Child Auditions for Musical Production "Matilda"
Auditions for child actors in the musical production "Matilda". See the details below. Additional info: April 13 12 p.m. — callbacks announced, if needed 6:30 p.m. — callbacks for all ages Performances are June 27, 28 and 29, 2025. Auditions will consist of some singing, reading from the script, and a little bit of dancing! Please bring your schedule with your availability for April, May and June. Practices will start after Easter and follow through the performances on June 27, 28 and 29. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
27 roles
Lead. An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched and is a fantastic storyteller. Matilda must be small, mature, and ready to handle carrying the entire show. Strong singer, dancer and actor.
Lead. The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda's school who despises children. Once a famous athlete, she is described as a "gigantic Holy terror", a "fierce tyrannical monster" who "marches like a storm trooper with long arms swinging" with an "aura of menace". Must be a strong actor with an imposing presence.
Supporting. Matilda's kindhearted teacher. She befriends Matilda. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull. A mild, quiet person who never raises her voice and seldom seems to smile - yet possesses the rare gift of being adored by every small child under her care. She should have a curious warmth that is almost tangible.
Supporting. Matilda's uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman. "A mean crooked crook." Strong comedic acting needed.
Supporting. Matilda's self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer who is obsessed with her amateur Ballroom dancing partner and her looks. She has an over-the-top personality who resents Matilda and often berates her. Strong comedic actor, singer & dancer needed.
Featured. Matilda's older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents. Comedic Actor. Needs good deadpan comedy and the ability to find a character during a lot of stage time with few words.
Featured. The kind Librarian who takes a liking to Matilda.
Ensemble. A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Strong singer and dancer. Appears in several numbers
Ensemble. A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Strong singer, tumbling and dancer.
Ensemble. Mrs. Wormwood's ballroom dance partner. Strong singer & dancer.
Ensemble. Mrs. Wormwood's Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. An optimistic and naïve persona.
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