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Casting Teen Performers for "Puffs" Play

Gainesville, FL, United States
ID: 585117Exp: 5/25/2025
Description:

Seeking teen performers for the play "Puffs." See full details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. Puffs is not authorized, sanctioned, licensed or endorsed by J.K Rowling, Warner Bros. or any person or company associated with the Harry Potter books, films or play. SHE DOESN'T GET A FARTHING. Additional info: Showing August 1 - 17, 2025 Rehearsals: May 27-July 30 Preview: July 31 Opening: August 1 Shows: August 1-17, 2025, Fri, Sat 8pm, Sunday 2pm Auditions will consist of cold readings. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.

12 roles

WAYNE HOPKINSMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Description: An orphaned American boy is thrown into the whirlwind of a magical world. Endearingly awkward, enthusiastic, and determined to prove he’s important—even if he’s a Puff. Performer Needs: Strong emotional arc, comedic timing, and underdog charm.

OLIVER RIVERSMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Description: A brainy kid who would rather be solving equations than learning spells. Prone to panic but deeply loyal. Performer Needs: Dry humor, introverted energy, great contrast to Wayne

MEGAN JONESMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Description: Edgy and tough, with a chip on her shoulder. Daughter of a former dark wizard, she wants to be anything but a Puff—until she learns to accept who she is. Performer Needs: Emotional depth, sarcasm, with a big transformation.

NARRATORBoth genders11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Description: Witty, omniscient storyteller with a flair for the dramatic. Guides the audience through the chaos with sass, heart, and impeccable timing. Performer Needs: Excellent storyteller with flexibility in tone—dry humor and heart

ERNIE MACMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Very "cool" and confident... or so he thinks. Has a dramatic flair and loves being dramatic. Character type: Over-the-top, self-important. Actor needs: Bold stage presence, big personality.

HANNAHFemale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A kind, forgetful, sweet Puff. Quirky and endearing. She represents the heart of the Puffs’ caring nature. Character type: Gentle, silly, pure-hearted. Actor needs: Whimsical delivery and physical comedy.

J. FINCH FLETCHLEYMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Proud to be a Puff. Dies a lot (comically). Happy-go-lucky, well-meaning, and very enthusiastic. Character type: Loyal, joyful, comedic. Actor needs: Physical comedy and big energy.

LEANNEFemale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Always trying to be noticed. Eager to be helpful, but often overlooked. A subtle scene-stealer if played right. Character type: Sweet, eager, unassuming. Actor needs: Strong ensemble presence.

SUSIE BONESFemale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Convinced she’s doomed because of her family history. A little gloomy, but with a dark sense of humor. Character type: Melancholic, dramatic. Actor needs: Great comedic timing with a deadpan tone.

CEDRICMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

MR. VOLDYMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

DEATH BUDDIESMale11-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Description: An Ensemble of masked villains. Played by the whole cast. Performer Needs: Physical ensemble work and some mild intimidation.