Matilda Auditions
From the inspired genius of Roald Dahl, Matilda the Musical revels in the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination. Matilda Wormwood is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. She’s joined on stage by a wonderfully zany cast of characters: neglectful parents, a lovely teacher, a kind librarian, a horrible headmistress and a host of fellow students and adults who help tell this magical tale. Packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and a heartwarming story, this production needs a large, joyful cast to tell the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
ADULT ROLES:
Miss Agatha Trunchbull – 40s+
Bully, School Headmistress, Evil/Vindictive, British Accent Villain, Crude, Perfectionist
Vocal Range: Low alto/ Baritone range (C3-F#4)
Dancing: Mover
Mrs. Wormwood – 20s-30s
Mother, Cruel, Dumb, Dancer, Loud, Brash, Snarky, Sassy, Materialistic, Vain, over-the-top
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (D5-A4)
Dancing: Skilled Dancer
Mr. Wormwood – 20s-40s
Father, Cruel, Dumb, Car Salseman, Scam-artist, Silly, Conceited
Vocal Range: Baritone (A5-F3)
Dancing: Mover
Miss Honey – 20s
Matilda’s teacher, Kind, Loving, Motherly, Smart, Traumatized, Ultimately brave, Orphan
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (E5-F3)
Dancing: Mover
Miss Phelps – 20s+
Librarian, Kind, Mother figure, Listener, Sweet, Encouraging, Loves a good story
Non-Singing/Non-Dancing
The Escapologist – 20s+
Male, Magical, Herioc, Bold, Daring, Magnificant, Loving
Vocal Range: Baritone (D4-C3)
Dancing: Dancer
The Acrobat – 20s+
Female, Magical, Daring, Loving
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (D5-A4)
Dancing: Dancer
Rudolpho – 20s+
Mrs. Wormwood’s ‘Boy-toy’, Great Dancer, Thinks himself Rudolph Valentino, Vain, Funny, Over-the-top
Vocal Range: Tenor (A5-C3)
Dancing: Skilled Dancer
Plus Adult Ensemble w/Doubling
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director: Deb Currier
Choreographer: Alison Shafer
Vocal Director: Monica Schulz
Scenic Designer: Haley Wallenfeldt
Lighting Designer: Erin Thibodaux
Costume Designer: Casey Mercurio
Production Stage Manager: Gretchen Dudley
Assistant Stage Manager: Cecilia Bruening
We seek a diverse cast of ages, ethnicities, shapes and sizes, and abilities. No previous theatre experience is required.
Roles are available for adults, teens, and young actors grades 3 on up.
The initial audition will be a 10 minute individual appointment that consists of singing a prepared song and then reading from the script. A dance audition and/or callback will be held Wednesday or Thursday, December 6th or 7th. You will be notified if you need to attend the callback.
IF AUDITION SLOTS ARE FULL, you may contact Director Deb Currier (deborah.currier@1qct.org)
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Cast Meeting*: Monday, December 11 *all regular rehearsals are scheduled between the hours of 6pm-10:00pm, M-F
- Tech Week: February 7-14 (including Saturday and Sunday)
- Sponsor Show: February 15
- Performances: February 16-18 & 22-25 (evening performances @ 7:30p & Sunday matinees @ 2p)
- School Previews: February 20 8a-3:30p
AUDITION PAGES:
TBA – check the QCT website, volunteer web page or social media channels closer to the audition dates
IF YOU INTEND TO AUDITION, TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Please look over the audition info below.
- Each auditioner 13 years and older should come to the audition with 16 measures of a prepared song to sing, in the style of the music of Matilda. You are welcome to sing from the show if you choose. There are few non-singing roles in this show. If you prefer a non-singing role, please note that in your audition form.
- A live piano accompanist will be provided; therefore, bring the sheet music of your audition song, with your 16 measures clearly marked, for the accompanist. A Bluetooth speaker will be available, if you would rather sing to an accompaniment track (no vocals on the track).
- Following the singing of your song, you may be asked to do some additional singing, coached by the music director.
- You will read selections from the script, which will be assigned to you at that moment. Click Audition Selections to access materials from the script that will be used for auditions. Please do not memorize any of the pages for the audition.
- Please wear clothing appropriate to dance/move in.
- Some people may be asked to read/sing again on Wednesday or Thursday, December 6 & 7 for what is called a “callback audition.” You will be notified if you need to attend this additional round of auditions. Please keep Wednesday, Dec 6th and Thursday, Dec 7th open in case you are called back.
- Prior to your audition, please complete this Audition Form and bring it with you or arrive early to complete a form available at the welcome table.
- Auditions will be held at QCT. Please enter through the QCT STAGE DOOR located off Kentucky street. This is the south side of the Oakley-Lindsay Center, and a ramp leads to the door labeled “STAGE DOOR.”
- CAST & CREW MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL PERFORMANCES, INCLUDING STUDENT SHOWS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY ON FEB 20.
- REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held anywhere between the hours of 4pm and 10:00pm, Monday-Friday. Actors may not be called for every rehearsal or for the full length of a rehearsal until the final weeks. Some weekend rehearsals may be required. We will be on holiday break between December 23 and January 2.
- CONFLICTS: When listing conflicts on your audition form, please give exact days and times; we may be able to schedule around your pre-existing conflicts.
- ABSENCES: Cast members are allowed two (2) excused absences from rehearsal. NO UNEXCUSED ABSENCES WILL BE ALLOWED.
- Please note that no cast member may miss his/her scheduled rehearsal for any reason after February 5.
- TECHNICAL REHEARSALS: Before auditioning, please take note that tech week is scheduled for February 7-14. The specific schedule will be announced the week leading into these days.
- COSTUMES: You may be asked to provide supplementary costume pieces (such as undergarments and socks) and/or shoes.
By auditioning, you agree to the following:
Being a part of a QCT production is a HUGE commitment, but the reward is worth it! We will work together to create a joyful and high-quality production, and the final product is the result of everyone’s talents and strengths. No divas! You will be expected to work as needed outside of rehearsals on your lines, music and choreography; you will attend and arrive on time for all your scheduled rehearsals, and be ready to begin by the scheduled start time; you will leave anything negative (opinions, the day you’ve had, a case of the Grumpies) at the Stage Door and bring in your best, most supportive, most inclusive and positive self to our process. We will all: Be willing to step outside of comfort zones in rehearsals and try different things and treat every person involved in the production with care and respect – no matter the age or role.
Please, only audition if you are ready to commit to the above – let’s work hard and have some fun!
