Summer Production:

Ralston Community Theatre is holding auditions for roles in its 2024 production of The Wizard of Oz. This family classic sticks close to the 1939 movie of the same name and is sure to be a nostalgic hit for performers and audiences of all ages! Actors of all types and abilities are welcome to audition.We will be casting adults and youths (age 8 or older by May 31, 2024). BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)  are wanted for lead roles.

3 Audition Options

1. In-Person

We are changing the normal format of our in-person auditions to scheduled appointments. For anyone looking to audition at one of the in-person times listed below, please register via the following link: https://forms.gle/bqts871LBxsWzKeA7

• Monday, April 29
  • 4pm-5pm – Children (ages 8-12) workshops-style audition*
  • 5pm-7pm – Children and teens (ages 8-17) traditional audition 
  • 7pm-10pm – Adult auditions (ages 18+) 
• Tuesday, April 30
  • 5pm-7pm – Children and teens (ages 8-17) traditional audition
  • 7pm-10pm – Adult auditions (ages 18+)
• Wednesday
  • Possible callbacks (invitation only)

2. Video auditions: 

Adults, teens, and children may submit video auditions by April 28 at 11:59pm. Details for submitting can be found on the online Audition Registration form.

3. *Workshop-style  auditions:

Children (ages 8-12) may choose to attend the audition workshop on April 29 from 4pm-5pm instead of a formal audition. In this workshop, students will learn about common audition requirements, preparation, and etiquette, as well as tips for landing the part! This is a lower-pressure option for those new to auditioning. Participation in this workshop will count as your audition, and workshop participants will be given equal consideration to those auditioning in the more traditional format. Those attending this workshop do not need to prepare anything but must register through the Audition Registration form. 

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When, Where, and How to Audition

In-Person Audition

• Acting: Prepare a 60 second monologue of your choice OR select from the provided sides to read from. Provided sides can be found here. Actors will take turns performing individually for the directors. 
• Music: Prepare approximately one minute of singing OR choose to use the provided sheet music & backing track. Sheet music, and the backing track can be found here. Singers will take turns performing individually for the directors. An accompanist will be available, as will a bluetooth speaker for those wishing to provide their own playback or use the backing track.
• Dance: Dancers will join our choreographer to learn a short dance combo. Please wear clothing and shoes you can comfortably move around in. In-person dance combo will differ from the video submission combo. 
• In-person auditions will be given equal consideration to those auditioning via other formats

Video Audition: 

• Acting: Prepare and record a 60 second monologue of your choice OR select from the provided sides to read from. Have someone out of frame read opposite of you.
• Music: Prepare and record approximately one minute of singing OR choose to use the provided sheet music & backing track. Sheet music, and the backing track can be found here. 
• Dance: Learn and record the provided dance combination(s). You will find an instructional dance video here. All auditionees should record themselves performing the jazz combo. Those with tap dancing experience may also submit a video of the tap combo, but it is not required. Record yourself performing in an open space where you can be seen clearly from head to toe. 
• Upload and submission instructions are available on the online audition registration form
• Video auditions will be given equal consideration to those auditioning via other formats

Workshop-style  auditions:

• Children ages 8-12 may choose to attend the audition workshop instead of a formal audition. In this workshop, students will learn about common audition requirements, preparation, etiquette, as well as tips for landing the part! This is a lower-pressure option for those new to auditioning. Participation in this workshop will count as your audition, and workshop participants will be given equal consideration to those auditioning via other formats.

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Character Breakdown:

Character descriptions are based on the published script, but we are looking to cast actors of all identities for all roles.

Principal Adult Roles:

• Dorothy Gale, a young girl from Kansas (seeking a girl/woman ages 16-25)
• Zeke/Cowardly Lion, has a timid disposition but discovers his courage on the quest
• Hickory/Tinman, a kind-hearted man in search of love (seeking an actor with tap dance experience)
• Hunk/Scarecrow, a lovable guy in need of a little common sense
• Miss Gulch/Wicked Witch of the West, a crabby neighbor and malevolent sorceress determined to thwart Dorothy’s journey
• Professor Chester Marvel/The Wizard of Oz, a mysterious figure who appears powerful but conceals his true identity
• Glinda the Good Witch of the North, a benevolent enchantress who aids Dorothy on her quest
• Emerald City Guard, a guardian protecting the entrance to the majestic Emerald City
• Aunt Em, Dorothy’s caring aunt in Kansas (may be double cast with Glinda)
• Uncle Henry, Dorothy’s uncle and guardian in Kansas (may be double cast with Emerald City Guard) 

Adult Ensemble (ages 18+): Members of the Adult Ensemble will play the following roles: Trees, Ozians, Winkies, Jitterbugs, and others. Dancing, singing, and acting solos will be assigned from among this ensemble.

Youth Ensemble (ages 8-17): Members of the Youth Ensemble will play the following roles: Munchkins, Flying Monkeys, Ozians, and others. Dancing, singing, and acting solos will be assigned from among this ensemble.

For questions about auditions, please contact suzannewithem@gmail.com

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Children’s Production:
To Be Announced

Volunteer:
To Be Announced

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