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"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Needs Boys and Girls

Rantoul, IL, United States
ID: 589768Exp: 9/13/2025
Description:

Seeking young performers for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever". Please see the details below. About the project: In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem – and the fun – when the Herdmans collide head-on with the story of Christmas! This delightful show is adapted from the bestselling Young Adult book, and has become a holiday staple for groups across the United States. The crowd-pleasing comedy features plenty of great roles for children and adults, a few favorite Christmas Carols, and lots of laughs. Additional info: You do not have to have anything prepared for either audition! 4 performances Nov 21-23. One Friday night, two on Saturday and one on Sunday! If interested, please apply.

10 roles

Imogene HerdmanFemale11-12 y.o.All ethnicities

The oldest Herdman, portrayed as bossy and loud, taking charge of the pageant's lead roles.

Ralph HerdmanMale12-13 y.o.All ethnicities

The oldest boy, often seen as the enforcer.

Leroy HerdmanMale10-11 y.o.All ethnicities

The Herdman who likes to pick on Charlie.

Claude HerdmanMale9-10 y.o.All ethnicities

A scrappy and smart Herdman sibling.

Ollie HerdmanMale8-9 y.o.All ethnicities

The youngest Herdman boy, often following the older siblings' lead.

Gladys HerdmanFemale7-8 y.o.All ethnicities

The youngest Herdman, described as fierce and not afraid of anything.

Beth BradleyFemale10-11 y.o.All ethnicities

The narrator of the story, observing and sharing her perspective as a child.

Charlie BradleyMale8-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Beth's younger brother.

Alice WendlekenFemale10-11 y.o.All ethnicities

A character who initially clashes with the Herdmans but eventually becomes involved in the pageant.

MaxineFemale10-11 y.o.All ethnicities

A church member who plays a small role in the pageant.