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Performers Needed for "Annie" and "Elf" Musicals

Kansas City, MO, United States
ID: 279627Exp: 3/7/2025
Description:

Live auditions for "Annie" and "Elf" shows. Looking for cast. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the breakdown below. Additional info: All auditioners will learn the same song and dance, regardless of which show(s) they are auditioning for. Performers will also be given the opportunity to read a dramatic selection from one of the shows, these selections will be provided at the audition. Only those auditioning and the production staff will be allowed in the room while auditions are going on. Callback auditions will be held on the afternoon of March 10. Callback auditions will be by invitation only by the directors, performers invited to callback auditions will be contacted the evening of March 9th and assigned a time. More information regarding callbacks will be provided at the general live auditions. "Annie" show dates: June 27-29, 2025. "Elf" show dates: August 1-3, 2025. If you are interested, please apply.

51 roles

Oliver WarbucksMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

A powerful, self-assured billionaire who always has his mind on business. While sometimes gruff and abrupt he has a kind heart. At first he is awkwardly affectionate toward Annie, but he soon finds himself completely charmed by her. (baritone, light to moderate dancer) "Annie"

Miss HanniganFemale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

The orphanage matron. Her distaste for her job and the children is obvious in every move she makes and every line she delivers. She is predictable and funny, in her ridiculous, cruel ways. Looking for an actress who can act with her whole body! (alto, light to moderate dancer) "Annie"

Grace FerrellFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Supporting role) is the loyal private secretary to Oliver Warbucks. Grace is mature, calm, and classy. She is businesslike when dealing with Miss Hannigan, yet maternal toward Annie. (soprano, moderate dancer) "Annie"

Rooster HanniganMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Supporting role) is Miss Hannigan’s despicable brother. Rooster is flashy and self-assured. His “moves” are as smooth as a gambler’s: sly, and deceiving. The actor playing this role should bring a sense of fun to the character and have a good sense of comic timing. (baritone, moderate dancer) "Annie"

Lily St. RegisFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Supporting role) is Rooster’s airhead girlfriend. She is always distracted, although she manages to pick up on any conversation involving money. Like Rooster, the actress playing this role should bring a sense of fun to the character and have a good sense of comic timing. (soprano, moderate to strong dancer) "Annie"

DrakeMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured role) is the head butler of the Warbucks Mansion, and a good friend to Grace. Responsible, if somewhat clumsy. (baritone, moderate dancer) "Annie"

CecilleFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Cecille and Annette (featured roles) are two maids in service at the Warbucks Mansion. They have a penchant for gossip, but are faithful to their line of work. (no solo singing, moderate to strong dancers) "Annie"

AnnetteFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Cecille and Annette (featured roles) are two maids in service at the Warbucks Mansion. They have a penchant for gossip, but are faithful to their line of work. (no solo singing, moderate to strong dancers) "Annie"

Mrs. GreerFemale40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Greer and Mrs. Pugh (featured roles) are the two head housekeepers in service at the Warbucks Mansion. They help to run the household alongside Drake with iron rule. (no solo singing, light to moderate dancers) "Annie"

Mrs. PughFemale40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

Mrs. Greer and Mrs. Pugh (featured roles) are the two head housekeepers in service at the Warbucks Mansion. They help to run the household alongside Drake with iron rule. (no solo singing, light to moderate dancers) "Annie"

BundlesMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is a laundryman, who wants nothing to do with Miss Hannigan. Much like her, he detests working with children. (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

Lit. WardBoth genders30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured role) is a policeman who is sent after to find Annie when she escapes from the orphanage. They have no patience for the rabble in the “Hooverville” shanties. (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

PolicemanBoth genders20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured role) is Lit. Ward’s partner, working the local NYC beat. (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

The Dog CatcherBoth genders20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

The Dog Catcher and their assistant (cameo roles) are the main heat for New York City’s canine population. A bit power hungry, they strive to do their job as well as they can. (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

AssistantBoth genders20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

The Dog Catcher and their assistant (cameo roles) are the main heat for New York City’s canine population. A bit power hungry, they strive to do their job as well as they can. (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

UsheretteFemale18-29 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is the peachy-keen stewardess of The Roxy cinema. (no solo singing, moderate dancer) "Annie"

Star-to-BeFemale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is the next dame of the Great White Way. She’s got it all—looks, talent, and pizazz! (mezzo-soprano, moderate to strong dancer) "Annie"

Bert HealyMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured role) is your ol’ pal from the air waves! He’s the smarmy host of the beloved Oxydent Hour of Smiles, and loves to charm a crowd. (tenor, moderate dancer) "Annie"

Boylan SistersFemale18-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured roles) are the enchanting backing group at the Oxydent Hour of Smiles, each of them anxiously awaiting their big break! (soprano, moderate dancers) "Annie"

Jimmy JohnsonMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is one of the latest guests on the Oxydent Hour of Smiles. He’s known as “Radio’s Only Masked Announcer!” (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

Fred McCrackenMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is one of the latest guests on the Oxydent Hour of Smiles. He and his dummy sidekick—Wacky—take the air waves by storm every week! (no solo singing, no featured dance, but ventriloquy and/or puppetry preferred) "Annie"

Franklin D. RooseveltMale40-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(Featured role) is the President of the United States, and personally aids Annie in the search for her parents. Upon meeting Annie, he is inspired to form a new deal of sorts to restore the American economy. (playing 51, baritone, no featured dance, an actor who uses a wheelchair or is comfortable in a wheelchair on stage preferred) "Annie"

HullMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Hull, Perkins, Howe, Ickles, and Morgenthau (cameo roles) are members of Roosevelt’s presidential cabinet. Brash and domineering, they are initially slightly off-kilter when a young orphan starts calling the shots. (mezzo-baritone, light dancers) "Annie"

PerkinsFemale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Hull, Perkins, Howe, Ickles, and Morgenthau (cameo roles) are members of Roosevelt’s presidential cabinet. Brash and domineering, they are initially slightly off-kilter when a young orphan starts calling the shots. (mezzo-baritone, light dancers) "Annie"

HoweMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Hull, Perkins, Howe, Ickles, and Morgenthau (cameo roles) are members of Roosevelt’s presidential cabinet. Brash and domineering, they are initially slightly off-kilter when a young orphan starts calling the shots. (mezzo-baritone, light dancers) "Annie"

IcklesMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Hull, Perkins, Howe, Ickles, and Morgenthau (cameo roles) are members of Roosevelt’s presidential cabinet. Brash and domineering, they are initially slightly off-kilter when a young orphan starts calling the shots. (mezzo-baritone, light dancers) "Annie"

MorgenthauMale30-59 y.o.All ethnicities

Hull, Perkins, Howe, Ickles, and Morgenthau (cameo roles) are members of Roosevelt’s presidential cabinet. Brash and domineering, they are initially slightly off-kilter when a young orphan starts calling the shots. (mezzo-baritone, light dancers) "Annie"

Justice Louis BrandeisMale50-69 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, and is called upon personally by Roosevelt and Warbucks to assist in Annie’s adoption. (no solo singing, no featured dance) "Annie"

Apple SellerBoth genders20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Cameo role) is a down-on-their-luck, happy-go-lucky merchant just trying to get through the day. (no solo singing, moderate dancer) "Annie"

EddieMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Eddie and Sophie (cameo roles) are residents of the Hooverville shanty that Annie runs off to. Despite their kindness, they are embittered by the way their lives have gone. (baritone and alto, light to moderate dancers) "Annie"

SophieFemale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Eddie and Sophie (cameo roles) are residents of the Hooverville shanty that Annie runs off to. Despite their kindness, they are embittered by the way their lives have gone. (baritone and alto, light to moderate dancers) "Annie"

Citizens of the “Hooverville” ShantyBoth genders20-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The Adult Ensemble will play various roles. (all voice types, all dance skill levels). "Annie"

Staff Members in the Warbucks MansionBoth genders20-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The Adult Ensemble will play various roles. (all voice types, all dance skill levels). "Annie"

BuddyBoth genders20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(male-presenting); Voice part: Tenor (to C5). The endearing, earnest heart of the story. While Buddy is often perplexed by the world outside the North Pole, it is important that he is not juvenile. He is an adult, but one raised by Santa and the elves — he sees the world through Christmas-colored glasses and brings joy to (almost) everyone he meets. The role of Buddy requires a triple-threat performer who can sing, dance, and act his way through the entire show! "Elf"

WalterBoth genders40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(male-presenting); Voice part: Baritone (character singing). Intimacy requirements: holding hands, hugging, physical affection. Buddy’s biological father. A workaholic, tense, and joyous man. As the story progresses, we see his softer side and watch him transform into a loving family man. "Elf"

SantaBoth genders40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male-presenting); Voice part: Baritone. Buddy’s adopted father. Serves as the Narrator for the audience. Warm, affectionate, and a bit perpetually perplexed. "Elf"

JovieBoth genders20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

(Female-presenting); Voice part: Mezzo-soprano w/ belt (to D5) Intimacy requirements: holding hands, hugging, kissing, physical affection, partner dancing. A sardonic, somewhat cynical Macy’s employee who becomes Buddy’s love interest. She is whisked into Buddy’s world and becomes his biggest advocate. Jovie’s sarcasm somewhat obscures her warm, loyal personality. "Elf"

EmilyBoth genders40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Female-presenting); Voice part: Mezzo-soprano w/ belt (to Eb5). Intimacy requirements: holding hands, hugging, physical affection. Walter’s loving, exhausted wife. She is warm, kind, and intelligent. She is eager for Walter to reconnect with his family and embraces Buddy shortly after his arrival. "Elf"

DebBoth genders20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

(Female-presenting); Voice part: Mezzo-soprano. Intimacy requirements: hugging, physical affection, partner dancing. Walter’s over-achieving secretary. A fun, goofy, optimistic person. She takes an instant liking to Buddy. "Elf"

Mr. GreenwayBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male-presenting). Walter’s boss. At first a tyrannical, angry man — later, a song-and-dance man! "Elf"

Store ManagerBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The good, friendly manager of Macy’s trying to get the job done during the stressful Christmas season. "Elf"

ChadwickBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male-presenting). One of Walter’s right-hand men. A bit dumb. "Elf"

MatthewsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Male-presenting). One of Walter’s right-hand men. A bit of a schemer. "Elf"

ElvesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Including featured Elves with lines and solos). The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

Mrs. ClausFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

Mr. NarwhalMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

Security GuardsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

Store EmployeesBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

Store CustomersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

Office WorkersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"

OthersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The ensemble. The show includes many high-energy dance numbers and lots of Ensemble scene work. There are many roles and small solos that will be divided amongst the Ensemble. "Elf"