Casting Call for Boys and Girls for Upcoming Season
Looking for kids ages 6 and up for the Upcoming Season. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Featured/lead children’s role opportunities this upcoming season include ANNIE (Nov 14-30) & A CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE (Dec 11-21). Teens 16+ for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. For those who would like to be considered for just the musicals (THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, ANNIE, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, THE WEDDING SINGER, Choir in A CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE): Please a selection/short song (around 1 min.) from a musical or pop song in the style of the show (singing from the show is ok). Bring sheet music in the appropriate key. Acapella singing is highly discouraged, please bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided. If you would like to be considered for multiple shows, you may prepare two songs (you may only be asked for one). For those who would like to be considered for just the plays (A CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE): Prepare one short monologue that best shows you/your acting range- keep in mind that these generals are a way for us to get to know you as an actor. For those who would like to be considered for both musicals and plays: Prepare both a short monologue and a song in the style of the show(s) for which you are interested in being considered. See details above. If interested, please apply.
27 roles
Seeking an ensemble of strong singers and movers. Directors may cast understudies from the ensemble.
A street-wise orphan; she is eventually taken in by Oliver Warbucks. Spunky, friendly, big-voiced. Must be able to carry the entire show and have minimal conflicts, as this character appears in nearly every scene. May double cast. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Infectious spirit and warmth. Must have a powerful presence, sense of humor, wit, and mischief, and a fabulous laugh to boot. Has an implicit understanding of right and wrong and is not afraid to let Scrooge know it. Must sing well.
This is the sweet, innocent Scrooge before he becomes the Scrooge of legend. He is the only one left alone in his school yard during Christmas recess. His only hope is to go home to his family and when his sister Fan shows up, he things she will make that dream come true. When he learns that is not the case, his heart is broken – as is ours.
Scrooge’s devoted sister – becomes Fred’s mother. She risks a lot to see Boy Scrooge for one last time. Very emotional, but must keep in control for fear of exposing too much sorrow to the boy.
The elder Cratchit child – a very industrious, bright, energetic, positive force in the family. He does all he can to help around the house and makes special efforts to care for little, Tiny Tim.
The second eldest Cratchit child who works in a textile factory away from home. She misses her family terribly and makes the most of every opportunity to be with her family. She has learned much from her mother about caring for a house and caring for people
The second youngest Cratchit child who is adorable and sweet and is about to learn how to make the family’s secret recipe for Christmas pudding.
The youngest Cratchit child, frail, weak, suffers from an ailment which causes him to be on crutches. He is eternally hopeful and sees the suffering in others much more than the suffering in himself. Must be less than 50 pounds.
A petite delivery boy who carries a huge turkey to the Cratchit house upon a transformed Scrooge’s instructions. Must have great comic ability.
Beautiful daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig. Must move well.
Young Scrooge's co-worker and friend at Fezziwig's. Must move well.
Lily's sister attending Fred's Christmas party. Very merry and full of cheer (and wine).
Must be able to portray the personification of their names without words, and should not be afraid to be spooky! Part of the pre-show.
Must be able to portray the personification of their names without words, and should not be afraid to be spooky! Part of the pre-show.