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Singers Needed for "Matilda the Musical"

Bowie, MD, United States
ID: 232350Exp: 6/19/2023
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The "Matilda the Musical" show needs talent. Find the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CO NSIDERED. About the project: Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world. Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace! Additional info: -Callbacks: Thursday, June 22 starting at 7 pm by invitation only (not all roles will require a callback). -Rehearsals: .Regular rehearsals will be held on Tuesday nights (7-10 PM), Thursday nights (7-10 PM), and Saturdays (11 AM - 3 PM). Not all actors will be required for all regular rehearsals. Technical rehearsals run every night of the two weeks leading up to opening. -Performances: September 15 - October 14, 2023; Fridays at 8 pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm. -Complete the Audition Form from the attachment. -Please bring a written list of any and all possible conflicts that you have or may have between June 27 - October 14, 2023. -Music: Prepare a vocal piece, 16-32 bars in length, that shows your vocal range and provide sheet music in the correct key. Please do not use selections from this show. An accompanist will be provided. -Dance: Please come prepared to dance. Dance shoes or sneakers preferred. If you are interested, please apply.

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20 roles

Miss Agatha TrunchbullBoth genders30-55 y.o.All ethnicities

The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda's school who despises children. Gender: Any, the character will present as Female Identifying, Vocal Range: G4 to A2

Miss HoneyBoth genders25-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Matilda's kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull. Gender: Female Identifying, Vocal Range: D5 to F3

Mr. WormwoodBoth genders35-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Matilda's uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman. Gender: Male Identifying, Vocal Range A4 to D3

Mrs. WormwoodBoth genders30-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Matilda's self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer. Gender: Female Identifying, Vocal Range: F5 to A3

Mrs. PhelpsBoth genders25-45 y.o.All ethnicities

A nice librarian. Gender: Female Identifying.

DoctorBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Wormwood's Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. Gender: Male Identifying, Vocal range top: A4 to C3

The EscapologistBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(and other roles) - A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Gender: Male Identifying, Vocal range: E4 to C3

The AcrobatBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(And other roles) - A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Gender: Female Identifying, Vocal range: A4 to D4

RudolphoBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Wormwood's ballroom dance partner. Gender: Male Identifying, Vocal Range: A4 to D#3

Children's EntertainerBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

SergeiBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

CookBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

HenchmenBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

ParentsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble.

AmandaFemale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. To play kid.

NigelBoth genders18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. To play kid.

EricMale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. To play kid.

AliceFemale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. To play kid.

HortensiaFemale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. To play kid.

TommyMale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble. To play kid.