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AUDITIONS

James and the Giant Peach, Jr.

Friday, March 9 at 6:30pm -and- Saturday, March 10 at 1pm

at the Montgomery Theater

Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score with witty and charming characters, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. Directed by Adam Danoff.

Young actors, ages 12 and up, will be considered for all roles. Non-union professionals considered for two stipend contracts (age 21+).

Please prepare 16 bars of a memorized show tune. Bring headshot/photo, resume, sheet music, and all potential conflicts for the months of April and May. No CDs. No appointments necessary. Auditions held on the Project Stage.

Rehearsals TBD beginning the second week of April with performances:

May 18 @ 7pm

May 19 @ 4pm and 6:30pm

May 20 @ 7pm

May 24 @ 7pm

May 25 @ 7pm

May 26 @ 4pm and 6:30pm

May 27 @ 4pm and 6:30pm

Characters include:

Ladahlord – the guiding narrator of the story. A bit mysterious, but a true showman!

James – the hero of the story, on an epic quest to find a family of his own

Ladybug – one of James' insect friends, she is protective of James and kind

Grasshopper – another of James' companions and the defacto leader of the insects

Spider – a clever and fun loving bug

Earthworm – a gentle and shy creature who finds his inner flair

Centipede – a grouchy fellow, but still loyal to his pack

Spiker & Sponge – James' mean old aunties who would con and grift anyone

Ensemble – actors who fill out the world: policemen, vagrants, seagulls, reporters, and more!

Inquiries can be sent to Tom Quinn