Seeking Boys and Girls for "Akeelah and the Bee" Show
Looking for kids ages 11 and up for the "Akeelah and the Bee" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Akeelah and the Bee tells the story of Akeelah Anderson, a brilliant young girl navigating grief, pressure, and expectation as she makes her way from her neighborhood school to the national spelling bee. Along the way, she discovers the power of language, mentorship, and community. This play is about excellence, belonging, and what can happen when a village shows up for a child. Additional info: Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Actors may be asked to read for multiple roles. Please come open, prepared to listen, and ready to take direction. Headshots and resumes are not required, but are welcome if you have them. Show dates: May 14th-17th, 2026. If interested, please apply.
11 roles
The heart of the story. Akeelah is brilliant, determined, and quietly powerful. She begins guarded and unsure, then grows into confidence as she learns to trust her voice, intelligence, and instincts.
Akeelah’s primary rival. Intensely intelligent and competitive, carrying the pressure of perfection and expectation beneath a polished exterior.
Warm, gentle, and emotionally open. Javier brings kindness, encouragement, and connection into Akeelah’s world.
Akeelah’s older sister. Nurturing yet firm, she provides warmth, honesty, and emotional grounding.
Bold, outspoken, and confrontational. A bully whose confidence masks insecurity.
Striking, confident, and unapologetically individual. Mohawk Girl stands out in the spelling bee world through bold self-expression, independence, and a strong sense of identity.
Part of the school social circle. Curious, reactive, and eager to belong.
A focused and confident spelling bee competitor. Sharp, prepared, and highly competitive.
Students and competitors in the spelling bee. Strong presence, clear voices, and comfort with ensemble work encouraged.
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