"Matilda" Musical Looking For Cast
Auditions for "Matilda" musical. Seeking cast. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: "Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. Unloved by her family, she bonds with her schoolmates and teacher, 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! Packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and an unforgettable star turn for a young actress, Matilda is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination." Rate: Unpaid. Additional info: Multiple roles are available for all ages. No prior experience necessary. Many opportunities for families to participate together. All roles are open. Directors encourage performers of all ages, backgrounds, identities, body types, and abilities to audition. AUDITION PROCEDURE: When you arrive, you will be asked to fill out an audition form. Please come with a list of your potential rehearsal conflicts. Directors will be seeing people in the order that they arrive and no appointments are necessary. At the audition, you will perform a song and be taught a short dance sequence. Please prepare 32 bars of a song of your choice and bring sheet music. Directors prefer musical theatre songs that are not from the show. Piano accompaniment will be provided. You may also audition without a prepared song. Please also wear clothing that you are comfortable moving in. Callbacks, if needed and by invitation only, will be held on Sunday, November 5 in the afternoon. PERFORMANCES: February 17 and 18. No rehearsals/performances will take place during any Jewish Holiday. If you are interested, please apply.
16 roles
The bullying headmistress of Matilda's school, who uses her former discipline as an Olympic shot-put champion to terrorize her ‘maggot’ students. Baritone: A2 to G4
Matilda's kindhearted teacher. A mild, quiet person who never raises her voice and seldom seems to smile. She is adored by every child under her care. Mezzo Soprano: F3 to D5
Matilda's cruel father. A sleazy, scheming used car salesman who loves his television. Baritone: D3 to A4
Matilda’s mother - Obsessed with her amateur Ballroom dancing partner and her looks. She thinks little of Matilda’s unique abilities. She is as loud in her makeup and dress sense as she is in her voice. Mezzo Soprano: A3 to F5
Warm and nurturing local librarian who encourages Matilda’s love of reading.
A character in the story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Baritone: C3 to E4
Beloved wife of the Escapologist in Matilda’s story. Alto, Mezzo Soprano: D4 to A4
Mrs. Wormwood's ballroom dance partner. Not quite Italian. Tenor: D#3 to A4
Mrs. Wormwood's obstetrician when she goes into labor with Matilda. Will also be in the ADULT ENSEMBLE. Tenor, Alto: C3 to A4
A Russian Mafia Boss who is physically intimidating, with an accomplished Russian dialect. Will also be in the ADULT ENSEMBLE. Baritone.
A party entertainer at the start of the show. Will also be in the ADULT ENSEMBLE. Alto, Tenor: F#3 to Eb4
Adult ensemble will consist of multiple roles.
Adult ensemble will consist of multiple roles.
Adult ensemble will consist of multiple roles.
Adult ensemble will consist of multiple roles.
Adult ensemble will consist of multiple roles.
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