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James and the Giant Peach Jr. – Auditions!Footlight Productions @ The Movement Studio invites young performers ages 6–18 to audition for James and the Giant Peach Jr., to be presented April 30th–May 2nd at The Movement Studio in Prescott Valley.
Auditions for Singers and Actors will be held in 15-minute blocks by appointment on January 26th and 27th (between 6-8pm).
Please email [email protected] to schedule an audition time.
Come prepared to sing a short song segment (YouTube karaoke links recommended) and read a small selection from the script. This production is open to youth performers only, and the show is appropriate for all ages.
A full cast read-through will be held on February 2nd at 6:30pm at The Movement Studio.
Rehearsals will begin Wednesday, February 11th and will continue on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings, as called. Only actors who are needed will be called, and we are happy to work around reasonable conflicts.
Performances
Performances are scheduled for
April 30th–May 2nd
at The Movement Studio in Prescott Valley
Actor Fee
The actor fee is $150, which helps cover royalties, sets, and props and includes a production T-shirt.
Sibling performers receive 15% off.
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements along the way.
The possibilities for creative costuming and puppetry abound, and young actors will love playing the outlandish and larger-than-life human and insect characters.
Character Breakdown
James
James is the hero of our story, on an epic quest to find a family of his own and gain confidence in himself. Cast a young boy with an unchanged voice and someone who has great acting instincts. Make sure he can win over an audience and is comfortable being onstage.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Ladahlord
Ladahlord is a mysterious character who seems to have a hand in the magical things that are happening. Though he may seem a bit off, he carefully watches over James, making sure James moves towards to a better life. Ladahlord also serves as a guiding narrator throughout the story. This is a perfect role for a charismatic young actor who can sing and dance well.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Centipede
Centipede may be a bit of grouch, but he is ever-loyal to the pack, and by the end of the story, he s won over by James. James sees Centipede as that cranky uncle with a heart of gold. Centipede should have a good singing voice, and be able to make strong, specific acting choices.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Grasshopper
Grasshopper, the leader of the Insects, is ever the optimist and assumes a paternal role in James life. Cast a performer who can sing and act well, but foremost has a warm, inviting presence.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Angry Crowd
The Angry Crowd is in search of the amazing giant peach, but they quickly turn into an angry mob when the peach is nowhere to be found. These ensemble parts are easy to cast from any of your company.
Gender: any
Earthworm
Earthworm is a gentle spirit, although he can be a bit of a coward. Luckily, he gains enough courage to save the day by baiting some gullible seagulls. Earthworm looks at James as a brother figure. Cast a performer who can sing well, and more importantly, someone who isn t afraid of being a little outlandish.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Spiker and Sponge
Spiker and Sponge are the sort of aunts (or monsters) that you fear ever being stuck with. They take James into their home but�only so that he can be their own personal servant. Spiker is the brains of the operation, and Sponge is more concerned with finding something to eat. These are great character roles for two young performers who are fantastic singers and actors. To play into the humor, cast a duo that contrasts completely in physical appearance.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Ladybug
Ladybug immediately takes on a doting, maternal role in James life. This is a fantastic role for a performer with a great singing voice and a regal demeanor.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Vagrants
The Vagrants, including Doreen Driggles, Ridgley Rapscallion, Violet Funkschmeller, and Chris Cryermouth are an ensemble of have-nots to support Spiker and Sponge s treacherous plans. These ensemble roles are important for making up the world of the musical. The Passing Man, Man (with wallet) and Passing Woman all have featured moments where they fall victim to Spiker and Sponge.
Gender: any
Spider
Spider is a clever creature who becomes �a fun-loving older sister to James. A young woman with a spunky personality and a great voice is a perfect choice for the role.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Matron Nurse
The Matron Nurse runs the Painswick Orphanage, and you definitely get a sense she hasn t had a vacation in years. This is a great acting role for a young woman who can command a room.
Gender: female
Sharks And Seagulls
The Sharks and Seagulls are featured in Plump and Juicy. Cast strong movers and dancers in these roles.
Gender: any
Reporters
The Reporters, including Ida Walters, are on the scene just as the peach is becoming larger than life. Cast a group of energetic performers.
Gender: any
New Yorkers
New Yorkers, including the Screaming Women, Lucille Van Kooglestein, Bunny Mackenzie The Third, Jake and Joe all witness the peach land directly on the Empire State Building and are sent into a panic! Cast a handful of characters for these cameo roles.
Gender: any
Zoo Crowd
Mr. Trotter, Mrs. Trotter, Karl Kreatour and the Zoo Crowd are all part of James nightmare. These are small, featured roles, so feel free to cast from your ensemble.
Gender: any
Farm Animals, Willy Wonka And Oompa-Loompas
Farm Animals, Willy Wonka and Oompa-Loompas are all in harm s way as the peach outgrows its stem and rolls towards the ocean. These are very fun cameo roles for performers with personality.
Gender: any
Hollywood Agents
The Hollywood Agents, led by Buzz, �jump in on the success of the growing peach with movie and Broadway deals for Spiker and Sponge. Like the Reporters, this is a fun group to cast with some lively performers.
Gender: any
Billy and Bobby Bobby-Cop
Billy and Bobby Bobby-Cop are a perfectly unified pair of cops working for Scotland Yard. This is fun cameo role for two performers who work well together.
Gender: male
Ladies
Bitsy Botana and the rest of the Ladies Garden Guild are in flowery frocks and hats, intent on having Spiker and Sponge give the keynote speech at their conference. A few young performers with good voices will do the trick.
Gender: female
Cruise Ensemble
The Cruise Ensemble are various vacationers en route to New York with Spiker and Sponge. Use anyone from your ensemble to fill out the scene!
Gender: any
Garden Chorus
The Garden Chorus comes to life in Shake It Up as Ladahlord mixes a magical potion. This is a great place to cast kids of various skill level and get them excited about musical theater.
Gender: any
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