For the kids. For the craft. 100% fee-free.
THE STARLING COMPANY
is the brand new children’s theater wing of
a non-profit professional theater company
focused on producing new musicals
and promoting financial accessibility
within the theater arts since 2018.
FLY NORTH THEATRICALS
As part of Fly North Theatricals’
The Starling Company is dedicated
to not only providing
HIGH-QUALITY
THEATRICAL EXPERIENCES
for young St. Louis-area performers
but to make those experiences
COMPLETELY FREE
TO ALL.
Simply put:
NO PERFORMANCE FEES. EVER.
AUDITIONS
Link to sign up is at the bottom (past all the important stuff).
The Starling Company is seeking actors ages 10-18 for all roles in their upcoming production of Pasek & Paul’s “A Christmas Story: The Musical” based on the 1983 holiday-classic film.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WHAT TO EXPECT
All auditionees:
Prepare a 16-32 bar cut of any song that you can sing loudly and confidently.
Prepare a 1 minute comedic monologue that showcases how funny you are. This can be from anything— a play, TV show, or even something you wrote yourself.
Please bring or wear attire you can move in. There will be a dance call. A dance call time will be assigned to you based on audition time-slot you select.
OPTIONAL: Bring tap shoes. There will be a tap call. for general ensemble as well as the role of Miss Shields. This will take place immediately following the general dance call.
DATES
AUDITIONS
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024, by appointment
REHEARSAL START DATE
OCTOBER 7, 2024
TECH WEEK START DATE
DECEMBER 9, 2024
PERFORMANCE DATES
DECEMBER 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 2024
Rehearsals will be Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30-10pm and Saturdays from Noon-4pm. Most performers will not be needed at every rehearsal. Conflicts will be accepted for most rehearsal dates— not tech week or performances, though.
Showtimes are 7:30 pm for Friday and Saturday performances; 2 pm for Sunday performances
LOCATIONS
Workshop, Auditions, & Rehearsals
FLY NORTH THEATRICALS
3617 Grandel Square, St. Louis, MO 63108
(Just around the corner from the Fox!)
Tech and performances
THE MARCELLE THEATER
3310 Samuel Shepard Drive, St. Louis MO 63103
(A five-minute walk from Fly North)
ROLE BREAKDOWN
RALPHIE (lead, young male character, vocal range = F#3 to D5)
One of the most iconic roles in holiday movie history brought to life in musical theater form! Ralphie is a bright and winsome 5th grader with what some parents might call and “overactive imagination” whose hopes, dreams, and anxieties come to life through song and dance throughout the show. Must be a strong singer. Role open to young actors of all genders.
THE OLD MAN (lead, older male character, vocal range = B♭2 to G4)
Boring dad vibes on the outside but on the inside… he’s just a silly lil’ guy (with extremely questionable taste in lamps). A blue-collar guy he usually expects the worst out of most situations; but is transformed into a true "song and dance" man in his moments of fantasy. Must be a strong mover and comedic actor.
MOTHER (lead, older female character, vocal range = G3 to D♭5)
An archetypal housewife, she keeps the house moving with a smile despite limited funds, bickering children, and cranky husbands (again, with extremely questionable taste in lamps). Has two solo numbers!
RANDY (lead, young male character, vocal range = G3 to D♭5)
Ralphie’s younger brother. He’s cute, lovable, whiny, and gets away with everything. You know, like younger brothers are. Must be funny! Role open to young actors of all genders.
MISS SHIELDS (featured, older female character, vocal range = F#3 to D5)
Ralphie’s teacher who seems normal at first… but transforms into a dynamic, show-stopping lounge singer and tap dancer. Has a big solo number!
SANTA (featured, older male character, vocal range = B♭2 to F4)
A grumpy Santa-impersonator at the local Higbee’s department store. He hates his job and to him— all the kids are on the naughty list. He judges each kid quickly and harshly to great comedic effect. Actor can also double in the ensemble. Role open to older teenage actors of all genders.
FLICK (featured ensemble, younger male character)
One of Ralphie’s best friends. In one iconic scene, he gets his tongue stuck to a flagpole. Has a few solo lines. Role open to young actors of all genders.
SCHWARTZ (featured ensemble, younger male character)
One of Ralphie’s best friends. In one iconic scene, he becomes the scapegoat for when Ralphie utters the “mother of all swear words” (don’t worry, he doesn’t actually say it). Has a few solo lines. Role open to young actors of all genders.
SCUT FARKUS (featured ensemble, younger male character)
Ralphie’s bully. He’s loud and obnoxious, always appearing at just the wrong time to intimidate his victims. Like most childhood bullies, he’s not actually that much older than Ralphie, just bigger. Role open to young actors of all genders.
GROVER DILL (featured ensemble, younger male character)
Farkus’ younger sidekick. See’s Farkus as his "hero” and laughs at all his cruel jokes. Together, they rule the neighborhood. Role open to young actors of all genders.
ESTHER JANE, MARY BETH & NANCY (featured ensemble, younger female characters)
Ralphie’s other classmates. Role open to young actors of all genders.
ENSEMBLE
When this show is done in a professional setting, it usually has separate adult and child ensembles. However, this production, being all kids, will largely combine these ensembles therefore doubling the stage time for all actors. Ensemble characters include schoolchildren, elves, dancing leg lamps and more! Lots of singing and dancing for all involved.
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