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Young Talent Wanted for Singing Audition for "Oliver" Musical

North East, MD, United States
ID: 589995Exp: 9/1/2025
Description:

Looking for kids and teens for "Oliver" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Step into the world of Victorian London with Lionel Bart’s Oliver, a captivating musical based on Charles Dickens’ classic novel. Follow young orphan Oliver Twist as he embarks on a journey filled with colorful characters and unforgettable songs like Consider Yourself and Food Glorious Food. With themes of love, loyalty, and adventure, Oliver offers a heartwarming experience for all ages. Don’t miss this timeless tale of courage and hope, featuring a talented cast and unforgettable melodies. Additional info: Please prepare a song (approx. 32 bars, or 60 - 90 seconds of music) in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided so please bring sheet music for the accompanist to play. Performing with an accompanist is strongly preferred, but you may provide tracks if you do not have sheet music. Please note: Amplification will not be provided and playing backing tracks off a cell phone (without proper additional amplification) is strongly discouraged. Callbacks will be held on Thursday, September 4th from 6-10pm, Callbacks will begin with a dance call from 6-7pm. Callback notifications will be sent out by Wednesday, September 5th by 10am. Rehearsal will begin in early September. Rehearsals will be based on both performer and production staff availability, so please submit all known conflicts at the time of auditions. The Milburn Stone Theatre traditionally rehearses between 2 to 4 times a week. Tech week will be held Monday, November 24th and Tuesday, November 25th, then the college will be closed from November 26th through 30th for Thanksgiving Break. Tech will resume on Monday, December 1st and will continue through Thursday, December 4th, no conflicts will be accepted for these tech dates. Performances for will begin on Friday, December 5th with performances on December 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th & 14th. There will be six performances in total with Friday evening performances taking place at 7:30pm and Saturday and Sunday matinees taking place at 2:00pm. There is the possibly of evening performances being added on Saturday, December 6th and Saturday, December 13th and a daytime school performance on Friday, December 12th. These dates will be confirmed a month before opening (Wednesday, November 6th.) If interested, please apply.

8 roles

Oliver TwistMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

A workhouse boy, about 11 years of age.” Vocal range top: E5 | Vocal range bottom: A3 (Please note: The theatre is planning on splitting the role of Oliver Twist between two actors)

The Artful DodgerMale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Fagin's brightest pupil - “an undersized 16.” Vocal range top: E5 | Vocal range bottom: A3

BetFemale14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A young lass in Fagin's establishment - idolises Nancy. Vocal range top: G5 | Vocal range bottom: Ab3

Charley BatesMale10-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Workhouse boysMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Bow Street RunnersMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Street vendorsBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CrowdBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities