Singing Audition for "A Christmas Carol" Play

Star Role. A man who lost his father to creditors as a kid and has grown up heeding his father’s advice to save his money. Until he realizes how terrible he’s become, he is grumpy, unsympathetic man and has no time for anyone or anything. Multiple Solos. Baritone: A2-Eb3

Hardworking clerk in Scrooge’s employment. Dedicated to his family, especially his young son Tiny Tim. Maintains a kind heart, even in the face of Scrooge’s evil temper and mean-spiritedness. Solos on “Nothing to Do with Me”, “You Mean More to Me,” “Christmas Together.”, Tenor II/Baritone: G#2 – E4

Warm, compassionate nephew of Scrooge. Feels sorry for the old man, and obligated to him, being family. Solos on “Nothing to Do with Me”, “Christmas Together.” Tenor II/Baritone: C3 – D4

Portly, jolly man. Kind-hearted bank-owner who helps young Scrooge get his start. Later, he must ask Scrooge for help and is turned away. While the range for Fezziwig is large, many lines could be adjustable, making the range narrower and manageable by more singers. Must move well. Solos on “Fezziwig’s Annual Christmas Ball”, “Money Machine Montage.”, Tenor: D#3 – B4

Recently widowed and left with a young daughter, Grace. Respectable, but poor. Hopes Scrooge will be lenient and give him time to pay his debt. Solo on “Nothing to Do with Me.”, Baritone: C3 – C4

Scrooge’s former partner. Returns from the grave to warn Scrooge of the consequences of living the life of a miser. Solo on “Link by Link.”, Tenor: D3 – Ab4

Large, jovial man. Wears long cape and has a wreath on his head. A showman! Doubles as the Sandwich board Man. Soft shoe/tap dance. Solos on “Nothing to Do with Me”, “Abundance and Charity.”, Tenor II/Baritone: D3 – F4

Saving his money and running from a life of poverty, Young Scrooge is still happy, sociable, and deeply in love with Emily. Still searching for a place to call home, but has found an accepting second family in his employers – the Fezziwigs. Some dancing skill required. Solo on “There’s a Place Called Home” (duet with Emily), “Money Machine Montage.”, Tenor: D3 – G4

In 1st street scene, she is a blind old hag who encounters Scrooge. Doubles as the Ghost of Christmas Future, and as such is a beautiful pantomime dancer, who is mute. Solos on “Nothing to Do with Me”, “Dancing on Your Grave” (Dance). Alto/Mezzo-Soprano: C4 – D5

Cheerful wife of Mr. Fezziwig the banker. Happy to reach out and help her fellow man. Later becomes poor and cannot understand why Scrooge won’t help her husband who did so much for him. Must have strong soprano voice. “Fezziwig’s Annual Christmas Ball”, “Money Machine Montage.” Soprano: D4 – Ab5

Wonderful wife to Bob and mother to Tiny Tim, hopeful and generous. Solos on “Christmas Together.” Alto/Mezzo-Soprano: G#3- D5

Wife of Scrooge’s nephew Fred. Tired of inviting “Uncle Scrooge” over for Christmas dinner each year. “Christmas Together.”, Alto: C4 – C5

Young, lovely, goodhearted. Truly in love with young Ebenezer. Happy with the simple things in life – friends, family, and the joy that comes from loving someone and being loved in return. Solos on “There’s a Place Called Home” (duet with Ebenezer), “Money Machine Montage.”, Soprano: D4 – F5

Could be played either as a young man, or a tender sweet young woman – a twinkly, joyful apparition, full of the Christmas spirit. Doubles as the Lamplighter in 1st street scene who encounters Scrooge. Must have beautiful singing voice. Solos on “Nothing to Do with Me”, “The Lights of Long Ago”, “Money Machine Montage.”, Tenor or Soprano: Eb4 – G5

Young son of Bob Cratchit. Weak and crippled, but full of true goodness and hope. More than anyone, Tiny Tim embodies the true Christmas spirit. Strong singer/actor required! Solos on “You Mean More to Me”, “Christmas Together.” Boy Soprano: Bb3 – D4

Poor orphan who works all day at a boot-making factory. Tired of poverty, he vows to save his money and make his fortune. He desperately misses his parents and wants to find a home of his own. Loves his sister, Fan. Solo on “There’s a Place Called Home.” Young Tenor: F#3 – A4

Street urchin who encounters Scrooge before and after his transformation. Solos on “Nothing to Do with Me” (Hear the Bells). Boy Soprano: Eb4 – Eb5

Young daughter of Mr. Smythe. Accompanies her father to ask Scrooge for leniency following her mother’s death. Solo on “Nothing to Do with Me” (God Bless Us Everyone). Soprano: Db4 – Db5

Younger sister to young Ebenezer. They are separated after their parents’ death. Solos on “There’s a Place Called Home.”, Soprano: A4 – E5

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