A Christmas Carol - Audition Call for Kids

YOUNG PERFORMERS FOR GLOBE THEATRE’S PRODUCTION OF A CHRISTMAS CAROL 

Adaptation by Michael Shamata

Directed by Judy Wensel

Choreography & Movement by Misty Wensel

We’re looking for spirited young performers to join the cast of A Christmas Carol this holiday season!

Globe Theatre will be casting eight young performers, divided into two rotating casts of 4, to form our Street Urchin Spirit Chorus — an essential and imaginative force within this production. This chorus will function as mischievous, whimsical guides who help drive the emotional and narrative journey of A Christmas Carol. Blending movement, voice, and ensemble work, the Spirit Chorus will shadow, provoke, and inspire Ebenezer Scrooge as he is led through past, present, and future. 

We’re looking for kids AGES 7-13 who are

• Spirited and curious
• Love to play and move
• Comfortable using their bodies to tell stories (dance training not required!)
• Collaborative and open-hearted 
• Interested in speaking text aloud and developing character 
• Eager to explore fun, physical, and expressive work in a group setting
• Enthusiastic about working hard and committing to being part of a professional theatre experience 

Four children will be cast in featured roles:

• Tiny Tim/Young Ebenezer
• Fan/Belinda

Additional roles (e.g., Martha or Peter Cratchit) may be cast from the Spirit Chorus depending on age and fit.

Initial Group Audition Workshop:

Thursday, June 26, 2025

1-7pm, location TBA

Callback Workshops:

Will take place across four dates in July and August. Please provide availability for summer dates in the Child & Family Info Form (below). While not every child will be invited to a callback, those who are will be asked to attend 1, possibly 2 sessions based on their availability, the needs of the production, and how we’d like to further explore their potential fit for specific roles. 

Final Casting Decisions:

Made by mid August 2025

Auditions will be facilitated by Director Judy Wensel and Movement Director/Choreographer Misty Wensel in a playful and supportive workshop setting.

CONTRACT DATES

• October 30-December 21. If ticket sales are going well, we may add performances until Sunday, January 4. Please be aware that this may include added performances on Dec. 23rd & 26th!

Child performers will be engaged under the CTA (Canadian Theatre Agreement) and this is a paid contract.

Rehearsal starts: Thursday, October 30

Opening: Friday, November 28

Closing: Sunday, December 21 (Potential to extend until Sunday, January 4)

COMMITMENT

• Rehearsal
• Children cast members will primarily rehearse after school (4:00–6:00 PM) and on weekends. Some school time will need to be missed during technical rehearsals and for weekday matinee performances. All rehearsal dates and times and the performance schedule will be provided well in advance.

• Performances
• There will be two rotating casts of children, with each cast alternating performances throughout the run. On average, each cast will perform approximately four shows per week.

This structure is designed to support the well-being of young performers, ensuring they have adequate rest, time for school, and opportunities to enjoy the experience without becoming overwhelmed. A detailed performance schedule indicating which cast performs on which dates will be provided well in advance of opening.

Pre-Rehearsal Workshops

Children cast members will also be required to participate in Pre-Rehearsal Group Workshops in September and October. There will be five weekly workshops (2–3 hours each) designed to prepare the chorus for rehearsals — focusing on ensemble-building, choreography, and grounding in the story.

Workshop dates will be confirmed in August and scheduled for weekday evenings, after school, or on weekends.

For the Child & Family Information Form below, please enter the parent/guardian's first name, last name, email and phone number, followed by your child's information.

Callback Audition Workshops

While not every child will be invited to a callback, those who are will be asked to attend 1 or 2 sessions based on their availability, the needs of the production, and how we’d like to further explore their potential fit for specific roles.

Please list all dates you are available from the list below in the final text box at the bottom of the Child & Family Info Form: 

• Tuesday, July 15
• Wednesday, July 16
• Tuesday, July 29 
• Wednesday, July 30 
• Tuesday, August 12
• Wednesday, August 13