"A Christmas Story" the Musical Seeks Kids and Teens
Seeking kids and teens for "A Christmas Story" the musical. See the details below. About the project: Nine-year-old Ralphie Parker wants one thing for Christmas, and one thing only: An Official Red Ryder Range Model Carbine Action BB gun. There's only one problem: everyone else is convinced he'll shoot his eye out! Undeterred, he begins his saga of convincing all the necessary players, from his sweet but protective Mother, to his straight-laced teacher, Miss Shields, all the way to Santa Claus himself, that he needs that gun for the protection of his loved ones, and maybe even a little cowboy glory to call his own. Ralphie's vivid imagination conjures up several show stopping numbers, from "Ralphie to The Rescue" in which he defeats every foe a young boy can think of (robbers, mustache twirling villains, and of course, the school bully), to the thrilling tap routine performed by a gun moll-esque Miss Shields, who sheds her sweater set and romance novel for a glittery red gown and a whole lot of moxie. And Ralphie's not the only one with dreams of grandeur. His old man is just as set on a goal of his own, namely, winning a prize in the $50,000 Great Figures of World Literature Contest. His dreams come true when he wins a major award from the competition in the form of a garish, fishnet stocking-clad leg lamp, which horrifies his wife but brings him unadulterated joy. Filled with quirky and lovable characters, this zany, heartfelt, and nostalgic musical is as delightful as the biggest, shiniest present under the tree on Christmas morning. Additional info: Show dates: December 4-6 - The director may ask you to read, sing, and dance. - Please bring appropriate shoes to move in. - If you have tap shoes, please bring those as well. - Please prepare 16bars of sheet music that our pianist will play for you. - or- - One minute or less from phone accompaniment without additional vocals. - If you do not have any of these, you will be asked to sing "Happy Birthday" with the piano. If you are interested, please apply.
4 roles
(to play 9, going on 10) A regular kid — cute but not overly handsome, not precious. He wouldn't be lost in a crowd, but he wouldn't stand out either. Bright, but not precocious; the boy next door. Ralphie, above all, is a dreamer. Seeking a young boy who is comfortable and honest on stage. Must be an excellent singer and able to carry a show. VOICE: Boy's unchanged voice. High better, low F# to high D. Being able to tap dance is a plus.
Ralphie's younger brother. Can be a bit awkward; admires his big brother, Ralphie, but won't admit it. Seeking a young boy who is comfortable and honest on stage. Randy is comedic and needs to have a personality to make the audience fall in love with him. VOICE: Boy's unchanged voice. High better, low F# to high C#. Must be able to dance.
The classic bully; tough, perhaps taller than the other kids; there's nothing about him you want to like. He's that kid you always made sure to avoid in school. Gruff character voice. Must be able to tap.
Schwartz, Flick, Esther Jane, Mary Beth, Nancy, Goggles Kid Can-Can girls, Can-Can girlfriend, Waiter's Daughter, Kid Ensemble (All kids need to sing and dance, tap preferred, but if you can't tap, directors will teach you)
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