AUDITIONS
February 8th and 9th
Vocal Auditions - 6:00-8:30PM
Dance Audition - 8:30-9:30PM
Rehearsals for Matilda take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 and Saturdays 10:00-2:00. You may not be called to every rehearsal however you need to be available for the times in which you are called. Tech week runs May 26th - 30th with performances on May 29th and 30th. Tech week is mandatory and conflicts are not allowed during that week.
Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical
All ages are invited to audition for this Main Stage production!Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award–winning Matilda the Musical is a high-energy, heart-filled celebration of imagination, courage, and girl power. Bursting with catchy songs, dynamic choreography, and unforgettable characters, this joyful production delights children and adults alike with the story of a remarkable girl who dares to dream of a better life.
AUDITION INFORMATION
All ages welcome
Children under 18 must be enrolled in ILFT’s Musical Theater Class to be eligible to audition (Enrollment does not guarantee a role)
No appointment necessary however you must fill out the audition form.
Please bring a head shot or recent picture of yourself.
Prepare a 1-minute song that fits the style and theme of the show. Bring your track, accompaniment will not be provided.
Dance audition required (bring comfortable movement clothes)
CALLBACKS
Tuesday the 10th
Callback cuts will be posted on the ILFT website following auditions
Bring your boldness, your imagination, and your inner rebel—
Matilda is ready to take the stage!
CHARACTER BREAK DOWN
Character Breakdown (Ages of characters are TBD)
Matilda Wormwood
An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched.
Gender: female
Age: TBD
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Callback Song: Quiet
Miss Agatha Trunchbull
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda’s school who despises children.
Gender: female or male
Age: 35 to 55
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Callback Song: The Smell of Rebellion
Miss Honey
Matilda’s kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 40
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Callback Song: My House
Mr. Wormwood
Matilda’s uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman. Comedic role
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Mrs. Wormwood
Matilda’s self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer. Comedic role
Gender: female
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Callback Song: Loud
Michael Wormwood
Matilda’s older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents.
Gender: male
Age: 10 to 15
Bruce
Matilda’s classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull.
Gender: male
Age: 7 to 14
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Lavender
Matilda’s classmate and friend.
Gender: female
Age: 7 to 10
Mrs. Phelps
A nice librarian.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 45
The Escapologist
A character in a story, Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C3
The Acrobat
A character in a story, Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. Dancer/Acrobat
Gender: female
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D4
Rudolpho
Mrs. Wormwood’s ballroom dance partner.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D#3
Doctor
Mrs. Wormwood’s Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3
Callback Song: Miracle Part 2
Children’s Entertainer
A party entertainer at the start of the show.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Named/Speaking Students -Amanda, Nigel, Eric, Alice, Hortensia, Tommy
Must be dramatic actors/actresses. Must able to sing and dance well.
Ages TBD
Classmate Ensemble
Classmates of Matilda. Must be able to sing, and dance well.
Ages 10-18
Ensemble
Cook, Henchman 1, Henchman 2, Henchman 3, Parents, Circus Attendees