Auditions for DCP Theatre's Family Theatre production of James and the Giant Peach, Roald Dahl's Fantasy Adventure for Children; dramatized by Richard R. George, will be held at the theatre (795 Ridge Road, Telford, PA) January 3 and 4, 2016 at 7:30 PM.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to start time to sign in and fill out paperwork.
No appointment needed.
All roles are non-union and non-paid.
James and the Giant Peach performances are March 4-13;
Fridays at 8:00 PM, and Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 and 4:00 PM
For more information, contact Director Madison Hart:
Characters:
JAMES TROTTER – MALE, 8-12 (will consider older)
A poorly-treated orphan, who wants nothing more than to have friends and be happy. Though something of a dreamer, James is brave, clever, ever-resourceful and a leader. Must be well-spoken.
AUNT SPIKER – ADULT FEMALE
One of James' cruel aunts. She is lean, tall and bony, with narrow lips and a screeching voice. Horrible, selfish and greedy personality.
AUNT SPONGE - ADULT FEMALE
Spiker's mean-natured sister and James' other aunt. She is a large, round woman who thinks too highly of herself. Also horrible, selfish and greedy.
NARRATOR - ADULT MALE
Great storyteller, interacts with audience. Very expressive and well spoken
CENTIPEDE – ADULT MALE
One of the insects inside the peach. He is rebel, thinks he's right, and can be a little annoying. Likes being the center of attention.
SPIDER – ADULT FEMALE
An arachnid inside the peach. She is intelligent, caring and generous.
LADYBUG – ADULT FEMALE
One of the insects inside the peach. She is cheerful, helpful, motherly and brave.
GREEN GRASSHOPPER - ADULT MALE
One of the insects inside the peach. He is smart, musical, and classy.
EARTHWORM – ADULT MALE
One of the insects inside the peach. He is blind, nerdy, scared, and ticklish.
GLOW-WORM - FEMALE
One of the insects inside the peach. Friendly. Provides light inside the peach. Calls herself a "Lady Firefly without wings".
SILKWORM - FEMALE
One of the insects inside the peach. Sleeps through most of show, always tired.
OLD MAN - ADULT MALE
Mysterious and engaging
MOTHER - ADULT FEMALE
James' mother, small part (possible double role)
FATHER - ADULT MALE
James' father, small part (possible double role)
CAPTAIN
FIRST OFFICER
SECOND OFFICER
CLOUDMEN
CROWD MEMBER
ONLOOKERS
PASSENGERS
ATTENTION: CHILDREN
Children ages 5-8 are invited to audition for Pre-Show and Extra roles.
They will be asked to do a brief group warmup and a short phrase from the script individually.
We will be holding those auditions from 7:30-8, then we will continue with the rest of the main cast auditions.