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Seeking Kids for "The Music Man Kids"

Pompton Lakes, NJ, United States
ID: 610434Exp: 8/10/2026
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Auditions - Ages 6 - 9 for "The Music Man Kids". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Rehearsal Dates: Wednesdays 4:30-5:45 pm & Saturdays 10:00 am-11:30 am; Rehearsals to start on or shortly after 8/19 What to Prepare: Audition cuts will be posted by July 15th. Show Information: Master showman Harold Hill is in town and he’s got “seventy-six trombones” in tow. Can upright, uptight Marian, the town librarian, resist his powerful allure? The story follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band he vows to organize. The catch? He doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, whose belief in Harold’s power just might help him succeed in the end, in spite of himself. There is a participation fee for this production if cast. If interested, pleasse apply.

14 roles

Harold HillMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Harold Hill is the story's unsuspecting protagonist. A con man, traveling under the auspices of a salesman, he eventually falls in love with Marian Paroo. Charismatic and charming. Range: G5 to B3

Marian ParooFemale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

The stuff town librarian and music teacher. She is an attractive young lady who eventually falls for Harold Hill. Stuck up. Curious. Range: G5 to G3

Charlie CowellMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

A traveling salesman who is onto Harold Hill's schemes. Tirelessly attempts to prove to everyone the true con man behind Harold Hill.

Mayor Shinn:Male6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

A blustery politician who is all too "self-important." Begrudgingly married to Eulalie, he is skeptical of the town rumor mill.

Eulalie Mackecknie ShinnFemale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Mayor Shinn's peacock wife. A serial gossiper and snob, she has trouble keeping her opinions to herself. Range: D5 to D4

Marcellus WashburnMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Harold's chummy old friend and former con man, he now lives in River City and is trying to settle down. Range: D#5 to E4

Ethel ToffelmierMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

A comical "Pick-a-Little Lady," and Marcellus Washburn's girlfriend Range: D5 to D4

Mrs. ParooFemale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Paroo is the conscience of River City. She is a great mother, stands up for what she believes in, and gently pushes Marian to think of her future. Cheerful and always plotting. An Irish widow and mother to Marian and Winthrop.

Winthrop ParooMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Marian's baby brother, he is very shy because of a noticeable lisp. Embraces Harold Hill and the marching band. Range: Eb5 to C4

AmaryllisFemale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

A slightly bratty piano student of Marion Paroo.

Tommy DjilasMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

An attractive, young man from the wrong side of town. He is secretly courting Zaneeta.

Zaneeta ShinnMale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

The Mayor's fresh-faced daughter, who is in love with Tommy. Sweet and outgoing. Appears to be daffy at times.

Gracie ShinnFemale6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Gracie is Zaneeta's little sister.

Ensemble/Featured RolesBoth genders6-9 y.o.All ethnicities

Conductor, Constable Locke, Adults, Traveling Salesmen, Teen Dancers, Wa Tan Ye Girls, Boys’ Band