Auditions

A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE MUSICAL

Book by Mike Ockrent and Lynn Ahrens
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens

Directed by Lindsay Shulz and Matt Mattei

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AUDITION: Saturday, June 20th, 10am - 3pm

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CALLBACKS: Saturday, June 27th, Time TBD

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LOCATION: Coastal Rep Theatre, 1167 Main Street, Half Moon Bay

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REHEARSALS BEGIN: Sunday, October 4th - Mondays thru Thursdays 7pm - 10pm and one weekend day each week TBD

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PERFORMANCES: December 4 - 20. Friday and Saturday @ 7pm, Sundays @ 2pm

All ethnicities, races, gender identities, body types are encouraged to audition.

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NO PAY // NON AEA (small travel stipend available)

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AUDITION NOTES:

• Please prepare a 16-32 bar piece of music in the style of the show. An accompianist will be provided.

• Prepare a short (30-60 seconds) monologue to showcase personality and storytelling ability.

BRING TO THE AUDITION:

• Resume / Recent Headshot

• Calendar and list of potential conflicts.
   

ALL INQUIRIES, CONTACT THE DIRECTORS

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SYNOPSIS

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A Christmas Carol is the Broadway adaptation of Charles Dickens’ 1843 festive novella. It tells the tale of the curmudgeonly Ebenezer Scrooge. A prosperous businessman, he believes that personal wealth and heartless financial tactics are much more valuable than the friendship, happiness, and comfort of those around him. He treats his employee, Bob Cratchit, and his family with the same disdain and coldness that he shows everyone else. Scrooge’s miserable nature comes to a crescendo during the Christmas period. However, this Christmas, he is forced to come face to face with his selfish ways when he is confronted by three ghosts on Christmas Eve: the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Future. In the course of one night, Scrooge is forced to recognize his faults and gains the chance to make amends. He greets the dawning Christmas morning with an unusually cheerful, “Happy Christmas” and finally reconnects with those that mean the most to him.

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CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

There are so many amazing named characters in this show.  Many who are cast in the ensemble will also play supporting characters with a couple lines and solos. For some of the supporting characters, actors will also play double roles.  Featured roles may also fill out ensemble in additional scenes. Speaking roles will be primarily in a British accent (some closer to RP, some closer to cockney depending on the role).  We will be asking actors to use a British accent for line reads at callbacks but it will not be required at general auditions. 

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Lead Roles:

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Ebenezer Scrooge (M) 50s-70s - Tenor

Wealthy London businessman whose bitterness and greed have isolated him from the world around him.  Sharp-tongued, intelligent, and emotionally guarded.  The actor must be capable of both stern comedy and deep emotional transformation as Scrooge journeys from cynicism to joy.

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Bob Cratchit (M) 30s-50s - Baritone

Scrooge's underpaid but kind-hearted clerk.  Warm, patient, and devoted to his family despite financial hardship.  

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Ghost of Christmas Past / Lamplighter (any) 20s+ - Tenor/Alto

A cheerful and sprightly spirit who guides Scrooge through the memories of his youth.

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Ghost of Christmas Present / Sandwichboard Person (M, open to any) 30s-60s - Tenor

Larger-than-life spirit embodying generosity, celebration, and abundance.  Shows Scrooge the reality of the inner lives of those around him in the present day.

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Tiny Tim (any) - age 8-12 - Treble/Boy Soprano

Youngest Cratchit child.  Frail in health but joyful, hopeful, and full of kindness.  Serves as the emotional heart of the story.

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Featured Roles:

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Jacob Marley/Ghost of Marley (M) 20s-30s

Scrooge's deceased business partner condemned to wander the afterlife in chains forged by greed and selfishness.  Ideally looking to cast one actor to play both the Young Jacob Marley and Ghost of Marley but open to splitting and casting older for the Ghost if it's the best fit.  Ghost of Marley must be a strong mover/dancer.

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Ghost of Christmas Future (F) 20s+ - Soprano

A dark, silent, and foreboding presence who reveals the grim consequences of Scrooge's choices.  The actor must be able to portray the character and emotions primarily through movement rather than vocally.  Character transitions from a mysterious/haunting figure to a beautiful ethereal spirit.  Strong mover/dancer required.

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Mr. Fezziwig (M) 40s-70s - Tenor

Scrooge's joyful former employer.  A vibrant, generous businessman who values celebration, kindness, and community

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Mrs. Fezziwig (F) 40s-70s - Soprano/Mezzo

Energetic, festive, and warm-hearted partner to Mr. Fezziwig

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Fred Anderson (M) 20s-30s - Baritone

Scrooge's cheerful and optimistic nephew

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Emily (F) 20s-30s - Soprano

Scrooge's former fiancee.  Loving and hopeful, but ultimately heartbroken when Scrooge chooses money over love.

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Young Ebenezer Scrooge (M) 20s-30s - Tenor

Portrays the idealistic, intelligent and ambitious side of Scrooge before becoming hardened by greed and disappointment

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Mrs. Mops (F) 30s-60s

A comedic charwoman who works for Scrooge.  Practical, outspoken, and opportunistic, Mrs. Mops provides humor and energy during the later scenes of the show.

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Mrs. Cratchit (F) 30s-50s

Tiny Tim's mother and Bob Cratchit's wife.  A loving mother who tries to provide the best for her children with what she has

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Sally Anderson (F) 20s-30s

Fred's warm and lively wife.  

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Grace Smythe (F) age 8-15

A young child who is dealing with the grief over her mother and who's father is in debt to Scrooge. 

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Additional Supporting Roles Include:

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Adult: Beadle, Mr. Smythe, Old Joe, Scrooge's parents, Judge, and others

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Kids: Martha Cratchit, Jonathan, Child Scrooge, Young Fan, Nikolas

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Ensemble Roles Include (both children & adults): London Townspeople, merchants, party guests, spirits, undertakers, carolers, etc.  Many will also fulfill featured and supporting roles.  Featured dancers will be highlighted throughout the show.