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Casting Call for Boys and Girls for "A Wrinkle in Time" Play

Broadview Heights, OH, United States
ID: 604745Exp: 5/10/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking boys and girls for "A Wrinkle in Time" play. See the details below. About the project: Based on the classic young-adult science fiction novel, A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle, this play tells the story of one of literature’s most enduring young heroines. Mr. Murray has disappeared, so his daughter, Meg, finds herself joining forces with an unlikely group of adventurers to battle the forces of evil, rescue her father, save humanity, and find herself. While it doesn’t come easy, in the end, Love does overcome evil. Additional info: It will rehearse primarily Monday - Thursday evenings, with some weekend afternoons as needed. The show runs on Fridays - Sundays for two weekends, July 17 - 26. Auditioners should come prepared for improv warm-ups followed by cold reads with other auditioners. No singing or memorization will be required, but it is recommended that auditioners are familiar with the story and its characters and themes. Auditioners are expected to arrive on time and stay at auditions for the full duration of their slot. For more information, please see the attachment. If you are interested, please apply.

20 roles

Meg MurrayFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A headstrong but loving girl who becomes an unlikely heroine.

Charles Wallace MurrayMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Her unusually intelligent and intuitive younger brother.

Calvin O’KeefeMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A likeable and brave boy who joins Meg and Charles Wallace on their journey.

Mrs. WhatsitFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A funny old woman who was once a star. She guides the children on their journey.

Mrs. WhoFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Whatsit’s companion. who often speaks in literary quotes.

Mrs. WhichFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The oldest and most powerful celestial woman, who is made of light.

MotherFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Meg and Charles Wallace’s lovely mother. A scientist. Ensemble member.

Aunt BeastMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The Happy MediumBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

a cheery fortune teller. Ensemble member.

FatherMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Meg and Charles Wallace’s brave father. A scientist. Ensemble member in Act I.

Red-Eyed ManMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A man with hypnotic powers who serves the evil IT. Ensemble member.

BullyMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A student who bullies Meg and Charles Wallace. Ensemble member.

TeacherBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A discouraging teacher. Ensemble member.

SandyMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Meg and Charles Wallace’s older brother. Ensemble member.

DennysMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Meg and Charles Wallace’s older brother. Ensemble member.

Postal WorkerMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A postal worker. Ensemble member.

PrincipalBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The principal of Meg’s school. Ensemble member.

Camazotz MotherFemale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A mother living on the planet Camazotz. Ensemble member.

Little BoyMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

A child living on the planet Camazotz. Ensemble member.

Newspaper BoyMale8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A newspaper boy living on the planet Camazotz. Ensemble member.