Elf the Musical
Audition Notice
AUDITION INFO:
Auditioners must be 18+ to audition
(except for Michael). CenterStage Theatre
Works is committed to equity, diversity and
inclusion in casting. As such, we encourage
performers of all races and ethnicities, gender
identities, sexualities, abilities, and ages to
attend every audition. We expect all actors to
exercise respect for each other to allow us to
have a safe and inclusive environment to
practice their craft.
Director: Charlotte Taylor
Music Director: Joey O’Reilly
Choreographer: TBD
Performs December 5-15, 2024 at
Frisco Discovery Center
IN-PERSON AUDITIONERS:
Please submit the audition form below and select which days and times you would like to
audition. We will email you back an available time slot.
Auditions will be held at:
Chamberlain School of Ballet
3003 W 15th St, Plano, TX 75075
Dates
Saturday, Sept 28: 2-4 pm
Sunday, Sept 29: 6:30-8:30 pm
Callbacks will be 8:45-10 pm Sept 29, if necessary. If you can not attend, you will have an
opportunity to submit your callback virtually. Those auditioning Sept 28 will know same day if
they are called back.
• Audition form for in-person auditions found at: https://bit.ly/Elf-in-person
ACTORS/SINGERS: Please provide to us audition form by September 26. If slots are full when
you submit, we will provide you another time slot or the option to submit virtually.
Please bring
• headshot and rèsumè
• Two contrasting cuts (around 32 bars each), less than 3 min for both.
o Song 1: Uptempo song (preferably comedic) in the style of the show (can be
from the show).
o Song 2: Something that shows off your lyrical/legit capabilities (emotional
expression and technique)
• Movement/Dance: There may be MAY be a dance call on Sept 29 but it is not planned
at this time.
VIRTUAL AUDITIONERS:
Please submit the audition form below by Saturday, September 28 at 4 pm. If callback is needed
for casting, we will tell you same day and you will have until 9 pm, Monday, September 30 to
submit.
• Audition form for in-person auditions found at: https://bit.ly/Elf-virtual
ACTORS/SINGERS: Please submit the following items:
Please upload
• headshot and rèsumè
• Two contrasting cuts (around 32 bars each), less than 3 min for both.
o Song 1: Uptempo song (preferably comedic) in the style of the show (can be
from the show).
o Song 2: Something that shows off your lyrical/legit capabilities (emotional
expression and technique)
• Movement/Dance (OPTIONAL): If you have a video of a musical theatre performance
where you can clearly be seen, you can submit. Otherwise, describe your experience
and training.
Callbacks may be held on Sunday, Sept 29 for those auditioning Sept 28. Virtual submissions
may be asked to submit additional material for a virtual callback by Sept 30.
STIPEND:
All actors will receive a $175 stipend for participation.
REHEARSALS:
Show starts rehearsal the week of 10/20. Rehearsal schedule will come out after actor conflicts
are submitted. Rehearsals may be scheduled Monday-Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings. It
is likely a few rehearsals will be dropped for Thanksgiving week based on actor conflicts
submitted, but load-in and cue-to-cue is on Dec. 1, the Sunday right after Thanksgiving.
Tech rehearsals:
Load-in and cue-to-cue rehearsal is December 1 at Frisco Discovery Center (10 am – 9 pm but
typically most actors will be called at 1
Dec 2 5:30-10:30
Dec 3 5:30-10:30
Dec 4 5:30-10:30
PERFORMANCES:
Performances begin December 5 and run through December 15.
At this time, the following shows are planned:
December 5 – 7 pm
December 6 – 7 pm
December 7 – 2 pm and 7 pm
December 8 – 2 pm and 7 pm
December 12 – 7 pm
December 13 – 7 pm
December 14 – 2 pm and 7 pm
December 15 – 2 pm (strike after this show)
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Elf The Musical is based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony
Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin on
Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The
Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).
Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the
North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous
size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy
embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity.
Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't
even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York
remember the true meaning of Christmas.
COVID POLICY
For the well-being of our actors and theatregoers, we promote a healthy and safe environment
and request that all actors be vaccinated and have received the current booster. We reserve the
right to require masks or other precautions if COVID-19 conditions change in our area. If actors
develop symptoms, you may be asked to follow current COVID protocols. We are an
independent theatre and rely on other rented physical venues and spaces to perform our shows.
