Casting Performers for "The Hobbit" Play

Bilbo Baggins A contented hobbit, reluctant to leave the comforts of home, who discovers his courage as his adventures unfold. Gandalf A wandering wizard with a glint of mischief and eternal hope in his eyes. He may not always be there when wanted, but appears when needed most, inspiring courage in others.

Thorin Oakenshield A displaced dwarven king, distrustful of strangers, on a quest to reclaim his throne and title as King Under the Mountain. Dwalin A gruff, brawny dwarf and brother of Balin. Balin Kind, wise, and the oldest of the dwarves. Brother of Dwalin. Kili & Fili Young, adventurous, mischievous brothers and nephews of Thorin. Both are musically inclined. Dori As strong-headed as he is strong-armed. A loyal subject of Thorin. Nori Ori Oin Gloin Bifur Bofur Bombur

Three Cockney trolls Plotting to eat the dwarves. These roles call for comfort with puppetry and a strong comedic presence.

Rivendell Elves Jovial, singing elves. Thranduil Elven leader of Mirkwood, wilder and more suspicious of others than the Rivendell Elves. Elven Guards Stoic and hostile toward dwarves.

The Great Goblin Self-important and snobbish, a cruel leader of goblins who fear only one weapon. Goblin Attendant A sniveling, groveling loyalist to the Great Goblin. Goblin Guards Wild, berserker-like creatures.

Gollum A slimy creature, fond of riddles and tricks, who unknowingly gives Bilbo an advantage on his quest. Smaug The magnificent, chiefest of all calamities. Since taking Erebor from the dwarves many years ago, this dragon has fiercely guarded his stolen hoard of gold.