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Kid Actors Needed for "Beetlejuice Jr."

Brigham City, UT, United States
ID: 588404Exp: 8/1/2025
Description:

Center is pleased to announce auditions for Beetlejuice Jr. Ages 8-18. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. Additional info: Performances There will be 6 performances: Friday, October 17 at 7:00 pm Saturday, October 18 at 7:00 pm Monday, October 20 at 7:00 pm Friday, October 24 at 7:00 pm Saturday, October 25 at 2:00 pm Saturday, October 25 at 7:00 pm Rehearsals Rehearsals will be held Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Saturday mornings will be added in September. Please see the conflict calendar for full details. Audition Instructions: Please be prepared to sing about 30-60 seconds of a song in the style of the show. Songs from the show are welcome. A speaker will be available to play your music. An accompanist will also be available. See the attachments for details. If interested, please apply.

14 roles

Lydia DeetzFemale10-16 y.o.All ethnicities

Whip-smart, grieving fifteen- year-old whose dark sense of humor helps her cope with the loss of her mother, Emily. Lydia is unfazed by Beetlejuice’s antics and easily holds her own against both him and all things Netherworld.

Charles DeetzMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Lydia’s father. He wants to help her get over the loss of her mother, although the ways he tries to “help” aren’t really what Lydia needs. Charles is under a lot of pressure between his concerns over Lydia, his secret relationship with Delia, his professional life, and his own grief (which he tries to ignore).

BeetlejuiceMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The dead guy of the hour! This titular character is zany, spooky, and absolutely hilarious. Though Beetlejuice exists in a morally gray area, he’s more of a trickster than a malevolent threat. He’s happy to align his interests with others, but ultimately, he’s looking out for himself.

Adam MaitlandMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Devoted husband of Barbara, just can’t catch a break. While life’s stresses were getting to him – renovation of the house, financial difficulties, and the decision about having a child – he certainly wasn’t ready for death.

Barbara MaitlandFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Delia SchlimmerMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Hopelessly (sometimes maniacally) optimistic. She believes fully in her guru, Otho, and considers herself a life coach, though underneath her façade she’s quite fragile and desperately wants to fit in with the Deetzes. Delia loves Charles and genuinely cares about Lydia’s well-being, even if her attempts to connect are somewhat misguided.

Maxie DeanMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The business tycoon whom Charles hopes to impress.

Maxine DeanFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Maxie’s wife.

SkyFemale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

A girl scout that is bright eyed and optimistic about the world. She comes to sell cookies to the Deetz family but is shockingly surprised and terrified by her encounter. An encounter that will leave her scared and tormented for the rest of her days.

Miss ArgentinaFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

She is the never world receptionist and nothing gets past her watchful eye (except everything). She is bubbly and energetic with a tragic tale to tell. An older teenage female. She will need to be able to sing with power and the ability to belt while dancing.

JunoFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Beetlejuice's estranged mom who has a raspy voice similar to Rozz from Monsters inc.

OthoMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Delia's guru and occasional exorsist.

PriestMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The priest is a featured ensemble role. This role needs to be able to clearly enunciate and project.

EnsembleBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities