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Young Talent Needed for "Fun Home" & "Oliver" Productions

Edmonton, AB, Canada
ID: 612164Exp: 8/18/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking performers ages 7-13 for two productions: "Fun Home" & "Oliver!". More details are below. Additional information: "FUN HOME" REHEARSALS: September 7 – 30. PERFORMANCES: October 1 – 4, 2026. "OLIVER!" REHEARSALS: January 11 – February 17, 2027. PERFORMANCES: February 18 – 28, 2027. Submission deadline is August 18, 2026. Location: Edmonton. If you're interested, please apply.

3 roles

CHRISTIAN BECHDELMale10-12 y.o.All ethnicities

"FUN HOME" STAGE AGE: Approximately 10-13 | VOCAL RANGE: C#4 – D5. Alison’s older brother and the eldest of the three Bechdel children. Christian is imaginative, confident, and eager to take the lead – although Alison’s strong personality sometimes overshadows him. A young performer with strong pitch and the ability to confidently sing harmony.

JOHN BECHDELMale7-9 y.o.All ethnicities

"FUN HOME" STAGE AGE: Approximately 7-9 | VOCAL RANGE: C#4 – E5 Alison’s energetic and playful younger brother. John has a quirky imagination, looks up to his older siblings, and brings a joyful sense of spontaneity to the Bechdel family. A lively young performer with a natural singing voice, strong pitch, good harmony skills, and confident stage presence.

OLIVER TWISTMale7-9 y.o.All ethnicities

"OLIVER!" STAGE AGE: Approximately 9 – 13 | VOCAL RANGE: A3 – E5 | PREFERRED HEIGHT: 4’5″/135 cm or under Oliver is a kind, intelligent, and resilient child searching for safety, family, and belonging. The role requires an expressive actor and a clear, confident singer who can carry some of the musical’s most memorable moments.