EXPIRES: March 4, 2024
Seeking Singers for “Matilda The Musical”
Description
The company is holding auditions for “Matilda The Musical” and looking for actors, please see the details below.
About the project:
Matilda The Musical is presented by The Bellevue Society for the Arts and based on the beloved novel by best-selling author Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox). It is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her destiny.
Additional info:
Callbacks March 6 if needed.
Production May 10, 11, 12, & 17, 18, 19, 2024.
In-person auditions are mandatory. In certain circumstances, virtual auditions may be possible.
If interested, please apply.
13 Project roles
MISS AGATHA TRUNCHBULL
Female.
40
-60.
All ethnicities
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children. She is physically imposing.
Height: Very tall, preferably over 6’
Essentials: *This performer must be physically fit and agile;
Vocal Range: A2-G4
Application deadline closed.
MISS JENNY HONEY
Female.
25
-40.
All ethnicities
Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull
Height: Flexible
Essentials: Vulnerable, timid, shy, compassionate, with burgeoning inner strength
Vocal Range: F3-D5
Application deadline closed.
MR. WORMWOOD
Male.
30
-45.
All ethnicities
Matilda’s loathsome father.
He’s an over-the-top slimy, greedy used-car salesman
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer must have excellent comedic timing
Vocal Range: D3-A4
Application deadline closed.
MRS. WORMWOOD
Female.
30
-45.
All ethnicities
Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent, over-the-top mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.
Height: Tall-ish, preferably 5’6” or taller
Essentials: *This performer must be a strong dancer. Flexibility/gymnastic skills are a plus.
Vocal Range: A3-F5
Application deadline closed.
DOCTOR
Male.
30
-50.
All ethnicities
Mrs. Wormwood’s Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda.
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer should be a strong singer, actor, and dancer.
Vocal Range: C3-A4
Application deadline closed.
MRS. PHELPS
Female.
35
-65.
All ethnicities
Female Ensemble–A sweet, pragmatic librarian and Matilda’s adult friend.
Height: Flexible
Essentials: warm, twinkly
Vocal Range: Any - Mezzo/Soprano/Alto
Application deadline closed.
THE ESCAPOLOGIST
Male.
25
-40.
All ethnicities
Ensemble–A character in Matilda’s story who comes to life in her imagination
Height: Flexible, on the taller side
Essentials: *This performer should be a strong mover with a booming voice
Vocal Range: C3-E4
Application deadline closed.
THE ACROBAT
Female.
25
-40.
All ethnicities
Female Ensemble–A character in Matilda’s story who comes to life in her imagination.
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer must be able to perform gymnastic or other circus tricks and should be a strong actor.
Vocal Range: D4-A4 (Possible V/O by another performer) - Mezzo/Soprano/Alto
Application deadline closed.
RUDOLPHO
Male.
20
-45.
All ethnicities
Male Ensemble–Mrs. Wormwood’s over-the-top ballroom dance partner and instructor
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer must be a very strong dancer. Flexibility/gymnastics skills a plus.
Vocal Range: D#3-A4
Application deadline closed.
CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINER
Male.
25
-50.
All ethnicities
Male Ensemble–A party entertainer at the start of the show.
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer needs strong facial expression
Vocal Range: F#3-Eb4
Application deadline closed.
COOK
Female.
25
-45.
All ethnicities
Female Ensemble–The not-so-clean cook at Matilda’s school.
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer should have strong comedic instincts
Vocal Range: Any
Application deadline closed.
MALE ENSEMBLE/Swing
Female.
25
-45.
All ethnicities
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer should be a strong actor, singer, and dancer.
Vocal Range: Any
Application deadline closed.
FEMALE ENSEMBLE/Swing
Female.
25
-45.
All ethnicities
Height: Flexible
Essentials: *This performer should be a strong actor, singer, and dancer
Vocal Range: Any
Application deadline closed.