AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT – CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

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​The Milburn Stone Theatre at Cecil College is excited to announce auditions for Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!

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• Director: Luke Wallis

• Music Director: Dana Mae Gayner                                                                                         

• Choreographer: Sabrina Van Voorhis                                                                                

• Stage Manager: Liz Hamil

• MST Artistic Director: Andrew John Mitchell

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Physical location for rehearsals and performances:

The Milburn Stone Theatre, Cecil College, One Seahawk Drive, North East MD 21901 | Box Office Phone Number: (410) 287-1037

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Audition Information:

Auditions will take place on Sunday, December 7th and Wednesday, December 10th, with auditions on both nights starting at 6 pm at the Milburn Stone Theatre. Please sign up for your audition slot directly through the Milburn Stone Theatre’s Cast98 Studio page at:  https://us.cast98.com/studios/milburnstone

 

Those submitting a video to audition have until Tuesday, December 9th at 11:59pm and can do so via Cast98

 

Callbacks:

Callbacks for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will be held on Wednesday, December 17th, from 6-10pm, Callback notifications will be sent out by Friday, December 12th by 10 pm. There will be a dance section of callbacks from 6 - 7 pm, with singing and sides to occur afterwards.

 

Audition Preparation:

Please prepare a song (approx. 32 bars, or 60 - 90 seconds of music) in the style of the show. Songs from the show are welcome but not required. We encourage you to choose material that best showcases your vocal range and connection to character. To listen to the original cast recording, please click this link: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk0_f0qVlWw&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milburnstone.com%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milburnstone.com&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE) 

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An accompanist will be provided for your audition, and their use is highly encouraged. If you choose not to use the provided accompanist, you must bring a backing track (without vocals) to play during your performance.

 

Please note: Amplification will not be provided, and playing backing tracks off a cell phone (without proper additional amplification) is strongly discouraged.

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Rehearsals:

Rehearsal for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will begin in early January, and orientation may occur in late December. Rehearsals will be based on both performer and production staff availability, so please submit all known conflicts at the time of auditions. The Milburn Stone Theatre traditionally rehearses between 2 to 4 times a week. 

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Please note:  Cecil College will be closed December 24th through January 4th for Winter Break, January 17th through 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. and April 4th and 5th in observation of Easter. No rehearsals will be held during these dates.

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Tech Week:

Tech week for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will be held Sunday, April 12th, through Thursday, April 16th. No conflicts will be accepted for these tech dates.

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Performances:

Performances for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will begin on Friday, April 17th, with performances on April 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th & 26th. Friday evening performances take place at 7:30 pm, and Saturday and Sunday matinees take place at 2 pm.

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Please note:  The Milburn Stone Theatre is a community Theatre on a college campus; our productions are open to the entire community, not just Cecil College Students, Faculty and Staff. This production is non-paid/non-union

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Casting Breakdown:

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All roles are available, ages listed are ranges and not exact.  All are welcome to audition for any roles listed, but due to our contract with Musical Theatre International, they will be performed as originally written. 

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Character Breakdown

• Willy Wonka (He/Him, Vocal Range: A2 to G4, Baritone/Tenor): The sly, charming, and eccentric star of the show. He possesses a larger-than-life persona that can shift from charismatic and comical to magically mysterious and dark in an instant. 

• Charlie Bucket (He/Him, Vocal Range: G#3 to F5, Tenor/Boy Soprano): The protagonist and emotional heart of the story. He is sweet, smart, hopeful, and loving, representing wonderful innocence, integrity, and vulnerability.

        This role is strongly preferred to be played by an actor under the age of 16. Due           to the demands of the role, Charlie will likely be double-cast (two actors sharing         performances).

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The Bucket Family

• Grandpa Joe (He/Him, Vocal Range: G#2 to G4, Baritone): Impish, imaginative, and full of life. He is Charlie's kind and loving grandfather, his greatest champion, and his partner in adventure. Though bedridden, his youthful energy and spirit return the moment the Golden Ticket is found.

• Mrs. Bucket (She/Her, Vocal Range: G3 to E5, Mezzo-Soprano): Charlie's warm, kind-hearted, and relentlessly nurturing mother. Despite the extreme poverty and the demands of caring for four aging parents, she remains generous, loving, and practical, always striving to maintain a positive outlook for her family.

• The Remaining Grandparents (Grandpa George, Grandma Josephine, Grandma Georgina) (They/Them/She/He): Charlie's other three grandparents. They are bedridden, often tired, and can be grumpy, but are ultimately loving and supportive figures.

