Miracle on 34th Street
by Wimberley Players
Aug. 23 - Aug. 24
this enchanting play brings to life the story of Kris Kringle, a white- bearded gentleman who claims to be the real Santa Claus. Through his charm and sincerity, Kris performs a remarkable feat, proving to Doris, a skeptical single mother, her serious young daughter Susan, and the entire city of New York that Santa is indeed real. With a vibrant cast of characters and a heartwarming narrative, this play transports audiences back to the true spirit of Christmas, reminding us all of the magic and wonder of the holiday season. Adapted by the Mountain Community Theater from Valentine Davies' novel and inspired by the classic 1947 film.
Time and Place: 1940’s New York City..
Audition Notice: Miracle On 34th Street
The Wimberley Players, 450 Old Kyle Rd. Wimberley TX. 78676
Directed by: Karin Cunningham
Audition Dates:
* Friday, August 23, 2024 7-9 pm
* Saturday, August 24 th 2-4 pm
Callbacks (if needed): Sunday, August 25 th 3-6 pm. Sides will be provided.
If you are unavailable for the in-person date, please contact the Artistic Team at artistic@wimberleyplayers.org to make alternate arrangements.
* VIDEO auditions accepted until Sunday, August 18, 2024.
Appointment Form (click link): https://forms.gle/wxnRHPox31eRs5ja9
(all actors must submit form - including headshots, resumes, and video file or link if needed)
Prepare: 1–2-minute contemporary monologue (comedic or dramatic)
Rehearsals: Table read will be September 17th. Staging rehearsals will begin shortly after depending on cast conflicts.
Tech Rehearsals will be November 9th and 10th, 12pm to 9pm.
Dress Rehearsals: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - November 12th thru 14th, 6 -11 pm.
Production Dates: Novwember 15th thru December 8th, 2024. Friday and Saturday night curtain is 7:30 pm and Sunday matinee curtain is at 2:30 pm.
Compensation: All actors are offered a stipend.
Characters:
Kris Kringle 40+ years Kind gentle kind demeanor. Willing to grow a beard
Doris Walker Late 20's early 30's Seems very put together and in control but very guarded
Susan Walker7-10 years Precocious, sweet, and guarded
Fred Gayley 35-45 years Doris; neighbor strong masculine presence but gentle soul
Mrs. "Shelly" Shellhammer 30+ years Doris; assistant/friend maybe slightly older A little quirky
Dr. Pierce 30+ years Maplewood Physician gentle and kind
Judge Henry Harper 40+ years Kindly NY State Judge
Mr. Houliran / Drunk Santa 40+ years Seasoned campaign manager for Judge Harper
Mr. Sawyer 30+ years Nervous fastidious - Macy's vocational guidance counselor
Mr. Tom Mara, DA30-45 years Serious about his job family man - Prosecuting Attorney
Mr. Macy / Caroler 40+ year Larger than life blow hard. Singer
Mr. Gimble / Caroler 40+ years Larger than life blow hard. Singer
Mrs. Mara / Rich Lady / Caroler late 20's early 30's DA's wife, Tommy's mother a bit of a snob. Singer
Mother (Sharon) /Caroler late 20's early 30's Sharon's mother Singer
Bag Lady / Mother (Johnny) late 20's early 30's Johnny's mother exhausted with a dry sense of humor Singer
Mother (Maryke) / CarolerMid-late 30's Foster mother of Dutch girl Singer
Sharon / Caroler 10 - 12 years Singer
Johnny / Caroler 10 - 12 years Singer
Tommy Mara, Jr. / Elf W 10 - 12 years Singer
Bailiff Finley / Elf J / Photographer - 18+ years
Postal Wkr / Elf Q / Photographer - 18+ years
Postal Wkr / Elf Z - 18+ years
Zookeeper / Elf R - 18+ years - Antelope keeper Central Park Zoo
Adapted by Mountain Community Theater from the novel by Valentine Davies. Based upon the Twentieth Century Fox motion picture Miracle on 34th Street. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois
The Wimberley Players
450 Old Kyle Rd.
Wimberley, TX. 78676
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512-847-0575
https://www.wimberleyplayers.org/audition-notices
