"Diary of a Wimpy Kid" Show Needs Boys and Girls
Students K–12 are welcome to audition for "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Middle school. It’s. The. Worst. Greg Heffley may be in constant survival mode, but he is determined that his first middle-schooler year won’t leave him at the bottom of the popularity pool. That can be his oddball neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe even Greg’s BFF, Rowley Jefferson. But it will not be Greg…no way. From the popular series of cartoon diaries, Jeff Kinney’s characters take the stage in this musical adaptation. So grab a hall pass and join the adventure dodging bullies, big brother, and the dreaded Cheese Touch.. This production will be directed by Seth Penwell with musical direction by Caroline Baxter. Additional info: Auditions will consist of learning music from the show and possibly some simple movement routines and readings from the script. Anyone 12 and older is asked to prepare a song and bring sheet music in the correct key for the accompanist. Auditionees younger than 12 do not need to prepare anything in advance. REHEARSALS: A rehearsal schedule will be developed around preexisting commitments of the cast. Potential rehearsal days and times: M, T, W, TH 6:00-9:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. Rehearsal days and times are subject to change with adequate notice. Rehearsals for this production are scheduled to begin on Monday, November 3. THERE WILL BE NO CONFLICTS ALLOWED BETWEEN Feb 2 and closing Feb 22 without pre-approval. Note that a participation fee will be applied. If interested, please apply.
18 roles
11 year-old, first year middle-schooler, driven with a burning desire to achieve popularity and acclaim at any and all costs. Equal parts cocky and insecure, Greg’s single-focus on popularity often makes him short-sighted and immature, almost costing him his closest friendship. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, unchanged singing voice.
11 year-old, first year middle-schooler, with a determinedly sunny disposition and über positive outlook on life. Almost blindly devoted to Greg, but ultimately capable of standing up for himself. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, unchanged singing voice.
Sullen, sarcastic 16 year-old, older brother of Greg, and his main tormentor. Brash and obnoxious, Rodrick is the front-man of the heavy-metal, garage band; Löded Diper and delights in torturing Greg and taxing their parents goodwill. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, singing voice.
Greg’s put-upon father, who possesses an interest in U.S. history and a deep distrust of teenagers. Uncomfortable speaking with tweens, Frank is always trying to toughen Greg up and get him to “go be active,” perhaps in an effort to keep his son from following in his own wimpy footsteps. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
Greg’s chipper, loving, and overly-supportive mother, Susan is a former Pre-school teacher who is constantly looking for “teachable moments” with her boys. Though she always sees the best in her kids (sometimes blinding her to reality), she is also quick to become the household disciplinarian when necessary. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
Impossibly adorable and spoiled baby brother of Greg and Rodrick. Manny enjoys exalted status as his parents dote on him and make constant excuses for his behavior. Strong comedic young performer of any gender, to portray a toddler.
Greg’s quick-witted and wily classmate, who is enthusiastically engaged in a years-long prank-battle with Greg. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful unchanged singing voice.
Ambitious, driven, and overachieving classmate of Greg. Always out to best him at every turn since he poured glitter-glue down her back in second grade, Patty sees success as the only destination. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful singing voice.
Greg’s deeply odd-ball classmate, who is sensitive to sugar and unapologetically interested in his own boogers. Strong, comedic young performer with a powerful, unchanged singing voice.
Dreamboat classmate of Greg’s, who enjoys unfettered adoration and popularity. Infamous for his cutting remarks and cute-butt status, Bryce has hit his growth-spurt early and presents as more mature than many of his peers. Strong, comedic young performer and singer.
European teen pop star and Rowley’s idol. A cross between a boy-band star and KidsBop performer, Joshie is obviously manufactured to make responsibility sound cool to 6-8-year-old girls. His motto: follow your dreams and respect your parents! Strong, comedic young performer and singer with pop chops.
Two of the most unpopular and nerdy kids in Middle School. Strong, comedic young performer and singers.
Two of the most unpopular and nerdy kids in Middle School. Strong, comedic young performer and singers.
Patty Farrell’s minions. They like what she likes and dislike whatever she dislikes – aka Greg. They are perfect in every way, but always look up to Patty. Strong, comedic young performer and singers.
Patty Farrell’s minions. They like what she likes and dislike whatever she dislikes – aka Greg. They are perfect in every way, but always look up to Patty. Strong, comedic young performer and singers.
A ‘Wednesday Addams’-lite, goth-in-training middle schooler. Claire is the keeper of the lore of the Cheese Touch and takes it upon herself to make sure nobody starts the dreaded curse again. Strong, comedic young performer and singer.
Plays: MR. WINSKY Faculty advisor of the school’s ‘Safety Patrol.’ He takes his job super seriously, as though he’s head of the FBI or Special Ops. BILL WALTER 35 year-old, unemployed rocker dude who still lives with his folks and plays in Rodrick’s high school band, Löded Diper. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
Plays: MRS. CLAYTON Greg’s no-nonsense English teacher. Loves to host the Winter Talent Show every year. FREGLEY’S MOM A creepy, frail, and occasionally terrifying elderly woman. She could be a ghost. Strong, comedic performer and singer.
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