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Casting Talent for "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Play

Bellevue, OH, United States
ID: 198948Exp: 10/17/2022
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Looking to cast men and women for "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Play. Please see the details below. About the project: The classic animated television special A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation, in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas. When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus’ help to discover the real meaning of Christmas. Additional info: Production will be on Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 and 4 at 2 p.m., Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. Download the auditions package for more details. If interested, please apply.

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15 roles

Charlie BrownBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Depicted as a "lovable loser," Charlie Brown is characterized as a person who frequently suffers, and as a result is usually nervous and lacks self-confidence. He shows both pessimistic and optimistic attitudes: on some days, he is reluctant to go out because his day might just be spoiled, but on others, he hopes for the best and tries as much as he can to accomplish things.

SnoopyBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Charlie Brown’s pet beagle. Snoopy is loyal, innocent, imaginative and good-natured; known for his “happy dance” and his numerous alter-egos. A non-speaking role- physicality and improv is a must. Must be able to dance and move freely. Snoopy will also be part of the feature production on “Magic Show”.

LucyFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Linus’ older sister. Lucy is characterized as a "fussbudget", crabby, bossy and opinionated girl who bullies most other characters in the strip, particularly Linus and Charlie Brown.

LinusBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Charlie Brown’s blanket-toting best friend and Lucy’s little brother; Sally’s love interest; Though young and insecure, Linus is very intelligent and very wise; acts as the group’s philosopher and theologian. Linus is sympathetic towards Charlie Brown, and often gives him advice after listening to Charlie Brown's various insecurities.

SallyBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The youngest of the group, with a very young sounding voice; Charlie Brown’s little sister who has a crush on Linus; is adorable and spunky but often overreacts to situations.

SchroderBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A very talented musician, who is obsessed with the music of Beethoven; Lucy’s love interest; Charlie Brown’s second-best friend after Linus.

Pig PenBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Known for attracting dust, making him very filthy but with a good heart.

FriedaBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The girl who brags about her “naturally curly hair”; a total diva.

VioletBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

As a jealous girl who likes bragging and, along with her friends Patty and Lucy often teases and torments Charlie Brown.

PattyBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Patty is a girl who thinks highly of herself, and because of her self-opinion, she often torments the hapless Charlie Brown.

ShermeyBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A friend of Charlie Brown’s. Very dry; complains he always gets cast as a shepherd in the play

Christmas SingersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble

Christmas SkatersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble

IllusionistBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Magician Assistant) Note: The illusion box will be on set to demonstrate the requirements for this role. A feature in the pre-show who will help perform the magic on stage with the magicians. The duties of a magician's assistant include helping the magician prepare for the show and performing with them on stage. Your responsibilities include participating in the tricks or illusions. Must feel comfortable going into boxes. Will help with magic shows and help backstage during CBC.

SantaMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

No explanation is required. Does what Santa does! HO HO HO