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Kid Audition For Singing in "A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical"

Waynesville, NC, United States
ID: 576036Exp: 10/21/2024
Description:

Kids singing auditions for "A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical." Please find the details below. About the project: 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. 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: Performance Dates: Thursday, December 5th at 7:30pm Saturday, December 7th at 2pm Sunday, December 8th at 5pm Friday, December 13th at 7:30pm Saturday, December 14th at 2pm Sunday, December 15th at 5pm Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: November 5th – December 4th Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at 6 pm and Saturdays at 1 pm *These rehearsals will not conflict with Finding Nemo Jr and the directors will not rehearse on November 27th, 28th, and 19th for Thanksgiving 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 (Kelly Jackson will be our accompanist for auditions) or be ready to go with a karaoke track that the directors can play over a Bluetooth speaker. 2: If you are not interested in performing a solo, please familiarize yourself with the song “The Directors Wish you a Merry Christmas” so that we can hear the quality of your voice. The directors will have sheet music available at the audition. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.

12 roles

Charlie BrownMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Playing an 8-year-old. 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

Playing a dog. 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

Playing an 8 year old. 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

Playing a 5-year-old. 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

Playing an 8-year-old. 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

Playing an 8-year-old. 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

Playing an 8-year-old. 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

Playing an 8-year-old. 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

Playing a 5-year-old. 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

Playing an 8-year-old. 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

Playing an 8-year-old. 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.

5-10 Ensemble MembersMale5-18 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 our elf ensemble or Charlie Brown ensemble. Looking for people who are passionate about Christmas and making people laugh! Much like last year's “My Favorite Christmas” hope to collaborate with these actors to create special moments that are unique to our community of artists.