Kids Wanted for "The Secret Garden" the Musical
Looking for young performers age 9 and above for "The Secret Garden" the Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: This enchanting classic of children's literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'Night Mother. Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his disabled son Colin. The estate's many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the "Dreamers," spirits from Mary's past who guide her through her new life, dramatizing The Secret Garden's compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. Additional info: WHAT TO PREPARE: Please prepare 32 bars (approximately 30–60 seconds) of a song in the style of the show. Bring your accompaniment track on a personal device. A Bluetooth speaker will be provided. WHAT TO BRING: 8x10 headshot and résumé (stapled). If you do not have a headshot, bring a current photo. Completed audition form attached. An invited Dance Call will take place on Sunday, January 11 at 6:00 PM. Callbacks will be held on Monday, January 12. Rehearsals begin March 6. Please see the tentative rehearsal schedule attached. If interested, please apply.
3 roles
(Range: Young Voice, Ab3-D5) A ten-year-old girl sent to live with her uncle, Archibald, when her parents die from cholera in India. Quite the curious explorer, and often finding herself in trouble. Stubborn and always fighting for what she believes in.
(Range: Tenor, D3-G4) Martha’s younger brother. Looks after the sick plants and animals within the Misselthwaite grounds—including Mary. He is a young man who is between the world of child imagination and adult reasoning. Befriends Mary and convinces her to take care of the Garden.
(Range: Young Voice, A3-E5) Archibald’s ten year-old son. Spent his life in bed due to a heart condition. He is very stubborn and throws temper tantrums to get what he wants. He believes his father hates him for causing Lily’s death.
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