Matilda - Adult Auditions
Schedule
Mon Apr 29 2024 at 06:30 pm
Location
1300 Gendy St, Fort Worth, TX, United States, Texas 76107 | Fort Worth, TX
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Show: MatildaGenre: Musical
Director: Deborah Jung
SHOW SYNOPSIS: Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life!
Packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and an unforgettable star turn for a young actress, Matilda is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
AUDITION DATES:
• Adult Auditions: Monday, April 29, 2024, from 6:30pm-9pm – Arts Fort Worth, Basement rehearsal space, 1300 Gendy St, Fort Worth; will begin with dance audition with all candidates. Non-dancers please arrive at 7pm.
• Video Auditions Accepted: Send Youtube video, headshot, and resume to [email protected] by Monday, April 29. Must be available for Callbacks in person.
• Adult Callbacks: Wednesday, May 1, at 7pm, Garber Hall, 1300 Gendy St, Fort Worth
•Youth Audition: July 7, time TBD (Camp registration required)
To Apply: RSVP to Michelle McCullough: [email protected]
Call KWC Performing Arts @ 817-737-5437, Ext. 1, and ask for Erica Herrera if you have any questions or email her at [email protected]
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Please prepare approximately 32 bars from a musical in style of the show. Bring your music as an Accompanist will be provided. Please make sure your music is in the proper key, and is clearly marked. No acappella auditions, and we do not provide a sound system to facilitate the use of tracks.
Additionally, please be prepared for cold readings from the script.
REHEARSAL DATES: July 15-August 1, Monday-Friday. Called rehearsals between 9am and 5pm, with occasional evenings as scheduled.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
August 2 – 10am (preview), 7:30pm
August 3 – 2pm, 7:30pm
August 4 – 2pm
Cast must be available for all performances in order to rehearse and perform.
CASTING INFORMATION (No Equity contracts available):
Mr. Wormwood - Matilda's uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman.
Gender: Male Presenting
Age: Adult
Vocal Range: D3-A4
Mrs. Wormwood - Matilda's self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.
Gender: Female Presenting
Age: Adult
Vocal Range: A3-F5 (belt)
Mrs. Phelps - A nice librarian. Gender: Female Presenting
Age: Adult
The Escapologist - A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination.
Gender: Male Presenting
Age: Adult
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 Presenting
Age: Adult
Vocal Range: D4-A4
Rudolpho - Mrs. Wormwood's ballroom dance partner. Gender: Male Presenting
Age: Adult
Vocal Range: D#3-A4
Doctor - Mrs. Wormwood's Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. Gender: Male Presenting
Age: Adult
Vocal Range: C3-A4
Children’s Entertainer - A party entertainer at the start of the show. Gender: Any
Age: Adult
Vocal Range: F#3-Eb4
Adult Ensemble
Cook, Henchman 1, Henchman 2, Henchman 3, Parents
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Where is it happening?
1300 Gendy St, Fort Worth, TX, United States, Texas 76107Event Location & Nearby Stays: