Casting Call for Boys and Girls for "Meet Me In St. Louis"
Come audition for the 2026 Summer musical "Meet Me In St. Louis". Young actors wanted. See more info below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: It is the Summer of 1903 and the Smith family eagerly awaits the arrival of the World’s Fair in their very own St. Louis. Over the course of a year, the family experiences romance, heartache, troubles, and opportunity in the same way they always have; together. Told through a series of seasonal vignettes, this heartfelt musical features a multi-generational cast and well-beloved tunes such as “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” “The Trolley Song,” “The Boy Next Door,” “Meet Me In St Louis,” and many, many more! This show is perfect for all ages, and will have you laughing, crying, and feeling right at home with the Smiths, when you meet us in St. Louis! Additional info: Note: The age listed for most is the character’s STAGE AGE. This means that actor need not be that age, only able to portray that range while on stage. No need to bring prepared material; readings from the script will be used. * denotes those auditioning/considered for this character may be asked to attend callbacks, on April 13. Directors will notify you if you are asked to attend the callbacks. Callbacks will be held Sunday, April 13 at 1 pm. Notes about callbacks: This year directors will be holding callbacks to give auditionees more time with the material and allow for some chemistry reads between the family. Show dates: July 24th - 27th & July 31st - August 3rd. If you are interested, please apply.
14 roles
Mezzo/Soprano. Beautiful and possessing a spark of je ne sais quoi. Concerned with keeping up with the trends and remaining an elusive mystery to her adoring suitors, although her temper can get in the way. A loving sister. (Stage Age: 19)
Alto/Mezzo. A headstrong, hopeless romantic, whose fanciful notions of romance can’t be disturbed. At times impulsive and brash, and a fierce protector of those she loves. (Stage Age: 17)
Mezzo/Treble. Independent and forthright. Her family would probably call her a tomboy. Her attention is always divided between fun and mischief, which she often gets into with her younger sister, Tootie.
Mezzo/Treble. The youngest of the Smith children. Bright-eyed and serious-faced. Possessing a slightly macabre sense of humor and an abundance of dolls that have the unfortunate habit of dying.
Baritone/Tenor. The quintessential boy next door. Handsome and athletic, and a little shy. Another Princeton man, he is Lon’s friend as well as the Smiths’ next door neighbor. He falls in love with Esther. (Stage Age: 19-20)