THE THEATER OF THE ILLINOIS VALLEY SINCE 1968
UPCOMING AUDITIONS
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SYNOPSIS
L. Frank Baum’s classic novel comes to life in 'The Wizard of Oz.' This faithful adaptation features songs from the 1939 classic film and many more. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. To find her way home, she must journey along the Yellow Brick Road to see the mysterious and all-powerful Wizard in Emerald City. Along the way, she makes new friends, but must also brave many dangers, including the Wicked Witch of the West, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers. To make it home safely, Dorothy must learn an important lesson: there’s no place like home.
CASTING FOR ADULTS AND MUNCHKINS
Stage 212 is proud to present The Wizard of Oz this summer July 13-30th. Anyone 14 (currently in 8th Grade) and up may audition for all roles. Anyone currently in Kindergarten-4th grade may audition for a Munchkin. Adult auditions will be held April 4th, 5th and 7th. Munchkin auditions will be held May 5th and 6th
Adult Auditions:
Tuesday, April 4th, Wednesday, April 5th, and Friday April 7th at 5:00PM
*Video Submissions will be accepted until Thursday, April 6th
Callbacks: Saturday, April 8th scheduled starting at 9:00AM at Stage 212.
*First read-thru: Monday, April 10th at 6PM
Please complete the Google Form if auditioning adult:
Auditions will be held at Lighted Way Association in LaSalle, IL
Address: 941 6th St, La Salle, IL 61301
Enter through main office doors on Tonti Street.
Auditions will consist of singing, short movement/dance audition and reading sides from the script. Audition sides can be found here:
Auditionees are not required to have anything memorized. More information on audition specifics can be found on the audition Google Form linked above.
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Munchkin Auditions:
Friday, May 5th 5:00-6:00pm and 6:00-7:00pm and Saturday, May 6th 12:00-1:00pm and 1:00-2:00pm.
*Please note there will be no video submission option for Munchkin auditions.
Munchkin auditions will be done in time slots. Please click the link to sign-up for an audition time.
Auditions will be held at Stage 212, LaSalle, IL
Address: 700 1st St, La Salle, IL 61301
We are looking to cast up to 50 current Kindergarten to 4th graders. Unfortunately, if you are cast as a Munchkin you will be unable to audition for our Children's summer production (This will only affect students in 4th grade). We will split the 50 Munchkins into 2 casts.
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Performance Dates:
July 13-16th, 20-23rd, 28-39th.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening Performances at 7:00PM.
Saturday and Sunday matinee's at 2:00PM.
**Potential dates are July 26-27th at 7:00PM.
Questions? Contact Jessica Kreiser at jkreiser@lway1.org
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
All ages are Stage ages. We are considering all ages and genders for roles.
Dorothy Gale: A young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, strong-willed, and in search of something more. Heroic, Sympathetic, Conscientious.
Gender: Female
Age: Pre-teen (Casting 16 and up)
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano G3-A5
Scarecrow (doubles Hunk): Plucky and clever in a pinch, even without a brain. Strong with an honest quality. Loyal, Sweet, Fun.
Gender: Male
Age: 20-45
Vocal Range: Baritone D3-F#4
Tin Man (doubles Hickory): A kind-hearted romantic who is looking for a heart. Loyal, Sensitive, Cursed Gender: Male
Age: 20-45
Vocal Range: Tenor D3-G4
Lion (doubles Zeke): Cuddly bravado with a mix of cowardice. Loyal, Meek, Protective.
Gender: Male
Age: 20-45
Vocal Range: Baritone D3-F#4
Wicked Witch of the West (doubles Miss Gulch): The most villainous and evil sorceress in all of Oz. Evil, Powerful, Conniving.
Gender: Female
Age: 30-50
Vocal Range: Soprano A3-C6
The Wizard of Oz (doubles Professor Marvel): An older gentleman with an eccentric flair. Flashy, Fearsome. Fraud.
Gender: Male
Age: 50-70
Vocal Range: Bass/Baritone G#2-E4
Glinda (Possibly doubles Auntie Em): Good Witch of the North, benevolent and beloved. Good, Helpful, Protector.
Gender: Female
Age: 30-60
Vocal Range: Soprano G3-C6
Doorman (Possibly doubles Uncle Henry): An honest hardworking man. Soft and caring and knows a great deal about the world. Obedient, Haughty, Caring.
Gender: Male
Age: 30-60
Vocal Range: Baritone F3-D4
Ensemble (8-24 Actors): Ozians, Winkies, Crows, Trees, Monkeys, Farmhands Includes Featured Roles Gender: Any Age: 14+
Munchkins (casting 2 groups of 25): Casting children currently in Kindergarten through 4th grade