A Christmas Story
by Aurora Arts Theatre
Sep. 29 - Sep. 30
Auditions for a role in A Christmas Story with Aurora Arts Theatre on Sep 29 through Sep 30.Aurora Arts Theatre is excited to announce auditions for “A Christmas Story, The Musical” directed by Laurie Guajardo-Hoefelmeyer, choreographed by Leila Hoefelmeyer, with vocal direction by Peter Lopez. Auditions will take place on Sunday, September 29th at 5:30 p.m. and Monday, September 30th at 6:00 p.m. at the Aurora Arts Theatre. Auditions are open to everyone in the community—no formal experience required!
AAT will be auditioning for all roles with a varied range of ages, including the beloved Ralphie, brother Randy, and other parts for young actors, as well as adult roles such as Ralphie’s mother and his “Old Man.” Those planning to try out should be prepared to sing and perform readings selected by the director and learn a short dance directed by the show’s choreographer. All necessary items will be provided onsite for the audition and comfortable clothing is recommended for the dance portion of the audition. Those auditioning should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to fill out an audition form.
The show is set to run November 15th through January 4, 2024, with three performances each weekend: Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., and a Sunday matinee show at 2:30 p.m.
Jean Shepherd/Narrator (Lead) Male 45-65
Storyteller with a deadpan sense of humor who weaves in and out of scenes.
Mother (Lead) Female 30-50
A warm sense of humor, loving, no-nonsense. The glue that holds the family together.
The Old Man (Lead) Male 30-50
Good-hearted, stern, devoted. Song and Dance Man.
Miss Shields (Supporting) Female 30-60
Elementary School Teacher, Prim, and Proper. Strong Singing Voice, belter. Tap dancing skills are a plus.
Adult Ensemble
Strong singing voices.
Ralphie (Lead) Male, 9-12
Average, Honest, Mischievous. Strong Singing Voice.
Randy (Lead) Male, 7-11
Cute, Funny, Awkward. Strong Singing Voice
Flick/Ensemble (Supporting) 9-12
Funny, Confident. Strong Singing. Tap dancing skills are a plus.
Schwartz/Ensemble (Supporting) Male, 9-12
Boyish. Strong Singing Voice.
Scut Farkus/Ensemble (Supporting) Male 12-16
Bully, Trouble Maker. Strong Singing Voice.
Grover Dill/Ensemble (Supporting) Male, 9-12
Farkus’s sidekick. Strong Singing Voice.
Kids Ensemble
Strong singing voices.
If you have any questions, please call 361-851-9700 or email drios@auroraartstheatre.com.
