Casting Call for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Play
"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Auditions are open for males and females. Please see the details below. About the project: In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem – and the fun – when the Herdmans collide head-on with the story of Christmas! This delightful show is adapted from the bestselling Young Adult book and has become a holiday staple for groups across the United States. The crowd-pleasing comedy features plenty of great roles for children and adults, a few favorite Christmas Carols, and lots of laughs. Additional info: Auditions will include reading lines and singing a small piece on stage. Rehearsal Schedule Will Start In September. Cast Roles: 1-2 days/week; Kids Roles: 1 day/week. Show Dates: December 5, 6, 7, 2025. If interested, please apply.
13 roles
Typical kid brother; says what he thinks (comedic opportunities).
Charlie’s older and wiser sister; honest and kind. (singing)
Sweet, good-humored, slightly frazzled mom.
Easy-going dad with a wry sense of humor.
An organized steamroller who is always in charge.
Occasionally befuddled and always well-meaning.
Sassy and tells it like it is.
A sweet southerner who calls everyone “honey.”
A direct, no-nonsense type.
A know-it-all who thinks she is perfect. (speaking and singing)
A preacher’s kid; he needs to behave and be nice.
A wimpy kid with glasses who asks too many questions.
Beth’s earnest friend; sometimes a goody-goody.
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