Open Audition Notice:
Miracle On 34th Street
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
Company & Audition Venue: The Wimberley Players, 450 Old Kyle Rd. Wimberley TX. 78676
Directed by: Karin Cunningham
Audition Dates:
- Friday, August 23 rd 7-9 pm
- Saturday, August 24 th 2-4 pm
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 24, 2024.
Appointment Form (click link):
https://forms.gle/wxnRHPox31eRs5ja9
(all actors must submit form - including headshots, resumes, and video file or link if needed)
Callbacks (if needed): Sunday, August 25 th 3-6 pm. Sides will be provided.
How to 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 -11pm.
Production Dates: September 15th thru December 8th. Friday and Saturday night curtain is 7:30pm and Sunday matinee curtain is at 2:30 pm.
Compensation: All actors are offered a stipend.
About the Play: Adapted by the Mountain Community Theater from Valentine Davies' novel and inspired by the classic 1947 film, 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.
Time and Place: 1940’s New York City..
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 Walker
7-10 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, DA
30-45 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) / Caroler
Mid-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
The Wimberley Players
450 Old Kyle Rd.
Wimberley, TX. 78676
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512-847-0575
https://www.wimberleyplayers.org/audition-notices
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