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Children Theatre Casting Call for "The Boxcar Children"

Saratoga Springs, NY, United States
ID: 592800Exp: 10/27/2025
Description:

Looking for kids to play "The Boxcar Children". Please see the details below. About the project: This one-act production tells the classic story of four newly orphaned children working together to create a life for themselves in the small New England town of Middlesex in the mid-1920s. Led by an ever-observant Stage Manager, the story is bound to tug on the heartstrings of every audience member. Some actors will be asked to play multiple roles. Additional info: If callbacks are necessary, they will take place 6-8 p.m. Oct. 28. Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals start Sunday, Nov. 2. Show Dates: December 4-7 If interested, please apply.

4 roles

HenryMale14-16 y.o.All ethnicities

The oldest of the Boxcar Children, Henry is determined and hard-working.

JessMale13-15 y.o.All ethnicities

The eldest daughter, the practical Jess makes sure her siblings are fed and kept in-line. Jess will also cover lines assigned to the “Offstage Voice.”

VioletFemale11-13 y.o.All ethnicities

Thoughtful and kind, Violet brings sweetness to the family. Violet will double as “Girl at the Race.”

BennyMale7-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Straight-forward and funny, Benny is the youngest of the Boxcar Children. Is also assigned lines for “Alex Dredel”