain; Beth’s Sunday School classmate. Notes: Show your prissy side. Size: Medium role.
Role: Another classmate of Beth’s, and the narrator within the pageant. Notes: Clear, loud speaking voice required. Size: Medium role.
Role: Nerdy but sweet, friends with Charlie, not a fan of the Herdmans or church. Size: Small role.
Various small roles with 1-8 lines each
Various small roles with 1-8 lines each