Children’s casting directors Keston & Keston are leading the search on behalf of Disney Theatrical Group.

We’re looking for exceptional children to play the roles of Young Barnum, Young Charity/Caroline & Helen in the new stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman based on the 2017 smash hit film. The musical will feature the GRAMMY® Award-winning and Academy Award®-nominated songs by EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, including “The Greatest Show,” “A Million Dreams,” “Come Alive,” “Rewrite the Stars” and the Golden Globe® Award-winning “This Is Me,” together with their brand new songs written especially for the musical. The book is by Emmy® nominee Tim Federle. The Greatest Showman will be directed and choreographed by two-time Tony® Award-winning Casey Nicholaw.

Young Barnum – 10-14 years old to play 12 years old. Any ethnicity. Street-smart and scrappy, with a strong desire to prove himself. An “unchanged” voice with a strong pop sensibility.

Young Charity/Caroline – 10-14 years old to play 12 years old. Any ethnicity. Young Charity is refined and responsible, but dreams of a more wilder, more exciting life. As Caroline, funny and feisty, a girl who adores her parents and getting to grow up in the circus.

Helen – 8-12 years old to play 9 years old. Any ethnicity. She is kind and wide-eyed. 

Open Audition Details:
 Age: 8–14 years old (must be 9 by 1st January 2026 and boys must have unbroken voices)
Location: anywhere in the UK & Ireland
Height: Under 5ft
Skills: Exceptional talent in singing, acting and movement. No previous experience is required. 

Children will be chaperoned, accommodated, and provided with travel and education if required. All child roles are paid. 

For more information and to apply: https://kestonandkestoncasting.com/#about