Young Talent Wanted for "The Wizard of Oz" Show
Seeking kids in 3K-8th grade for "The Wizard of Oz" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Follow the yellow brick road L. Frank Baum’s classic novel comes to life in The Wizard of Oz. This faithful adaptation by the Royal Shakespeare Company features all the most beloved songs and moments from the 1939 classic film, brought to life onstage. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. To find her way home, she must journey along the Yellow Brick Road to see the mysterious and all-powerful Wizard in Emerald City. Along the way, she makes new friends, but must also brave many dangers, including the Wicked Witch of the West, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers. To make it home safely, Dorothy must learn an important lesson: there’s no place like home. Additional info: Choose a song of approximately 30 seconds (16 measures) that best showcases your voice! Try not to choose a song from the show. You are welcome to sing A Cappella, bring accompaniment, or bring sheet music and an accompanist will be provided. Present any monologue of your choice that is approximately 30 seconds. Use this to showcase your acting prowess! Dress for success! Put your best foot forward when you come to auditions. Remember! The panel is not judging or finding what you do wrong, but instead looking for what role is a good fit for you in this production. Arrive 10 minutes early for your scheduled audition time. You will turn in or write a short bio and we will get some measurements for costumes. Performances: March 7th & 8th, 2025. Please download the attachment for details. If interested, please apply.
29 roles
(Mezzo/Mix) Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well.
Farm hand on Auntie Em’s farm, possibly doubles as Scarecrow
(Baritone) Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus. Strong baritone to F.
Farm hand on Auntie Em’s farm, possibly doubles as Tin Man
(Baritone/Tenor) Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Strong baritone / tenor to G.
Farm hand on Auntie Em’s farm, possibly doubles as Lion
(Baritone) A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. Vocal range: Strong baritone to F.
Mean spirited older looking neighbor that is out to get Dorothy and Toto. Possibly doubles as Wicked witch
Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. Sings comically but doesn’t have to sound good.
Older looking man; nice, but not so honest. Possibly doubles as Wizard
Older figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Non-Singing
(Soprano) Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer.
Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Non-singing.
Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Non-singing.
Strong comic actor, big presence.
The little people of Munchkinland. Long oppressed, and happy to be freed, the Munchkins will (mostly) be played by the youngest actors. Group singing and coordinated movement are required. Dance experience is a plus, but not a necessity.
The chief flying monkey, leader of the pack
Featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available.
Perfect for our more rambunctious thespians. The minions of the Wicked Witch
The older chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available
We meet them along the road, and these bugs are big dancers! A fun song for those who want to move their feet
Not so nice friends we meet along the Yellow Brick Road
Not so nice friends we meet along the Yellow Brick Road that pick on our travelers
Our smallest thespians that help put Dorothy and her friends to sleep
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