A Classic Tale with Broadway Flair
The Northern Lakes Arts Association invites you to audition for A Christmas Carol, a full-length, one-act musical by Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin).
This 90-minute musical is a joyful, heartwarming celebration of redemption and the holiday spirit. It offers a great chance for both new and seasoned performers to shine.
Directed by Carly Wogen in her NLAA directorial debut, this production will present a fresh, heartfelt, and visually stunning performance this December.
Audition Details
When: October 26 and 27th from 6 - 9 PM
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater
Who: Performers 4th grade and up are welcome
Cast Size: Medium (11–20 performers)
Dance Requirements: Standard movement
Come ready to sing and move. We’ll teach you the music at the audition—no need to have a song prepared in advance. Just bring your energy, focus, and love of storytelling.
Reasons to Join This Production
One-act (90 minutes): A complete musical with a light rehearsal schedule.
Rehearsals start in early November: Suitable for students, families, and working adults.
Performances December 12–21: Celebrate the holidays with your community on stage.
Broadway-quality score: A Menken masterpiece filled with energy and heart.
Character Overview
Scrooge – Male, 45–65. Baritone/Tenor (A3–G5). A hardened man rediscovering joy.
Mr. Cratchit – Male, 30–40. Baritone/Tenor (A3–E5). Kind father, hardworking and devoted.
Mrs. Cratchit – Female, 30–40. Mezzo (A3–E5). Loving and strong mother.
Tiny Tim – Male, 9–12. Child soprano (A3–E5). Pure heart of the story.
Fred – Male, 25–35. Tenor (A3–F5). Scrooge’s kind and hopeful nephew.
Ghost of Christmas Present – Male/Female, 35–45. Baritone/Alto (A3–G5). Joyful and generous.
Ghost of Christmas Past – Male, 40–60. Tenor (A3–G5). Bright and playful.
Ghost of Christmas Future / Blind Old Hag – Female, 50–65. Alto/Soprano (A3–G5). Mysterious and commanding.
Marley – Male, 45–55. Tenor (A3–A5). Scrooge’s ghostly former partner.
Emily – Female, 18–25. Mezzo/Soprano (A3–B5). Scrooge’s lost love.
Mr. & Mrs. Fezziwig – 50–65. Baritone & Mezzo (A3–B5/A5). Joyful, warm-hearted party hosts.
Young Scrooge, Fan, Scrooge’s Mother – Featured roles.
Ensemble: Charity Elves, Bankers, Street Vendors, Sailors, Ghosts, Jailers, Clerks, Monks.
Step Into the Story
This December, Ely’s stage transforms into a world of snow, candlelight, and change. Join a cast of neighbors and friends to bring this timeless story to life.
Questions? Email
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You may also like the following events from Northern Lakes Arts Association (NLAA):
- Next month, 7th November, 07:00 pm, Music From Earth: Humanity’s Mixtape, Reimagined in Ely
- Next month, 8th November, 10:00 am, Art in Print: A Year of Hands-On Printmaking with Rachael Pace in Ely
- Next month, 18th November, 04:30 pm, Portage Land Storytelling Events in Ely
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