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"The Wizard of Oz" The Musical

Broadway, VA, United States
ID: 582861Exp: 5/3/2025
Description:

Looking to cast boys and girls for "The Wizard of Oz" The Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Ages 8-12 → Munchkin Ensemble * Looking for 10-15 individuals * This will be a unison-singing "Munchkin Chorus" to cameo alongside the adult performers during the Munchkinland scene(s). * Please prepare 30-90 seconds of a song of your choice [not from this show] demonstrating your musicality and ability to maintain pitch and melody. * You may either sing a cappella, provide your own accompaniment, or send a link to your music to the director, upon arrival. Performance Dates: July 25-27 | August 1-3, 2025 Ages 13 & up → Cast Ensemble [and Principals] * All Auditionees will be considered for the Cast Ensemble and/or any Principal roles. * The Cast Ensemble is considered as important as any of the principal roles. This production cannot exist without it. * All Principal roles are subject to doubling [noted in the character descriptions]. * Principals will be expected to learn Ensemble vocals and sing backstage where applicable. * Please prepare 30-90 seconds of a song of your choice [not from this show] demonstrating your musicality and vocal range. * Please consider this show's musical style(s) when choosing your audition piece. * You may either sing a cappella, provide your own accompaniment, or send a link to your music to the director, upon arrival. * Auditionees being considered for Principal or Supporting roles, may or will be asked to read 1 or 2 scenes. For video auditions see the flyer attached. If interested, please apply.

17 roles

Dorothy GaleMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Mezzo Soprano / Mixed Belt up to E5 A sweet, innocent young lady with a streak of boldness, outspoken and headstrong. She lives on a farm with her Aunt and Uncle, but dreams of escaping to a far-off place where she will not get into trouble. She is [always] searching for something more. Must be a strong singer who moves well. Tap dancing is a bonus.

GlindaFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Alto / Mezzo Soprano. Range F3 – C5 The Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer. May double as Aunt Em.

Emerald City GuardMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone Strong comic actor, big presence. May double as Uncle Henry.

HunkMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Non-Singing. Gender fluid casting is considered. A clumsy farmhand on the Gales’ Kansas farm. He talks about being smart and having a brain. Good body control is needed. May double as the Scarecrow.

HickoryMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Non-Singing. A kind, sweet, and nurturing farmhand on the Kansas farm. May double as the Tin Man.

ZekeMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Non-Singing. A farmhand on the Kansas farm, who lacks courage. May double as the Cowardly Lion.

Almire GultchFemale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Non-Singing. A well-off, cold-hearted neighbor to the Gales who hates Toto. May double as the Wicked Witch of the West.

Professor MarvelMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Non-Singing. A traveling salesman and phony fortune-teller. A con-man but with a good heart. My double as The Wizard of Oz.

Munchkin ChorusBoth genders8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Preferably under 5’6” [not required]. Casting 10-15 individuals. Capable of unison, melody singing. Possible solo options available [including The Lullaby League and Lolly-Pop Guild]. This age group will only be used in the Munchkinland scene(s).

Main Cast EnsembleBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Mixed voices: Soprano [to B5]. Mezzo [to G5]. Alto [to F5]. Tenor [to A4]. Baritone [to F4]. Please Note: This production would be nothing without a full Cast Ensemble.

Crows x3Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Trees x3Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Snowmen [tenors and baritones]Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The JitterbugsBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

[Strong Jazz vocals and dancing]

The OziansBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

[the full Ensemble]

Flying Monkeys x4Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

[including Nikko]

The Winkies x6 - 8Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

[including the Winkie's Leader]