"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Play Needs Men and Women

Sheridan, AR, United States

ID: 271321Exp: 10/19/2024

Description:

Auditions for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" show. In need of actors. Please see the details below. About the project: This hilarious and heartwarming holiday classic follows the Herdman kids—possibly the worst children in the world—as they take over the church's Christmas pageant. What follows is a chaotic but meaningful retelling of the Nativity story, full of humor and unexpected lessons. Additional info: No previous acting experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm. What to Prepare: - Cold readings from the script will be provided. - No need to prepare a monologue. - Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to read scenes with other actors. Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsals will begin on Monday, November 4th, and will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. No rehearsal on November 5th (Election Day) or Thanksgiving week. Tech rehearsals will start on December 7th. Performance Dates: December 12th - December 15th, 2024 If you are interested, please apply.

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7 roles

Bob Bradley/FatherMale30-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Solid family man; husband to Grace and father to Beth and Charlie. Notes: Requires smooth delivery of witty dialogue and the ability to carry a Christmas tree about 50 feet. Size: Medium role.

Grace Bradley/MotherFemale30-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Takes over the annual Christmas pageant; wife to Bob and mother to Beth and Charlie. Notes: Needs to be comfortable leading a group of child actors on stage during the pageant. Size: Lead role.

Mrs. ArmstrongFemale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Overbearing and controlling. Uses a managerial voice and is Type A in every aspect of her life. Notes: Comedic lines, medium role.

Mrs. SlocumFemale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A gossiping lady in the neighborhood, pleasant and motherly. Size: Small role.

Mrs. ClarkingsonFemale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A sweet gossiping neighbor. Size: Small role.

Mrs. McCarthyFemale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A gossiping neighbor, more like Mrs. Armstrong but hopeful. Size: Small role, with a funny bit.

Reverend HopkinsMale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Pleasant and wise, key to the story’s moral. Notes: Will deliver opening announcements live in a sermon style. Size: Small but important role. Should really sell the minister part with a loud and joyful performance.