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"The Gift of the Magi" Teen Audition for the Theater

Berea, KY, United States
ID: 592130Exp: 10/18/2025
Description:

Child audition for the theater production of "The Gift of the Magi". Please see the details below. About the project: In turn-of-the-century New York City, young newlyweds Jim and Della Young face their first Christmas together with almost no money. In their desire to give each other worthy gifts, each makes a profound sacrifice – Della sells her beautiful long hair to buy Jim a chain for his treasured pocket watch, while Jim sells his watch to buy Della the combs she’s always admired. This touching adaptation of O. Henry’s timeless tale reminds us that true love and sacrifice are the greatest gifts of all. A heartwarming story perfect for the Christmas season that celebrates the spirit of the Magi – the wise men who brought gifts to the Christ Child. Additional info: PERFORMANCE DATES: November 21st & 22nd November 29th & 30th Cold readings from the script Come prepared to show emotional depth and sincerity Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.

5 roles

DELLA YOUNGFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A young wife, warm, impulsive, deeply devoted to Jim.

JIM YOUNGMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Della’s husband, earnest, hardworking, loves Della more than anything.

MADAME SOFRONIEFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Pale, imposing, practical businesswoman who buys and sells hair.

THE JEWELERMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Kindly, thoughtful, with a touch of wisdom about love and giving.

NARRATORBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Appears in the postlude to reflect on the meaning of the story.