Casting Call for Kids for "James & the Giant Peach Jr." Show
Kids ages 7-15 years old are invited to audition for "James & the Giant Peach Jr." Show. Please see the details below. About the project: Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this “masterpeach” of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks, and plenty of disagreements along the way. Additional info: Please be prepared to sing, dance, and read sides. Audition material is attached. Rehearsals from July 1- July 29. Performances: Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m., Friday, August 1 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, August 2 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Please note that a fee will be applied. Download the audition form attached and bring it completed to the auditions. If interested, please apply.
25 roles
James is the hero of our story, on an epic quest to find a family of his own and gain confidence in himself. Vocal Range G#3 – E5
Ladahlord is a mysterious character who seems to have a hand in the magical things that are happening. Though he may seem a bit off, he carefully watches over James, making sure James moves towards to a better life. Ladahlord also serves as a guiding narrator throughout the story. Vocal Range G3 – Gb5
Centipede may be a bit of grouch, but he is ever-loyal to the pack, and by the end of the story, he’s won over by James. James sees Centipede as that cranky uncle with a heart of gold. Vocal Range G3 – F#5
Grasshopper, the leader of the Insects, is ever the optimist and assumes a paternal role in James’ life. Vocal Range A3 – F#5
Earthworm is a gentle spirit, although he can be a bit of a coward. Luckily, he gains enough courage to save the day by baiting some gullible seagulls. Earthworm looks at James as a brother figure. Vocal Range B3 – A5
Spider is a clever creature who becomes a fun-loving older sister to James. Vocal Range B3 – C5
Ladybug immediately takes on a doting, maternal role in James’ life. T Vocal Range A3 – D5
Spiker and Sponge are the sort of aunts (or monsters) that you fear ever being stuck with. They take James into their home but only so that he can be their own personal servant. Spiker is the brains of the operation, and Sponge is more concerned with finding something to eat. Vocal Range F3 – E5
Spiker and Sponge are the sort of aunts (or monsters) that you fear ever being stuck with. They take James into their home but only so that he can be their own personal servant. Spiker is the brains of the operation, and Sponge is more concerned with finding something to eat. Vocal Range F3 – E5
The Matron Nurse runs the Painswick Orphanage, and you definitely get a sense she hasn’t had a vacation in years
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