MATILDA
Musical | Directed by Amy Glass
AUDITIONS:
Friday, May 15th: 6:00p-9:30p
Saturday, May 16th: 9:00a-12:15p & 1:00p-4:30p
Callbacks: Saturday, May 16th at 7:00p-8:30p
Location: Corn Stock Theatre Center
Show Dates: July 31st - August 8th at 7:30p (Monday 8/3 & Tuesday 8/4 no shows)
SIGN UP:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A084BA5AC2EABF49-62567362-matilda#/
WHAT TO PREPARE:
Performers need to sign up online for an audition slot. Be aware that there are "Youth (10+)" and "Adult (18+)" audition times. Audition materials and forms will be available via the Sign-Up starting April 3rd. Your vocal/acting portion will be a prepared selection of music and a monologue from the show (more details about this will be available starting April 3rd).
This portion will be small groups and divided between adults and youth. The dance portion will be a big group of mixed adults and children. Named youth characters and soloists will be cast from children aged 10 years and older.
Children ages 7-9 years old will be considered for youth ensemble ONLY and must have a parent/guardian also in the cast or on the production team. Parents/guardians must make a note in your audition slot if your 7-9 year old child will be accompanying you to be considered for the youth ensemble.
If call backs are needed, you will be notified and they will happen Saturday, May 16 from 7-8:30pm.
DIRECTORS NOTE:
I will be looking for performers who are confident, expressive, and able to balance strong acting with clear singing and energetic movement. Because the show centers on children standing up to authority, I want kids who can deliver sharp humor, emotional honesty, and crisp ensemble work. Strong diction is especially important due to the show’s fast-paced, wordplay-heavy lyrics. We want a Matilda with exceptional acting maturity, vocal control, and stage presence. A commanding and physically expressive Miss Trunchbull with bold comedic timing. Warm, grounded performers for Miss Honey and the supporting adult roles. High-energy ensemble members who can handle choreography and complex harmonies. Overall, the focus will be on enthusiasm, teamwork, and storytelling—casting performers who can bring both the heart and the mischievous spirit of the show to life.
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director: Amy Glass
Assistant Director: Julie Heim
Music Director: Nichole Foster
Choreographer: Todd Michael Cook
Fight Choreographer: Jeramie Glass
Props: Cristin Robertson
Production Secretary: Sarah Beth Leasor
Light Design: Amy Glass
Marketing Liaison: Tyler Johnson
SYNOPSIS:
Matilda The Musical is a captivating show about a brilliant, telekinetic girl named Matilda Wormwood who uses her sharp wit and imagination to overcome her cruel parents and the tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull. Supported by her kind teacher, Miss Honey, Matilda takes a stand against injustice, empowering her classmates to fight back, change their own destinies, and find a loving home.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
ADULT ROLES:
Miss Trunchbull – age range 30s-70s, high baritone, Headmistress of Crunchem Hall, the tyrannical headmistress at Matilda's school who despises children. Typically portrayed by a male in female clothing/makeup/hair, but we will cast based on the best person for the role. Trunchbull is a cruel and sadistic person, but not a brute or brash - rather, sly and conniving, cunning and slinky. Above all, must be a strong actor with a good sense of physicality and characterization. Strong singer and dancer preferred. Once a famous athlete, now described as a “gigantic Holy terror”.
Miss Honey – age range 20s-40s, adored by every child in her care, secretly Miss Trunchbull’s niece. Matilda's kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull. Sweet,
honest, caring, and intelligent, Miss Honey is timid but willing to become brave and stand up to bullies in order to protect her students. Must be a strong singer and a strong enough actor to
make the role truly compelling.
Mr. Wormwood – age range 20s-60s, vocal range approximately top A to F#, dealer in second hand cars, a crook. Wormwood is Matilda's uncaring father. He is best described as - A slimy,
greedy used-car salesman, unintentionally hilarious. Must be a VERY strong actor and comedian; improv and dance and movement skills needed for this physical characterization.
Mrs. Wormwood – age range 20s-60s, strong belt voice approximately up to top F/G, mother of Michael and Matilda, obsessed with amateur ballroom dancing. Mrs. Wormwood is Matilda's self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer. Must be a VERY strong comedic/character actress, dancer, and singer able to carry off a sizable comedic role.
Rudolpho – age range 20s-60s, Mrs. Wormwood’s dance partner. Must be a strong social dancer, particularly with tango or other Latin dance experience.
Mrs. Phelps – age range 20s-70s, encouraging local librarian who is Matilda’s confidant. No solos or Dance features. Acting role.
Michael Wormwood – teens-20s, Matilda’s older brother. He is a deadpan comedic character, with various lines and “bits” throughout the show. Must be a strong comedic actor.
Sergei– age range 20s-60s, baritone, Russian mafia boss who is after Mr. Wormwood.
Doctor- age range 20s-60s, high tenor with a comfortable top A.
Escapologist– age range 20s-60s, high lyric baritone.
Acrobat– age range 20s-60s
YOUTH ROLES:
Matilda Wormwood – Character is enigmatic, serious, intense. An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched. Likable and charismatic, not annoying or pretentious. Honest and unassuming, but with a prankster streak and a strong sense of justice. Must be a very strong singer and actress, equally. Strong dancing skills preferred but not required.
Bruce– Comic acting ability. Matilda's classmate. He is subject to punishment by Miss Trunchbull. Bruce is a genuine, kind boy with a fondness for sweets; his spirit is broken by the Trunchbull but he bounces back stronger than ever. Must be a very strong actor and singer with monologues, scenes, and solos. Strong dance skills are preferred.
Amanda– Matilda's classmate. Strong dance and vocal ability.
Lavender– Matilda's classmate. Loud and kooky, likes to have fun, strong singing and acting.
Alice– Matilda's classmate. Strong and bold actress, strong dance and vocal ability.
Hortensia– Matilda's classmate. Feisty actress, strong dance and vocal ability.
Eric– Matilda's classmate. Cute. Smaller actor who moves well and sings.
Nigel– Matilda's classmate. Strong dance and vocal ability.
Tommy– Matilda's classmate. Strong dance and vocal ability.
Michael Wormwood– teens-20s, Matilda’s older brother. He is a deadpan comedic character, with various lines and “bits” throughout the show. Must be a strong comedic actor.
ENSEMBLE ROLES:
ADULTS:
Mums
Dads
Doctors
Nurses
Mechanic
Dance Judge
Henchmen
YOUTH:
Students
IMPORTANT NOTE: In an effort to keep Corn Stock a safe space for minors, it is the theatre’s policy to conduct a background check for all volunteers. If you are cast in the production, Corn Stock will need your full legal name, email address, and phone number before rehearsals can proceed. An outside company (InquireHire) performs all background checks by sending you an email and/or text message with a link to fill out the necessary background check form. All information is sent through a secure server and CST sees none of your information. Background checks only flag crimes against children and no other records. Casting will be made official pending a successful background check.
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