NOW ACCEPTING AUDITIONS
"Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty..."
...and audition for Matilda!
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical
SEASON 16Inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, Matilda The Musical tells the story of an extraordinary young girl with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind. Armed with courage, intelligence, and a little bit of magic, Matilda dares to change her own story—and inspires everyone around her to do the same. Featuring a thrilling score by Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis Kelly, this Tony Award-winning musical is a joyous celebration of resilience, rebellion, and the power of storytelling.
For questions, please contact casting@cadencetheatre.org.
Program Information
This audition is for the roles in the Youth Company, an educational, tuition-based training and performance program. Participants receive professional instruction and mentorship throughout the rehearsal and performance process while developing skills in acting, singing, dancing, collaboration, and theatrical storytelling. Tuition information and financial assistance opportunities will be provided as part of the audition registration process.
Cadence and THE HOUSE. are seeking youth performers ages 8–18 for this special holiday production. This production will feature two alternating casts working alongside a professional adult company.
Audition Details
Audition Sign-Up
All performers must complete the audition registration form and reserve an audition time slot prior to auditions.
Please complete the form in its entirety, including all known conflicts. While rehearsals will primarily take place on Wednesdays, certain principal roles and featured ensemble members may be called for Sunday evening rehearsals, so it is important that all Sunday conflicts are listed on the audition form.
If you are out of town during auditions, please contact us at casting@cadencetheatre.org, and we will send instructions for a virtual submission.
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at
Richmond Performing Arts Alliance – Third Floor
AUDITIONS
Tuesday, July 21 5–7:30 PM
CALLBACKS* (By Invitation Only)
Wednesday, July 22 5–7:30 PM
*Please note that not receiving a callback does not mean you have not been cast. Callbacks are used only for specific casting decisions, and many performers may be cast without being asked to attend callbacks.
What to Prepare
Matilda
Prepare "Naughty" beginning at 2:53 ("Just because you feel that life's not fair...") through the end of the song.
Bruce
Prepare "Revolting Children" from the beginning through "my mommy says I'm a miracle" (:51).
All Other Roles
Prepare "When I Grow Up" from the beginning through "before you're grown up" (:55).
All auditionees should be prepared to participate in a dance call.
If you are unable to attend auditions due to travel or other circumstances, please email casting@cadencetheatre.org to discuss submitting a video audition.
Scenes to prepare for will be sent out by mid-July, but youth will not have to read at the initial auditions.
Rehearsal Schedule
Rehearsals will primarily take place at
THE HOUSE. 900 Catherine St, Richmond, VA 23220
Please only audition if you can commit to the rehearsal, technical rehearsal, and performance schedule.
Rehearsals
September 30 - November 18
Wednesdays 4:30-6:45 PM
Sundays* 5–7:45 PM
*Certain principal roles and featured ensemble members may be called for Sunday evening rehearsals. Please indicate all Sunday conflicts on your audition form.
Technical Rehearsals
December 3–10
Technical rehearsals will take place in the evenings at the Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse. Attendance at all scheduled technical rehearsals is required.
Performances
Friday, December 11
Saturday, December 12
Sunday, December 13
Friday, December 18
Saturday, December 19
Sunday, December 20
Potential Extension Performances
In the event of an extension, additional performances may be added on:
Wednesday, December 16
Thursday, December 17
Sponsors
This production is made possible through the generous support of the following (including an anonymous sponsor):