When problems occur, we cannot extend our run. For this reason, our ensemble may be asked to
be swings for named roles.
Elf the Musical
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
*Note: Ages and gender identities are those of the character, not the auditioner. All listed identifiers
are in accordance with the agreement with MTI and the options provided by the book writers in the
script. CenterStage Theatre Works is committed to diverse casting for all our productions and it is an
important tenet of our creative team. We welcome and encourage actors to audition without regard
to ethnicity, gender, experiences, or abilities.
The Cast
SEEKING:
BUDDY (SWING): Male, 20s - early 30s, any ethnicity. Buddy is the perfect elf! He is good-natured,
he means well, and he is happy all the time. A bull-in-a-china-shop, yet full of fun. Energetically
earnest, comedic personality. Excellent singer with improvisation skills and dance skills. Vocal
range: B3 - Ab5. The role of Buddy has been cast. This is a Swing who will cover that track and be
guaranteed at least one performance. Additionally will be part of ensemble.
JOVIE: Female, 20s - early 30s, any ethnicity. Guarded, appealing, relatable, yet a bit cynical. When
we first meet Jovie, her vulnerability is well-hidden underneath a tough façade. She doesn’t have
much Christmas spirit until she meets Buddy, who adores her completely. Excellent singer with
dance skills. Vocal range: G3 - Db5.
WALTER HOBBS: Male, 40s – 60s, any ethnicity. A strong, authoritative presence, Walter can be
stern and unemotional, but we see his softer side when Buddy comes into his life, and he recommit
to his family. Strong singer. Vocal range: B3 - E5. NOTE: Dance skills are a plus but not mandatory.
DEB: Female, any age, any ethnicity. Walter’s secretary, who has the big responsibility of keeping
her boss and the whole office happy. She does this by sharing her cheerful outlook with everyone.
Sharply witty. Excellent singer with some dance/movement skills. Vocal range: C4 - C5.
EMILY HOBBS: Female, 40s - 60s, any ethnicity. Emily is warm and witty; the eternal problem
solver, as well as a devoted wife and mother. She quickly embraces Buddy and appreciates the
renewed sense of childlike innocence she feels with Buddy around. Excellent singer with
dance/movement skills. Vocal range: G3 - D5.
MICHAEL HOBBS: Male, 12 - 16 years old, any ethnicity. Michael Hobbs is the smarter-than-
average son of Walter and Emily. He quickly befriends his new adult brother, Buddy, and does
everything he can to make sure Buddy becomes a permanent part of the family. Excellent singer
with an unchanged voice and some dance/movement skills. Vocal range: G3 - D5.
SANTA CLAUS (May combine with Greenway or Macy’s Manager) : Male, 30s – 70s, any ethnicity.
Santa is, of course, the iconic figure that represents everything Christmas and engages with the
audience as he narrates the play.
GREENWAY (May combine with Santa): Male, 30s – 70s, Greenway, Walter’s boss, is a shrewd
businessman with a commanding presence and no joy in his heart for the holiday; the antithesis of
Santa. Good singer. Vocal range: Bb3 - D5. NOTE: Dance skills a plus.
CHADWICK & MATTHEWS – Any ethnicity, male, age 20s – 50s, Walter’s right-hand “men.”
Desperate to keep job, schemers and not always with it. and perhaps the dumber of the two.
MACY’S MANAGER (May combine with Santa): Male, any age, any ethnicity. The manager is doing
everything he can to make sure all the employees stay in line. Funny, spirited, great singer. Good
movement skills. Vocal range: B3 - Gb5.
ENSEMBLE 3-5 (may be asked to be Swings for Named Roles) Actors, male and female, who can
play a variety of other roles in this production including.
Mrs. Claus, Elves, Charlie, Tiara, Mr. Narwhal, Teenager, Employees, Security Guard 1&2, Customer
1&2, Saleswoman, Store Elf 1&2, Fake Santas, Boy, Mother, Policeman 1&2, Sarah, Jim, Vendor,
Waitress, Charlotte, Man, Woman.
Many of these roles will have solos and featured roles (such as Charlie and Charlotte)
FOR ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THIS AUDITION, PLEASE
EMAIL US AT:
cstheatreworks@gmail.com
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