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Child Auditions for Musical Production "A Cinderella Tale"

Easley, SC, United States
ID: 582784Exp: 3/14/2025
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Child auditions for the musical production "A Cinderella Tale". See details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Prepare anything you will need to bring to the audition such as your photograph and commitment fee. Memorize the lines for the character you want to audition for. You will need to recite from memory during your audition. Arrive early to the audition with everything you need. This is an important step because we will be discussing information regarding the semester that you will need to know and don’t want to miss. This should only take a couple minutes. Be prepared to be asked to read for other characters from other scenes. Your role will be decided no later than one week from the first audition date! If you are interested please apply.

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38 roles

Sara CreweFemale9-13 y.o.All ethnicities

The protagonist of the story, Sara is a young girl with a vivid imagination and a generous heart. Born in India into wealth, she is raised to be a kind and thoughtful individual, always thinking of others and never letting her privileged position dene her. When life takes a sudden and harsh turn aer the death of her father, Sara remains kind and hopeful, treating even those who mistreat her with grace.

Rav-ilaFemale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

125 Lines Rav-ila is a "Cinderella" gure imagined by Sara Crewe and the protagonist of her side of the story, whose journey parallels Sara’s. Like Sara, she endures adversity at the hands of her step-family but remains resilient through her strength, compassion, and unwavering faith in God. As the daughter of the late Zamindar, Rav-ila is deeply shaped by her father’s wisdom and teachings, which instill in her a sense of kindness and obedience, even in the face of cruelty from her family.

Miss MinchinFemale15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

116 Lines The stern, self-righteous headmistress at Sara’s school who governs her pupils with an iron st. Known for her rigid principles and unyielding authority, she demands the utmost respect from her students while oering little in return. Driven by vanity, pride, and a desire for control, Miss Minchin harbors deep resentment for those she deems inferior, and she takes pleasure in exploiting Sara’s untimely misfortune.

Sautelee MaaFemale15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Rav-ila’s Stepmother) - 108 Lines A manipulative and cold woman who sees Rav-ila as an obstacle to her own daughters’ advancement. Her primary concern is her own comfort and social standing, oen at the expense of Rav-ila’s well-being. She resents Rav-ila’s inherited wealth and uses her obedience against her. Controlling and cunning, she dismisses the household servants to isolate Rav-ila and force her into servitude

Prince BalrajMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

100 Lines A noble and idealistic prince who longs to nd a woman of true character rather than one who seeks wealth and power. Disguising himself as a commoner, he travels the land to observe people as they truly are. He values humility, kindness, and inner strength. His experiences shape him into a wise and compassionate leader.

Mr. Tom Carrisford (Gentleman)Male14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

50 Lines A wealthy but guilt-ridden businessman who was Captain Crewe’s friend and business partner. He mistakenly believes he failed Crewe and spends years searching for Sara without realizing she is right under his nose. His eventual discovery of her leads to her restoration.

VedaMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

48 Lines One of Rav-ila’s older stepsisters, Veda is vain, self-absorbed, and dismissive of Rav-ila. She enjoys aunting her beauty and status, believing herself to be superior. Cruel and condescending, she frequently mocks and belittles Rav-ila, taking pleasure in her suering. She is deeply insecure and uses her “beauty” and wealth to assert power over others, even though she is extremely prone to over-dressing.

BeckyFemale10-15 y.o.All ethnicities

42 Lines A servant girl (with a heavy cockney accent) and Sara’s closest friend. As one of the lower-class servants at the school, Becky is hardworking, loyal, and deeply appreciative of kindness. She represents the struggle of the lower class and the importance of compassion across social divides. She is oen treated poorly by Miss Minchin and the other sta. Becky stands by Sara during her most dicult moments with a heart full of compassion.

ShivaliFemale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

40 Lines One of Rav-ila’s older stepsisters, and equally as spoiled as Veda, Shivali is competitive with her sister, particularly over material possessions and potential suitors. She shares in the family's harsh treatment of Rav-ila and does not shy away from arguing and sometimes even physically ghting with Veda, constantly desperate to be “the best”. Oen over-dressing, she desires to prove to her mother that she is worthy of her approval, even though her immaturity screams otherwise.

Miss AmeliaFemale15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

30 Lines Miss Minchin’s timid and kind-hearted younger sister. Unlike her stern and calculating sister, Miss Amelia has a so spot for the students and oen feelsguilty about how they are treated, oen lacking the courage to speak her mind to her sister. Though she may not have the same strictness or authority as her superior, Miss Amelia tries her best to be a friend and condante to the girls, especially Sara and Becky.

Maharaja (Balraj’s Father)Male15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

30 Lines A wise and experienced ruler who teaches Balraj the value of humility and service. He encourages his son to seek a woman of virtue rather than wealth. His guidance helps shape Balraj’s views on leadership and love.

Mr. CarmichaelMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

28 Lines A lawyer and friend of Mr. Carrisford who assists in the search for Sara. He is kind-hearted and instrumental in ensuring Sara is recognized and taken in by Carrisford.

Pita (Rav-ila’s Father)Male16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

23 Lines Pita is Rav-ila’s father and serves as a counterpart to Sara’s father. Though not wealthy, Pita is a hardworking man dedicated to providing for his family. His values of loyalty, respect, and justice shape Rav-ila’s worldview. Believing that providing a mother gure is the next step in preparing his daughter for adulthood, he marries a woman who brings along her own daughters. However, Pita’s untimely death leaves Rav-ila to face the challenges brought by her new stepfamily.

