Directed by Patricia Miller
Musical Director: Bill Wolfe Choreographer: Bradley Miller
AUDITION DATES:
Saturday, March 18th, 11am-2pm
**For Children's roles under 18**
All Roles: Monday, March 20th, 6:30-9:30
All Roles: Tuesday, March 21st, 6:30-9:30
Please bring a resume and photo along with music in your vocal range.
These are non-union, non-paying roles and there is no charge to audition.
Call Backs:
Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:30 pm
Location:
Westminster Community Playhouse
7272 Maple Street, Westminster CA 92683
REHEARSALS START:
Saturday, March 25th (children 1 to 2 days per week; Saturdays included).See Calendar at Auditions
PERFORMANCE DATES:
May 19 to June 11, 2023
(Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm;
Sundays at 2 pm)
Westminster Playhouse is proud to present the Southern California premiere of Little House on the Prairie: the Musical, based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder books.
This dynamic story follows the Ingalls family through 5 years as they head West for the Dakota Territories. Filled with heartwarming and dramatic music and song, a tale unfolds of Pioneer strength and individual fortitude, as the Ingalls and their fellow Homesteaders strive to forge a living from the vast Prairie.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
The Ingalls Family:
Laura Ingalls - age span 13 to 18 (Alto/2nd Soprano).
Pa (Charles Ingalls) - age span 40 to 50
(Baritone/Tenor) Plays the Fiddle
Ma (Caroline Ingalls) - age span 35 to 40 (Alto).
Mary Ingalls - age span 15 to 20 (Alto/2nd Soprano).
Carrie Ingalls - age span 8 to 13 (Alto/2nd Soprano).
Almanzo Wilder (2nd lead; marries Laura Ingalls) age span 21 to 26 (Baritone-Tenor)
Homesteaders/Townspeople: (various ages & vocal ranges; strong multiple roles).
Mrs. Brewster - age range 25 - 35 (Alto - strong dramatic solo)
Eliza Wilder - age range 25-35
Mr. Brewster - age range 35 - 55
Dr. Tann (Black medical doctor) - age range from 40 - 55
Mr. Olesan, Storekeeper: age range 35 - 55
Robert Boast - age range 30 - 45
Owen - age range 20-30
MacKenzie - age range 25 - 45
Cap Garland (Almanzo's friend) 17 - 22
Miss Bayne - age range 30-50
School Children- 6 girls, 5 boys (ages 8 to 19; various Vocal ranges).
Nellie Olesan: age range 14 - 19 (1st Alto)
Minnie: friend of Nellie's - age range 14-19
Ida: friend of Nellie's - age range 14 - 19
Clarence Brewster - age range 15 - 19
Willie Oleson - age range 12 - 17
Young Olaf - age range 12 - 17
Tommy, Ruby, Martha - age ranges 8 - 14
Blanche, Blind student - age range 12 - 19
There are large and small roles. Ensemble characters play multiple roles, have strong group songs and individual lines. This is the perfect play for those who are looking for a start in community theater or for seasoned performers who are looking for strong ensemble roles.
Audition information:
Please contact:
Patricia Miller
Call or text
(949) 394-9325
Email: theatre_lover_99@yahoo.com