THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN PERFORMING WITH GCT!
Our theatre welcomes all performers of all ages and experience levels. The audition can be a great experience to get to know others with similar passions to yours and get some good experience… and maybe be cast in your first show! Our audition process is often very fun and informal. Our rehearsals are usually Mon-Thurs evenings, and our performances are Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
More audition information will also be posted on our GCT AUDITIONS! Facebook page.
GOLDEN CHAIN THEATRE
42130 HWY 41
OAKHURST, CA
559-683-7112
Audition Info
- Open auditions for all roles begin promptly at 10 a.m. and may run as late as 2 p.m.
- Doors open at 9:30 p.m. Plan to arrive early to fill out an audition form. Please write clearly, especially your contact information. Headshots and resumes are not required. If you are under 18, your parent or guardian needs to be present.
- Please bring your personal calendar and provide a complete list of your conflicts through the run of the show.
- Please prepare 60 seconds of any song that best showcases your vocal range and fits the style of character you are interested in auditioning for. You may choose a song from the musical you are auditioning for if you like. Limit your selection to 1 minute, or about 32 bars.
- Using a smartphone recording of your accompaniment is OK.
- No A Cappella singing.
- Please dress comfortably and be ready to move and dance if required.
Matilda The Musical
Rated PG
Director: Michael Van Buren
Audition Date: December 7, 10:00am
Matilda Audition Sides: Download PDF
You should have a 30 to 45 bar (about a minute) audition song prepared if you are auditioning for a singing role (most are). In addition to the vocal audition, we will be reading scenes for specific characters from the show. These scenes will be posted prior to the audition so you can familiarize yourself with them. We will also be learning a short choreography audition piece which will be performed in groups.
In addition to the significant kids cast, there is a need for an ensemble of adults who will be portraying a variety of characters throughout the show. They will be involved with a significant amount of the group musical numbers as parents, teachers and a number of specific roles mentioned below.
Matilda Wormwood Character is enigmatic, serious, intense. “. An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched. Likable and charismatic, not annoying or pretentious. Honest and unassuming, but with a prankster streak and a strong sense of justice. Must be a very strong singer and actress, equally. Strong dancing skills preferred.
Miss Trunchbull age range 30s-70s, high baritone (can be played by female or male), Headmistress of Crunchem Hall, the tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children. Trunchbull is a cruel and sadistic person- rather, sly and conniving, cunning and slinky. Above all, must be a strong actor with a good sense of physicality and characterization. Strong singer. Once a famous athlete, now described as a “gigantic Holy terror”.
Miss Honey age range 20s-40s, adored by every child in her care, secretly Miss Trunchbull’s niece. Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull. Sweet, honest, caring, and intelligent, Miss Honey is timid but willing to become brave and stand up to bullies in order to protect her students. Must be a strong singer and a strong enough actor to make the role truly compelling.
Mr. Wormwood: Age range 20s-60s, vocal range approximately top A to f dealer in second hand cars, a crook. Wormwood is Matilda’s uncaring father. He is best described as – A slimy, greedy used-car salesman, unintentionally hilarious. Must be a VERY strong actor and comedian; improv and dance and movement skills needed for this physical characterization.
Mrs. Wormwood: Age range 20s-60s, strong belt voice approximately up to top F/G, mother of Michael and Matilda, obsessed with amateur ballroom dancing. Mrs. Wormwood is Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer. Must be a VERY strong comedic/character actress, dancer, and singer able to carry off a sizable comedic role.
Mrs. Phelps: Age range 20s-70s, encouraging local librarian who is Matilda’s confidant. No solos or Dance features. Acting role
Rudolpho: Age range 20s-60s, Mrs. Wormwood’s dance partner. Must be a strong social dancer, particularly with tango or other Latin dance experience. Michael Wormwood teens-20s, Matilda’s older brother. He is a deadpan comedic character, with various lines and “bits” throughout the show. Must be a strong comedic actor.
Sergei: Age range 20s-60s, baritone, Russian mafia boss who is after Mr. Wormwood.
Doctor: Age range 20s-60s, high tenor with a comfortable top A.
Escapologist: Age range 20s-60s, high lyric baritone.
Acrobat: Age range 20s-60s, Dancer/Gymnast.
Bruce: Comic acting ability. Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to punishment by Miss Trunchbull. Bruce is a genuine, kind boy with a fondness for sweets; his spirit is broken by the Trunchbull but he bounces back stronger than ever. Must be a very strong actor and singer with monologues, scenes, and solos.
Amanda: Strong dance and vocal ability.
Lavender: Loud and kooky, likes to have fun, strong singing and acting.
Alice: Strong and bold actress, strong dance and vocal ability.
Hortensia: Feisty actress, strong dance and vocal ability.
Eric: Cute smaller actor who moves well and sings.
Nigel: Strong dance and vocal ability.
Tommy: Strong dance and vocal ability.
Kids: Singing and dancing. Matilda’s classmates. Ages 7-11.
Big Kids: Singing and dancing. Older kids at Matilda’s school. Ages 11-17.
Additional Adult Ensemble Roles: Mums, Dads, Doctors, Nurses, Teachers, Mechanic, Dance, Judge, Henchmen, and Henchwomen.