Calling all children (and adults) who are ready to revolt, this is your moment to shine! Join us for auditions for Matilda the Musical and help bring this magical, mischievous story to life at the West End Theatre this December. We’re looking for energetic performers to fill this large cast of all ages who love to sing, dance, and act. Come ready to have fun, show your personality, and be part of an unforgettable production.
Questions? Contact director Danielle Wagner Plocki: danielle@dramaworks.us
Schedule Overview
September 8 & 9, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Individual vocal and short scene auditions.
September 10, 6 – 8:30PM
Group short scene and choreography auditions. All auditionees must attend.
September 11, 6 – 7:30PM
Call-backs. Actors called per request of director.
Audition Information
September 8 and 9: Private Auditions
Sign up for a 10 min audition timeslot here. If you are unable to sign up for a timeslot and would like to audition, walk-ins are allowed.
- Come 10 minutes before your audition time to fill out an audition form, or fill it out in advance and bring it with you. Download the Audition Form here.
- Sing a song! A song from the show is preferred, but any song that demonstrates your vocal range will do. Bring a karaoke track or you may sing a capella
- You will be asked to do a short reading from the show
September 10: All auditionees should attend
- You will be asked to do readings from the show in small groups
- You will be taught a choreography piece and perform it in groups
September 11: Call-back auditions
- You may be asked to come to call-backs. If you are not asked, it does not mean you didn’t get a role.
Roles
Role | Description | Requirements |
Matilda Wormwood | An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched. Gender: Female, Age: 6 to 10 | Mezzo-soprano Standard Dance abilities |
Miss Agatha Trunchbull | The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children. Gender: Female, Age: 35 to 55 | Alto |
Miss Honey | Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull. Gender: Female, Age: 25 to 40 | Mezzo-soprano |
Mr. Wormwood | Matilda’s uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman. Gender: Male, Age: 35 to 45 | Baritone |
Mrs. Wormwood | Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer. Gender: Female, Age: 35 to 45 | Mezzo-soprano (with strong belt) |
Michael Wormwood | Matilda’s older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents. Gender: Male, Age: 10 to 15 | Treble (child) |
Bruce | Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull. Gender: Male, Age: 7 to 14 | Treble (child) |
Lavender | Matilda’s classmate and friend. Energetic, mischievous, outgoing Gender: Female, Age: 7 to 10 | |
Mrs. Phelps | A nice librarian. Gender: Any, Age: 25 to 45 | |
The Escapologist | A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Gender: Male | Baritone |
The Acrobat | A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Gender: Female | Mezzo soprano |
Rudolpho | Mrs. Wormwood’s ballroom dance partner. Gender: Male | Tenor or high baritone |
Doctor | Mrs. Wormwood’s Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. Gender: Any | |
Children’s Entertainer | A party entertainer at the start of the show. Gender: Any | Baritone |
Ensemble Cook, Henchman 1, Henchman 2, Henchman 3, Kids (Amanda, Nigel, Eric, Alice, Hortensia, Tommy and more), Parents | ||
