Casting Performers for "Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka" Show
The company is holding auditions production of "Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka" and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Step into a world of pure imagination with Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka! When five Golden Tickets are hidden in Wonka Bars across the world, Charlie Bucket’s life changes forever as he wins the last ticket and gets a magical tour of Wonka’s mysterious factory. Along the way, he and his fellow ticket winners face whimsical, wild, and sometimes dangerous consequences—ranging from giant chocolate rivers to teleporting via TV! With plenty of moral lessons, colorful characters, and dazzling surprises, this musical adventure is a sweet treat for all ages. Will Charlie’s honesty win him the greatest prize of all? Don’t miss this delightful, family-friendly show packed with fun, fantasy, and music! Rate: This show is a semi-professional production. Compensation is determined based on previous professional credits and experience. Not all roles are compensated. Additional info: Running January 30 - February 8, 2026 Rehearsal Dates: Sundays - Fridays Jan 2-29, 2026 What to Prepare: A Current Resume and Headshot A 32 bar cut of musical theatre song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Properly marked Sheet Music for accompaniment (Acapella auditions will not be considered) A dance audition and cold readings will also take place following your singing audition. Please apply if interested.
14 roles
Vocal range: G2 – F4 The eccentric owner of the famed Wonka Chocolate Factory. He is the epitome of an introvert. Somewhat of a recluse, he is quirky and has peculiar foibles. He is charming, enigmatic, charismatic, and slightly sinister. Wonka has a comedic side to him. Doubling as CANDYMAN and PHINEOUS TROUT.
Vocal range: Bb2 – F4 A caring, patient, and kindhearted man. Loving Grandfather to Charlie Bucket. He accompanies Charlie to the factory and it gives him a new burst of youthful vigor.
Vocal range: B2 – F4 Charlie’s father. He is a kind man who is trying to take care of his family, including both sets of parents, in very hard times. He hates his situation, but never gives up hope.
Vocal range: Bb3 – F5 Charlie’s nurturing mother. She is as kind as Charlie’s father. She is trying to hold everything together for her family.
Quick-witted, cheerful, elderly woman. Loves Nut-a-riffic bars!
Exasperated with Grandpa George because he is hard of hearing. Ability to holler at him in a controlled way. Funny elderly woman.
“Hard of hearing” elderly man who brings humor and crazy conversation to the house. Good sense of comedic timing.
Vocal range: B3 – E4 She is Augustus’s overprotective mother. She also loves to eat. Comedic part.
Vocal range: D4 – E5 Violet’s enthusiastic helicopter parent who focuses all her attention on her daughter. She indulges Violet’s worst competitive impulses.
Vocal range: D3 – E4 Very wealthy, indulgent, arrogant father of Veruca. He will do anything it takes to get his daughter what she wants.
Vocal range: B3 – F5 An old-fashioned housewife. She is Mike’s clueless and permissive mother.