"The Emperor’s New Clothes" Show Looking For Kids and Teens

Character Vibe: Vain, silly, and completely obsessed with clothes, fashion, and his own reflection. He isn't a bad guy, just hilariously gullible and blinded by his own vanity. Acting Requirements: Needs great comedic timing and a willingness to be completely goofy on stage. The actor must be confident and comfortable executing the famous "big reveal" parade at the end of the show (wearing a funny, over-the-top, entirely family-friendly undergarment/pajama costume over their base layer).

Character Vibe: The ultimate dynamic duo of tricky, quick-witted pranksters. Flo and Roscoe outsmart the entire royal court using charm and imaginary thread. Think of them like a fun cartoon duo. Acting Requirements: These roles need actors who can speak clearly, think fast on their feet, and work wonderfully as a team.

Character Vibe: The top advisor to the Emperor. They are terrified of looking silly or losing their job, so they are the very first person to pretend they can "see" the invisible cloth, starting a giant chain reaction of fibbing. Acting Requirements: Great for a character actor who is excellent at acting nervous, frantic, and funny.

Character Vibe: The stressed-out official in charge of organizing the Emperor's massive closet. She is deeply dramatic about fashion and completely panics when the Swindlers show up. Acting Requirements: High energy, big facial expressions, and great physical comedy.

Character Vibe: A blustering, hilariously tough leader who tries to act brave and strong, even though they are just as scared and confused as the rest of the palace court. Acting Requirements: Needs a strong, booming stage voice and fun, exaggerated "tough guy" posture.

Character Vibe: Honest, innocent, and practical. While all the grown-ups are trapped in their own lies and fear of looking foolish, the Boy is the only one with the courage to point out the simple, unvarnished truth. Acting Requirements: Needs a clear, confident speaking voice and a grounded, sincere stage presence to deliver the most famous line of the play.

Character Vibe: Honest, innocent, and practical. While all the grown-ups are trapped in their own lies and fear of looking foolish, the Boy is the only one with the courage to point out the simple, unvarnished truth. Acting Requirements: Needs a clear, confident speaking voice and a grounded, sincere stage presence to deliver the most famous line of the play.