Dick Whittington Read Through and Auditions
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Theatrecraft is excited to announce auditions for our January pantomime: Dick Whittington - a heartwarming adventure full of mischief, music, and magic!
π Show dates: Wednesday 7 January β Sunday 11 January 2026
π Venue: The Kingβs Hall, Herne Bay
Directed: Heidi Gilmour
Musical Director: Jacqueline Francis
Choreographer: Courtney Jones
About the show:
Poor but determined, Dick Whittington arrives in London with nothing but hope in his heart and a dream of streets paved with gold. With the help of a clever cat, a few loyal friends, and a little magic, Dick sets out to defeat the evil King Rat, win the heart of Alice Fitzwarren, and prove that belief, bravery, and a good pair of boots can change your life.
This much-loved pantomime is packed with laughter, live music, larger-than-life characters, and plenty of audience participation - a joyful, feel-good adventure for all ages.
Cast of characters:
King Rat β wants to rule London Town at any cost!
Alderman Fitzwarren β Alice's father. Authoritarian but with a soft side.
Sarah the Cook (dame) β cook for Fitzwarren's store. Brash and over the top.
Dick Whittington β principal boy and hero of our story. Genuine and true.
Tom Cat β a magical cat who saves the day in more ways than one.
Alice Fitzwarren β principal girl, daughter of the alderman. Very sweet and kind.
Captain Cornelius Crabb β haphazard sailor who thinks he is good at this job.
First Mate Perry Winkle β an even more haphazard sailor.
Vermina β a sassy little rat who likes to do naughty things.
Fatima (minor role) β handmaid to the Sultana.
Sultana Bunn (minor role) β ruler of the mystery island overrun with rats.
Ensemble of villagers, courtiers, rats etc.
Key dates:
π Read-Through: Sunday 27 July at 10:00am
π Auditions:
β’ Sunday 3 August at 10:00am
β’ Wednesday 6 August at 7:30pm
π Pettman House, Herne Bay
Everyone is welcome - whether youβre a returning Theatrecraft performer or stepping onstage for the first time. Come along, meet the team, and be part of the magic!
π Show dates: Wednesday 7 January β Sunday 11 January 2026
π Venue: The Kingβs Hall, Herne Bay
Directed: Heidi Gilmour
Musical Director: Jacqueline Francis
Choreographer: Courtney Jones
About the show:
Poor but determined, Dick Whittington arrives in London with nothing but hope in his heart and a dream of streets paved with gold. With the help of a clever cat, a few loyal friends, and a little magic, Dick sets out to defeat the evil King Rat, win the heart of Alice Fitzwarren, and prove that belief, bravery, and a good pair of boots can change your life.
This much-loved pantomime is packed with laughter, live music, larger-than-life characters, and plenty of audience participation - a joyful, feel-good adventure for all ages.
Cast of characters:
King Rat β wants to rule London Town at any cost!
Alderman Fitzwarren β Alice's father. Authoritarian but with a soft side.
Sarah the Cook (dame) β cook for Fitzwarren's store. Brash and over the top.
Dick Whittington β principal boy and hero of our story. Genuine and true.
Tom Cat β a magical cat who saves the day in more ways than one.
Alice Fitzwarren β principal girl, daughter of the alderman. Very sweet and kind.
Captain Cornelius Crabb β haphazard sailor who thinks he is good at this job.
First Mate Perry Winkle β an even more haphazard sailor.
Vermina β a sassy little rat who likes to do naughty things.
Fatima (minor role) β handmaid to the Sultana.
Sultana Bunn (minor role) β ruler of the mystery island overrun with rats.
Ensemble of villagers, courtiers, rats etc.
Key dates:
π Read-Through: Sunday 27 July at 10:00am
π Auditions:
β’ Sunday 3 August at 10:00am
β’ Wednesday 6 August at 7:30pm
π Pettman House, Herne Bay
Everyone is welcome - whether youβre a returning Theatrecraft performer or stepping onstage for the first time. Come along, meet the team, and be part of the magic!
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