Ermengarde St. JohnMale7-12 y.o.All ethnicities

23 Lines A kind but insecure girl, Ermengarde struggles with academics and is oen ridiculed for her lack of intelligence. Though she lacks condence, she is loyal and supportive, proving to be a true friend when Sara faces hardships. She is easily inuenced but ultimately shows compassion, and has a deep admiration for Sara's strength, intelligence, and kindness. She is supportive, encouraging, and willing to risk her own comfort to help her friend.

LottieMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

23 Lines A spoiled and temperamental young girl who has trouble controlling her emotions. She throws frequent tantrums, especially when things don’t go her way. However, she is deeply aectionate and looks up to Sara as a mother gure. Through Sara’s guidance, she begins to learn patience, kindness, and self-control. Despite her emotional instability and her tendency to be a little whiny and dramatic, Lottie is endearing and capable of showing great aection and loyalty, particularly to Sara.

Ram DassMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

20 Lines The kind and observant Indian servant of Mr. Carrisford. He notices Sara’s hardships and plays a key role in her eventual rescue. His quiet generosity contrasts sharply with the cruelty of Miss Minchin and her school.

BakerBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

18 Lines A kind-hearted baker who roams the town with a cart full of fresh bread. Aer witnessing Sara’s selfless act of spending her own money to feed a hungry beggar child, they are moved with compassion. In time, they take the child in, offering them a place in the bakery in exchange for helping with the baking.

Captain Ralph CreweMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

17 Lines Sara’s devoted and loving widower father, a man of great character and dignity, with a noble sense of duty and responsibility. He adores Sara, and spares no expense to give her everything she needs and wants. As a military officer stationed in India, Captain Crewe is an honorable man who places immense value on his family and their well-being. Captain Crewe is humble and kind, never letting his status overshadow his love for his daughter.

LaviniaFemale13-17 y.o.All ethnicities

17 Lines The leader of the older girls at Miss Minchin’s school, Lavinia is arrogant, jealous, and spiteful, serving as one of Sara's primary antagonists among theother girls. She resents Sara’s wealth, intelligence, and grace, constantly trying to belittle and embarrass her, especially when Sara loses her fortune. Coming from a wealthy family, Lavinia is used to being treated with privilege and attention, and she holds herself in high regard as a result.

Beggar ChildBoth genders6-13 y.o.All ethnicities

12 Lines A starving, destitute child Sara encounters on the street—someone she chooses to help despite her own hardships. In time, the beggar child is taken in by the baker and soon proves to be a valuable help in the kitchen.

JessieFemale13-17 y.o.All ethnicities

10 Lines Lavinia’s close friend and follower. While not as cruel as Lavinia, Jessie enjoys gossip and goes along with Lavinia’s schemes to mock Sara. She is easily swayed by social standing and does not think for herself. She is a bit more timid and less assertive, sometimes appearing to agree with the popular opinion to avoid conict.

MessengerBoth genders11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A servant to the Maharaja and a messenger of important news to Rav-ila.

Mr. BarrowMale15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

9 Lines The no-nonsense lawyer in charge of Captain Crewe’s nancial aairs, and businessman who delivers the devastating news of Captain Crewe’s death and nancial ruin. He is pragmatic and unsympathetic, caring more about nancial matters than Sara’s well-being.

SecretaryMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

9 Lines A gentleman employed by Mr. Carrisford to help with his secretarial work. He aids Ram Dass in the transformation of Sara’s attic room.

MyrtleMale7-12 y.o.All ethnicities

7 Lines Myrtle is a younger student at Miss Minchin's boarding school who enjoys Sara’s stories and is amazed by Sara’s ability to read so much. She is a frequent playmate of the other young girls.

MinnieFemale13-17 y.o.All ethnicities

3 Lines A giggly and impressionable older student who enjoys gossiping but is not particularly mean-spirited. She follows Lavinia’s lead but is easily distracted and not as malicious.

BerthaFemale13-17 y.o.All ethnicities

3 Lines A somewhat naive, older student who gets caught up in the excitement of school drama. She is fascinated by the idea that Sara could be a real princess and is more interested in the fantasy than in being unkind.

MotherFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

1 Line The ghostly but beautiful gure of Sara’s deceased mother. She appears in the opening graveyard scene, though she is unseen by everyone.

MelchisedecBoth genders7-15 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A small but signicant character, Melchisedec is a rat that Sara befriends in the attic aer feeding him some leover breadcrumbs.

RatBoth genders7-15 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A poor rat being chased by a snake, discovered by Rav-ila in the basement in India.

SnakeBoth genders7-15 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A hungry Indian Rat Snake that chases the rat around Rav-ila’s basement room in India.

Dancing Girl 1Female12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines Background performer at the Maharaja’s palace.

Wool MerchantFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

2 Lines A common townsperson that appears in the streets selling mittens and scarves out of a basket.

Newspaper boy/girlBoth genders7-13 y.o.All ethnicities

2 Lines A child that appears in the streets that sells newspapers to passers by.

Tree 1Both genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A tree in the woods in India.

Tree 2Both genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A tree in the woods in India.

Tree 3Both genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A tree in the woods in India

Tree 4Both genders17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

0 Lines A tree in the woods in India