Join us on stage! Auditions:

Wednesday, May 7th and Thursday, May 8th

Kids 7-13: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Adults/teens: Sign in at 6:45pm, auditions begin promptly at 7:00pm

The Community Cultural Center

1 Bridge St. Sidney, NY

First, read the character breakdowns! Then, fill out our audition form below. Audition materials will be emailed to those who sign up the week of auditions.

If you are not available on the audition dates, please fill out the form then email president@tritowntheatreinc.org for instructions on how you can submit a video audition.

We're off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations.

By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart

Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.

The Wizard of Oz is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals www.concordtheatricals.com

Character Descriptions

  • Young Kansas girl, earnest, expressive, and strong-willed, in search of something more. Very strong singer who moves well. Female, 15-18, Mezzo Sop

  • Aunt Em is demanding, but loves her niece. Glinda is the Good Witch of the North. Benevolent and beloved. Strong singer. Female, 30-50, Mezzo Sop

  • Dorothy’s pleasant uncle. Strong comic actor, big presence. Male, 30-50, Baritone

  • A mix of bravado and cowardice. Should move well. Cuddly actor with excellent comic timing. Male, 30-50, Baritone

  • Desperate for a heart. A kind-hearted romantic. Singing and dance required. Male, 30-50, Tenor

  • Plucky and clever in a pinch, even while lacking a brain. Strong actor with an honest quality. Excellent dancer – acrobatic skills a bonus. Male, 30-50, Baritone

  • Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence. Excellent comic actress, has a killer cackle. Female, 45+, non-singing

  • Older father figure with an eccentric flair. Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus. Male, 45+, non-singing

  • The chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available. Singing and movement required. Ages 20+

  • The chorus of the show, with featured speaking/vocal/dancing roles available. Singing and movement required. Ages 15-19

  • The little people of Munchkinland. Long oppressed, and happy to be freed, the Munchkins will (mostly) be played by children. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience is a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins, such as The Coroner, The Lollipop Guild, and The Lullaby League. Ages 7-13 (depending on height)

Audition Form