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Children Theatre Casting Call for "Coney Island Christmas"

York, PA, United States
ID: 575286Exp: 10/15/2024
Description:

Seeking kids ages 7 and up for "Coney Island Christmas". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Coney Island Christmas is a heartwarming holiday show for all ages and faiths. A young Jewish girl is, much to the chagrin of her immigrant parents, cast as Jesus in the school’s Christmas pageant. Now in present day LA, she reminisces with her great-granddaughter about their collective pageant woes, and, along with a bit of holiday magic, both are brought back to 1935’s Brooklyn to relive the story! Pulitzer Prize-winner Donald Margulies weaves together a festive mix of nostalgia, music and merriment into a universal tale of what it means to be an American during the holidays. Additional info: No other prep is necessary other than reading through the sides before coming into your audition. 6 PERFORMANCES: December 6, 7, 13 & 14 at 7:00 pm December 8 & 15 at 3:00 pm Note that the participation fee will be applied. Please download the attachment for details. If interested, please apply.

10 roles

Young ShirleyFemale11-12 y.o.All ethnicities

The above Shirley Abramowitz as 11 or 12 years old and living in 1935 Brooklyn, New York. She is an extrovert: self-confident, bright, and assertive, and she has a loud speaking voice.

ClaraFemale12-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Shirley’s great-granddaughter, age 12, lived in 2010 in California. A typical pre-teen. She is bright and assertive like Young Shirley, but respectful of her elders. During the play, she is suffering from a mild cold.

EvieFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s best friend. A typical young girl of 1935.

Anna LingFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.

Giuseppe SabatinoMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.

Henry BrownMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.

Jackie SauerfeldMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.

Ira PushkoFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.

LesterMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.

PedroMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Young Shirley’s classmates. They may be played by 12-year-olds or by someone older playing 12, as suggested by the playwright. A flair for improvisation is helpful but not required. They participate not only in classroom scenes but in a Thanksgiving pageant, a Christmas pageant, and a Coney Island nightmare. They should reflect the diverse ethnic composition of Brooklyn.