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ABOUT THE SHOW
Matilda, a precocious young girl who is neglected by her family, finds solace in the library and her compassionate teacher, Miss Honey. When the school principal Miss Trunchbull makes school unbearable for her classmates, Matilda uses her powers of telekinesis to overcome the bully and create a better life for herself.
Matilda originated in London’s West End in 2011 and features an unforgettable score by musical comedian Tim Minchin. The musical is the winner of seven Olivier Awards and five Tony Awards.
Audition Notice
MATILDA:
THE MUSICAL
The much-loved story by Roald Dahl bursts into musical life on the CTG stage!
The show plays weekends, January 25 through March 1, 2020.
WHEN
CHILDREN ONLY AUDITIONS (AGES 6 - 17)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20
1 pm - 6 pm
ADULT ONLY AUDITIONS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
9 am - 1 pm
CHILDREN AND ADULT CALLBACKS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
2 pm - 6 pm
POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL CALLBACKS
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
5 pm - 8 pm
WHERE
24238 Main Street in the White Building Studio
at the Canyon Theatre Guild.
WHAT
• The directors are seeking male & female actors of all ages.
• All races/ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Please prepare 32 bars of show tune in the style of the
show. Bring a backing track with no background vocals on
an MP3 device. (Please, no a cappella singing.)
• Please dress appropriately in comfortable clothes for a
dance audition.
• Experienced vocalists and dancers strongly encouraged
to audition.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
*Ages are character ages and do not reflect the actual age required of actor.
Matilda Wormwood
An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched.
• Gender: Female
• Age: 6 to 10
• Vocal range: A3 – D5
Miss Agatha Trunchbull
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda's school who despises children.
• Gender: Any
• Age: 35 to 55
• Vocal range: A2 – G4
Miss Honey
Matilda's kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull.
• Gender: Female
• Age: 25 to 40
• Vocal range: F3 – D5
Mr. Wormwood
Matilda's uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman.
• Gender: Male
• Age: 35 to 45
• Vocal range: D3 – A4
Mrs. Wormwood
Matilda's self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.
• Gender: Female
• Age: 35 to 45
• Vocal range: A3 – F5
Michael Wormwood
Matilda's older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents.
• Gender: Male
• Age: 10 to 15
Bruce
Matilda's classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull.
• Gender: Male
• Age: 7 to 14
• Vocal range: C4 – E5
Lavender
Matilda's classmate and friend.
• Gender: Female
• Age: 7 to 10
Mrs. Phelps
A nice librarian.
• Gender: Female
• Age: 25 to 45
The Escapologist
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination.
• Gender: Male
• Vocal range: C3 – E4
The Acrobat
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination.
• Gender: Female
• Vocal range: D4 – A4
Rudolpho
Mrs. Wormwood's ballroom dance partner.
• Gender: Male
• Must be an experienced dancer.
• Vocal range: D#3 – A4
Doctor
Mrs. Wormwood's Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda.
• Gender: Male
• Vocal range: C3 – A4
Children’s Entertainer
A party entertainer at the start of the show.
• Gender: Male
• Vocal range: F#3 – Eb4
Ensemble
To include roles for:
Adults: Cook, Henchmen, Parents
Kids/Teens: Amanda, Nigel, Eric, Alice, Hortensia, Tommy, Students