  • Grandpa George (He/Him) Specific Vocal Range: F2 to E4 (Bass/Baritone)

  • Grandma Josephine (She/Her) Specific Vocal Range: C4 to D5 (Mezzo-Soprano/Alto)

  • Grandma Georgina (She/Her) Specific Vocal Range: Ab3 to E5 (Mezzo-Soprano)

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The Golden Ticket Winners and Their Parents

These characters are strong, heightened comedic contrasts, each embodying a vice.

• Augustus Gloop (He/Him, Vocal Range: Bb3 to G5, Tenor): A gluttonous, impulsive German boy who acts before thinking—especially when food is involved. Preferred to be played with a German accent.

• Mrs. Gloop (She/Her, Vocal Range: Bb3 to D5, Alto/Mezzo-Soprano): Augustus's German, over-the-top and dramatically serious mother. She is naïve and hopelessly overindulgent, convinced her son's gluttony is a virtue. Preferred to be played with a German accent.

• Veruca Salt (She/Her, Vocal Range: Ab4 to Db5, Mezzo-Soprano): A vicious, determined, and utterly spoiled Russian ballerina heiress. Requires strong ballet experience. Preferred to be played with a Russian accent.

• Mr. Salt (He/Him, Vocal Range: Ab2 to Ab4, Baritone): Veruca's hilarious, eccentric Russian oligarch father. He is entirely run by his daughter's demands and so blinded by his love for her that he gives in to every whim. Preferred to be played with a Russian accent.

• Violet Beauregarde (She/Her, Vocal Range: C#4 to F#5, Mezzo-Soprano/Belt): Confident, forward, and competitive. She is an obsessive gum-chewer and a world champion, budding influencer, and pop star.

• Mr. Beauregarde (He/Him, Vocal Range: F#3 to G4, Baritone): Violet's father. He is ineffectual, competitive, and clearly out of his depth, trying (and failing) to manage his daughter's intense ambition and massive ego.

• Mike Teavee (He/Him, Vocal Range: G3 to Bb4, Tenor/Baritenor): An iPad kid and a fireplug with a ridiculous amount of energy. He is a technology-obsessed, bratty, blunt, and loud computer hacker with an aggressive attitude.

• Mrs. Teavee (She/Her, Vocal Range: G3 to Eb5, Mezzo-Soprano/Alto): Tense, extreme, and hilarious. She is an overwhelmed mother who struggles to cope with her son, often appearing stuck in the 1950s/1960s era in her demeanor and style.

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Featured and Ensemble Roles

• Mrs. Green (She/Her): A poor, second-hand vegetable seller. She is a shrewd, practical businesswoman and a bit eccentric, yet remains kind-hearted and warm, providing a small, positive contrast in Charlie's harsh environment.

• Jerry (He/Him): A local news anchor/reporter. He is often a wacky, quick-witted reporter full of energetic enthusiasm.

• Cherry (She/Her): A local field reporter. She is a zany, quick-witted reporter who is "on the scene" for all the Golden Ticket winner announcements.

• Ensemble: A large ensemble is needed to play numerous roles, including Reporters, Oompa Loompas, Gum Chompin' Divas, various Townspeople, and Dancing Squirrels.

  • The Oompa Loompas will be staged and costumed in a non-traditional way.

  • The Gum Chompin' Divas are a dance-heavy ensemble track.

  • The Dancing Squirrels' roles require ballet training.

  • Dancing for the Townspeople, Reporters, and Oompa Loompas is minimal and does not require extensive dance training. Strong singing and presence are essential for all these ensemble roles.

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About Charlie and the Chocolate Factory:

 

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Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

April 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th

Friday Night Performances at 7:30pm, Saturday and Sunday Matinees at 2pm  

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Music by Marc Shaiman | Lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman | Book by David Greig | Based on the novel Charlie And The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

Family Friendly Musical Fantasy, Recommended for ages 8+

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Step inside Willy Wonka’s marvelous chocolate factory, where candy is sweeter, colors are brighter, and anything is possible! Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a spectacular musical filled with dazzling songs, whimsical sets, and unforgettable characters. Join Charlie Bucket and four other lucky golden ticket winners as they embark on a magical adventure through Wonka’s world of Oompa Loompas, wild inventions, and sweet surprises. Featuring classic songs like Pure Imagination alongside new show-stopping numbers, this delightful production is a treat for all ages. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder—secure your golden ticket today!

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Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is presented through special permission from Musical Theatre International (MTI.)

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We can't wait to see you at auditions!

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