The CM Performing Arts Center will be holding Auditions for A CHRISTMAS STORY on September 9th and 10th at 7PM. Please prepare 16-32 bars from the show or in the style of. If you can not attend auditions, you can send a video submission to the director at Patrick@cmpac.com PRIOR to the Auditions dates. You do not have to attend both audition dates, we simply have two dates to accommodate. We are seeking a cast of strong actor/singer/dancers. Tap Dancing is a plus but not a necessity.
Director: Patrick Grossman
Music Director: Matthew W. Surico
Choreographer: Kevin Burns
Stage Manager: Amanda Wenchel
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
LEAD ROLES
Jean Sheperd/ Narrator - Reads Late 40s to early 50s - Male (Spoken): Charismatic storyteller with a dynamic speaking voice who can draw an audience in to the world of the play. Radio personality. He (like his younger self) has a twinkle in his eye. An actor with presence and spark. A good-natured curmudgeon. Midwestern. This is a non-singing role.
Ralphie - Reads age 9-12 - Male (High belter, low F# to high D): A regular kid – cute but not overly handsome, not precious. He wouldn’t be lost in a crowd, but he wouldn’t stand out either. Bright, but not precocious; the boy next door. Ralphie above all is a dreamer. Seeking a young boy who is comfortable and honest on stage. Must be an excellent singer and able to carry a show. Tap Dancing is a big plus.
Randy - Reads age 8-9 - Male (High belter, low F# to high C#): Ralphie’s younger brother. Can be a bit awkward and offbeat; admires his big brother, Ralphie, but won’t admit it. Seeking a young boy who is comfortable and honest on stage, cute, cuddly, & whiny but not a brat. Must be able to tap.
FEATURED ROLES
Miss Shields - Reads Mid 20's - 40's - Female (Alto belter) She is Ralphie’s elementary school teacher. Perhaps a little boring looking at first – ah but underneath! Great with comedy. Character woman. An actress with a flexible voice who is comfortable singing both legit and contemporary Broadway – a belter. Great mover and a strong tapper.
Scut Farcus - Reads age 12-14 - Male: The classic bully; tough, perhaps taller than the other kids; there’s nothing about him you want to like. He’s that kid you always made sure to avoid in school. Gruff character voice. Must be able to tap.
Grover Dill - Reads age 8-12 - Male: Farcus’ toady, smaller
Santa - Reads age 30's-60's - Male (Tenor): ill-tempered, inebriated, unhappy with his job
Tap Specialty Boy - Reads age 8-14 - Male: Strong tap dancer – performs a featured tap solo.
ADDITIONAL ROLES FOR CHILDREN
Schwartz
Flick
Esther Jane
Mary Beth
Nancy
Goggles Kid
Can-Can Girls
Can-Can Girlfriend
Waiter’s Daughter
Kid Ensemble
ADDITIONAL ROLES FOR ADULTS:
Elves
Delivery Men
Townspeople (Men and Women)
Prairie Ensemble
Villain
Bankrobbers
Escaped Prisoner
Mrs. Schwartz
Flick’s Mom
Nancy’s Mother
Bartender
Policeman
Fireman
Doctor
Nurse
Waiter
PERFORMANCE DATES
Art Show in the Lobby before the show!
Videos
