"Oliver!" the Musical in Need of Cast
"Oliver!" the musical casting actors. Please see the details below. About the project: The world of Oliver! bursts with heart, grit, humor, and unforgettable characters—from the innocence of young Oliver to the swagger of the Artful Dodger, the complexity of Fagin, and the fierce spirit of Nancy. Based on Charles Dickens’ classic novel, Oliver! follows the story of a young orphan who escapes a harsh workhouse, is drawn into the criminal underworld of Victorian London, and ultimately finds hope. Additional info: Doors open @6:30 pm. WHAT TO PREPARE: Please prepare 16–32 bars of a selected song from Oliver! Audition cuts: see the document attached. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. Cold reading selections will be provided. Resumes and headshots appreciated, though not required. This production welcomes seasoned performers and newcomers alike. If you are interested, please apply.
15 roles
The eccentric mastermind of a child-pickpocket crew. A deliciously complex role — sly, funny, manipulative, oddly tender. Range A2-F4.
Tough, vibrant, compassionate. A woman caught between loyalty and survival. Warmth and grit required; powerhouse singing role. Range F3-E5.
An intimidating, quietly explosive presence. Violent, feared, and unpredictable. Strong physicality; baritone voice. Range A2-D4.
Young member of Fagin’s world. Fiercely loyal to Nancy. Bright, scrappy energy; strong ensemble singer. Range Ab3-G5.
Self-important beadle of the workhouse. Larger-than-life comedic authority. Range C3-Ab4.
Sharp, calculating, and haughty. Strong comedic instincts. Range C4-F5.
Undertaker with a dry, morbid sense of humor. Range C3-F4.
Shrewd, business-minded, practical. A comedic pairing with Mr. Sowerberry. Range C4-F5.
The undertakers’ petty, jealous apprentice.
The Sowerberrys’ daughter. Slightly vain, easily flustered.
A gentleman of genuine warmth and integrity. Strong non-singing acting role.
Brownlow’s housekeeper. Kind, steady, maternal energy. Range C4-B4.
Brownlow’s opinionated friend. A bit of comic relief.
An aging pauper tied to Oliver’s backstory.
Workhouse boys, Fagin’s gang, market vendors, townspeople. Some featured roles may also play ensemble parts.
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