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:

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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.