Matilda The Musical Audition Announcement!

The Branson Regional Arts Council announces open auditions for its 2025 season opening production of Matilda the Musical!

Directed by Kyle Bradley,  Music Direction by Julie Brinkman,  Choreographed by Jake Deck

Auditions will be held at the Historic Owen Theatre (205 S. Commercial St., Branson, MO 65616).

Initial Auditions will take place Sunday December 8th 6:00-8:00 (Ages 8-12) 8:00-10:00 (Ages 13 & up)

Or Monday December 9th 5:00-7:00pm (Ages 8-12) 7:00-9:00pm (Ages 13 & up)

WHAT TO BRING: Those auditioning are asked to bring: A cut of a musical theatre song, no longer than a minute, in the style of the show. Songs from the show are acceptable and are even preferred! Auditionees ages 8-12 should sing the beginning of “When I Grow Up” (Music for that track will be provided at the audition). Bring your own music track to connect to a Bluetooth speaker. No accompanist will be available. Auditionees are asked to stay after their vocal audition for a dance call audition.

Callbacks will take place Tuesday December 10th 5-9pm. Those called back will receive scenes & songs to prepare by Monday night. If you have any questions, please call 417-336-4255 or edu@bransonarts.org

Accepting video submissions for those unavailable for in person auditions. Email kylebradley8913@gmail.com

Performance dates at the Historic Owen Theatre are: Feb 13-23 (Th, Fr, Sat @ 7, Sun @ 2pm)

ROLE BREAKDOWNS:
Matilda Wormwood (Lead)– Female. Age 10-12. An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched and is a fantastic storyteller. Matilda must be mature, and ready to handle a demanding leading role. Strong singer and actor. Vocal range: A3- D5

Miss Agatha Trunchbull (Lead)– Male or Female. Age 30-55. The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children. Once a famous athlete, she is described as a “gigantic Holy terror”, a “fierce tyrannical monster” who “marches like a storm trooper with long arms swinging” with an “aura of menace”. Must be a strong actor with an imposing presence. Vocal range: A2- G4

Miss Honey (Supporting)– Female. Age 20-40. Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She befriends Matilda. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull. A mild, quiet person who never raises her voice and seldom seems to smile- yet possesses the rare gift of being adored by every small child under her care. She should have a curious warmth that is almost tangible. Vocal range: F3- D5

Mr. Wormwood (Supporting)– Male. Age 35-45. Matilda’s uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman. “A mean crooked crook.” Strong comedic acting needed. Vocal range: D3 A4 Mrs. Wormwood (Supporting)– Female. Age 30-45. Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer who is obsessed with her amateur Ballroom dancing partner
and her looks. She has an over-the-top personality who resents Matilda and often berates her. Strong comedic actor, singer & dancer needed. Vocal range: A3- F5

Michael Wormwood (Featured)– Male. Age 12-18. Matilda’s older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents. Comedic Actor. Needs good deadpan comedy and the ability to find a character during a lot of stage time with few words.

Mrs. Phelps (Featured)– Female. Age 25-45. The kind Librarian who takes a liking to Matilda. THETEENS/YOUNG ADULTS: (Ensemble)– Male & Female. Ages 12-18 and beyond- A very STRONGgroup of dancers and singers. They are the tough kids at the school and perform the show’s biggest singing and dancing numbers. Speaking, dancing, and singing parts–may play dual roles.

THE ELEMENTARY KIDS (8):

Matilda’s classmates. Various singing, dancing, and speaking roles;

• Bruce (Featured)– Male. Age 8-14. Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull. Strong singer. Vocal range: C4- E5

• Lavender (Featured)– Female. Age 8-12. Matilda’s classmate and self- proclaimed best friend. Big personality.

• Amanda (Ensemble)– Female. Ages 8-12 Strong dance and vocal ability.

• Alice (Ensemble)– Female. Ages 8-12. Strong and Bold. Strong dance and vocal ability

• Hortensia (Ensemble)– Female. Ages 8-12. Feisty. Strong dance and vocal ability

• Eric (Ensemble)– Male. Ages 8-12. Small. Strong dance and vocal ability.

• Nigel (Ensemble)– Male. Ages 8-12. Spoken dialogue. Strong dance ability.

• Tommy (Ensemble)– Male. Ages 8-12. Strong dance and vocal ability.

ENSEMBLE (10 + Adults, Young Adults, Older Teens) :

Other featured parts with solos & lines. These characters may play numerous roles in the show. Acting, singing, and dance needed for these roles.

•The Escapologist (Ensemble)– Male. A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Appears in several numbers. Vocal range: C3- E4

• The Acrobat (Ensemble)– Female. A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Vocal range: D4- A4

• Rudolpho (Ensemble)– Male. Mrs. Wormwood’s ballroom dance partner. Strong singer & dancer. Vocal range: D#3- A4

• Doctor (Ensemble)– Male. Mrs. Wormwood’s Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. An optimistic and naïve persona. Vocal range C3- A4

• Children’s Entertainer (Ensemble)– A party entertainer at the start of the show. Any “Clown tricks” are a plus. Vocal range: F#3-Eb4

• Cook, Henchman 1, Henchman 2, Henchman 3, Parents

Branson Regional Arts Council

The Branson Regional Arts Council was founded in 1965 as the “Taney Arts Council,” and officially established 501 (c)(3) non-profit status as “Branson Arts Council, Inc.” in 1993.

Our mission is “to create exceptional artistic, cultural and educational opportunities for our community.”

Financial support  is provided by BRAC members, theatre patrons, private donors, as well as additional grant support from  the Missouri Arts Council and other organizations.

BRAC, PO Box 2004, Branson, MO 65615