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Directed by Shannon Ordakowski
Vocal Direction by Lacey Keck
AUDITION *DATES:
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 18, 2026
6:30PM - CHILDREN (8-14)
7:30PM - ADULTS (15+)
MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026
6:30PM - CHILDREN
7:30PM - ADULTS
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*​Those auditioning only need to attend ONE audition session.​
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Auditions will be held at the Academy Theatre:
275 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335
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***In-person auditions are preferred, but if you are unable to attend auditions, videos will be considered.
Your video should include:
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your name
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role you are interested in
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audition song title (of one of the pre-selected songs below.)
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your song
Send the video in an email with your contact info and your resume & headshot (if you have them), as well as potential conflicts from January 26-May 3. Video submissions should be sent to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org no later than 6:30pm on SUNDAY, JANUARY 18.***
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AUDITION PREPARATION:
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***Students ages 8-18 are encouraged to attend our Matilda AUDITION WORKSHOP!
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When: SUNDAY, JANUARY 11, 2026 from 4:00pm-5:00pm
Where: The Academy Theatre, 275 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335
Instructor: Anne Conti
Ages: 8-18
Cost: Free!
Register below!
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Prepare for Matilda auditions with Academy educator and veteran of the stage, Anne Conti!
Run the audition songs with a group, demystify the audition process through mock auditions, and learn helpful audition tips in a supportive setting!
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(Attending the Audition Workshop is NOT required.)​
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***EVERYONE MUST PREPRARE ONE OF THE DESIGNATED SONGS BELOW.​​
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***PLEASE NOTE: The age ranges for characters are a generalization and not set in stone (with the exception of actors being at least 8 years old). If you think that you could be good for a character, be they younger or older than your actual age, please audition for that role.
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(There will be no cold readings and no need to prepare a monologue or dance routine.)​​
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MATILDA
AUDITION CUT: "Naughty" Measures 71-104
(8-12 years old)
Role will be double cast.
An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched.
Vocal Range D5-A3
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YOUNG KIDS (8-12 years old)
AUDITION CUT: "When I Grow Up" Measures 1-34
"When I Grow Up" - Instrumental
"When I Grow Up" - Guide Vocals
"When I Grow Up" - Sheet Music
Characters include:
Bruce - Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull
Vocal Range C4-E5
Lavender - Matilda’s classmate and friend.
Eric, Tommy, Amanda, Nigel, Alice, Hortensia - More of Matilda’s classmates
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MRS. WORMWOOD
AUDITION CUT: "Loud" Measures 77-99
(25-45 years old)
Matilda’s self-absorbed negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.
Vocal Range F5-A3
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MISS HONEY
AUDITION CUT: "Pathetic" Measures 1-35
(21-35 years old)
Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear of Miss Trunchbull
Vocal Range D5-F3
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MISS TRUNCHBULL
AUDITION CUT: "The Hammer" Measures 14-55
(25+ years old)
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children. Casting open to all genders.
Vocal Range G4-A2
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CHOSE ONE OF TWO SONGS FOR THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
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AUDITION CUT: "All I Know" Measures 1-41
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AUDITION CUT: "I'm Here (Acrobat's Story #4)" Measures 30-48
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MR. WORMWOOD
(25-45 years old)
Matilda’s uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman
Vocal Range D3-A4
MICHAEL WORMWOOD
(12-18 years old)
Matilda’s older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents.
MRS. PHELPS/CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINER
(21+ years old)
A nice librarian, will double as the Children’s Entertainer in the opening number.
THE ESCAPOLOGIST/DOCTOR
(17+ years old)
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Will double as the Doctor in the opening number.
Vocal Range E4-C3
THE ACROBAT/NURSE
(17+ years old)
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Will double as the Nurse in the opening number.
Vocal Range D4-A4
RUDOLPHO
(18+ years old)
Mrs. Wormwood’s ballroom dance partner.
Vocal Range D#3-A4
ENSEMBLE
(16+ years old).
Dance heavy. Looking to cast at least 4 males and 4 females to play the Parents, Older Kids, Ballroom Dancers, Russian Henchmen, etc.​​​​​​
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ABOUT THE SHOW:
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other's lives, as Miss Honey begins not only to recognize but also appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace!
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Performance Dates:
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:30pm
Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm
Friday, April 17, 2026 at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7:30pm
Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7:30pm
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm
Friday, May 1, 2026 at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7:30pm
Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 2:00pm
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CREW & VOLUNTEERS
Not a fan of the spotlight, but still want to be involved? We need volunteers for everything from hair and make-up to crew and lights. Send an email to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org​​
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MATILDA is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.MTIShows.com​​
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