Singing Audition for "Matilda JR." Show

Looking for actors ages 8-16 for "Matilda JR." Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Book by Dennis Kelly – Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin / Rebellion is nigh in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson. Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence… and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace! Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination. Additional info: Please prepare a musical selection that shows off the character of your voice; please bring sheet music (pianist provided) or a backing track (no voices); you may blu-tooth to our stereo or bring a CD. Audition may also consist of readings from the script (provided at audition time). You do not need to make an audition appointment. To print and fill out the audition form ahead of time please download the attachment. IMPORTANT: If you audition for the production and are cast it is expected you will follow through and do our production; failure to do so may prevent you from being cast in a future show as you will have possibly taken a spot from someone who was not cast. If you are auditioning ONLY for specific roles you may specify that on the audition form and you will only be considered for those roles. If you do not specify you will assume you will accept ANY role offered. Note: There is a production fee associated with this production; this includes all rehearsal materials for the show, a show t-shirt, and professionally taken photos from the production. If you need financial assistance please fill out the Scholarship App Form -this should be done immediately AFTER casting as needing scholarship assistance is NOT a factor in casting. In addition, there is a “Doing Your Part” deposit that you get back once all production support items are completed. This form will be submitted electronically at the end of the production. REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: (at Majestic Studios) – STARTS 2/8/25 -MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS from 6-8 pm (small groups) -SATURDAYS from 9 am-12 pm (full cast) MANDATORY DRESS REHEARSALS: (at Derry Opera House) -SUNDAY, MARCH 23rd – TBA -MONDAY, MARCH 24th from 6-9 pm -TUESDAY, MARCH 25th from 6-9 pm -WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26th from 6-9 pm -THURSDAY, MARCH 27th from 6-9 pm MANDATORY PERFORMANCES: (at Derry Opera House) -FRIDAY, MARCH 28th at 7 pm -SATURDAY, MARCH 29th at 2pm & 7pm -SUNDAY, MARCH 30th at 2 pm -followed by a MANDATORY STRIKE for all cast members. Performance Dates: MARCH 28-30, 2025. Download the attachment for details. When applying, please email an audition video and completed audition form no later than Saturday, February 8th at 6 pm to be considered.