2021 AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Arts in Motion Theater Company is pleased to announce that we are accepting video auditions for our 2021 production of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach, book by Timothy Allen McDonald with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Orchestrations by August Eriksmoen. Incidental music by David Weinstein. Originally produced at Seattle Children's Theater under the direction of Linda Hartzell. James and the Giant Peach will be presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. Arts In Motion Theater Company's production will be under the direction of Dr. Aimee Frechette. Music Direction by Jennifer Bradeen.
Anticipated show dates are June 24-27, July 1-3.
In an effort to follow COVID-19 protocols and NH public health guidance, rehearsals will begin via zoom and will be followed with small outdoor rehearsals (masks required).
We are keeping our cast small and tight knit, therefore you must be willing to follow protocols to ensure the safety of fellow cast mates, including limiting travel and other recreational activities to minimize exposure.
We are seeking a short video audition that includes an introduction, singing (acapella - no more than 32 bars) and a short reading of your choice.
Characters ages 10+ any gender
Ladahlord-A strange, magical storyteller. Often inserts himself into the story, in disguise, to help push the action forward.
James-A lonely young boy who lacks confidence. Having lost both his parents in a freak accident, he feels he belongs nowhere in the world. However, when given the right encouragement he becomes resourceful and innovative. A good friend.
Spiker-James' mean aunt. A thief and a scoundrel. Shrewd and opportunistic. Very tall and thin.
Sponge-James' other mean aunt. Also a thief and a scoundrel, but not nearly as bright as her sister. Very corpulent, she often has her mind on food.
Green Grasshopper-A wizened grasshopper who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. An excellent musician. Has his eye on Ladybug. This actor also plays Man with Wallet and Garden Guild.
Spider-A normal spider who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. Her husband was killed and eaten by Spiker and Sponge. She is warm and friendly to James. This actor also plays Woman with Purse and Reporter 1.
Earthworm-An earthworm who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. A bit of a scaredy-cat. He is neurotic and worried about everything, but is very friendly and brave when called upon. This actor also plays Bobby Cop and Bitzi Botana.
Centipede- An ornery centipede who becomes human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. Hates humans, in part because Spiker and Sponge fumigated his family. Prickly and rude, everyone thinks he is a pest. This actor also plays Buzz, the Hollywood agent.
Lady Bug-A motherly ladybug who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. Respectable and classy, she has a warm, caring heart. Has her eye on Grasshopper. This actor also plays Matron Nurse and Reporter.
Please submit video auditions to Aimee Frechette at aimeefrechette@hotmail.com by April 1st.
Anticipated show dates are June 24-27, July 1-3.
In an effort to follow COVID-19 protocols and NH public health guidance, rehearsals will begin via zoom and will be followed with small outdoor rehearsals (masks required).
We are keeping our cast small and tight knit, therefore you must be willing to follow protocols to ensure the safety of fellow cast mates, including limiting travel and other recreational activities to minimize exposure.
We are seeking a short video audition that includes an introduction, singing (acapella - no more than 32 bars) and a short reading of your choice.
Characters ages 10+ any gender
Ladahlord-A strange, magical storyteller. Often inserts himself into the story, in disguise, to help push the action forward.
James-A lonely young boy who lacks confidence. Having lost both his parents in a freak accident, he feels he belongs nowhere in the world. However, when given the right encouragement he becomes resourceful and innovative. A good friend.
Spiker-James' mean aunt. A thief and a scoundrel. Shrewd and opportunistic. Very tall and thin.
Sponge-James' other mean aunt. Also a thief and a scoundrel, but not nearly as bright as her sister. Very corpulent, she often has her mind on food.
Green Grasshopper-A wizened grasshopper who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. An excellent musician. Has his eye on Ladybug. This actor also plays Man with Wallet and Garden Guild.
Spider-A normal spider who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. Her husband was killed and eaten by Spiker and Sponge. She is warm and friendly to James. This actor also plays Woman with Purse and Reporter 1.
Earthworm-An earthworm who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. A bit of a scaredy-cat. He is neurotic and worried about everything, but is very friendly and brave when called upon. This actor also plays Bobby Cop and Bitzi Botana.
Centipede- An ornery centipede who becomes human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. Hates humans, in part because Spiker and Sponge fumigated his family. Prickly and rude, everyone thinks he is a pest. This actor also plays Buzz, the Hollywood agent.
Lady Bug-A motherly ladybug who has become human-sized after eating a crocodile tongue. Respectable and classy, she has a warm, caring heart. Has her eye on Grasshopper. This actor also plays Matron Nurse and Reporter.
Please submit video auditions to Aimee Frechette at aimeefrechette@hotmail.com by April 1st.