THEATRE - Young female actors, age 9-13 for Coraline, Leeds Playhouse

10 June 2024

Leeds Playhouse has launched an open casting call to find young actors to star as Coraline in the world premiere of Coraline – A Musical in its Courtyard theatre in spring 2025 ahead of a national tour.

Candidates must be 9-13 years old at date of audition and live within approximately an hour’s commute from Leeds or Manchester. This is a paid role, and the Playhouse welcomes female and female-identifying young people and those with additional access requirements. .


INFORMATION

Role: Coraline

About: We are casting female and female-identifying young people to play the lead role of Coraline in Coraline – A Musical. Coraline is a quirky, brave, imaginative and gutsy young girl who learns to confront her fears and overcome huge challenges. The team are looking for exceptional singer/actors with confident movement skills. We welcome and encourage applications from young people of all backgrounds including young people with additional access requirements.

Age: 9-13 years old (at date of audition)

Height: Any

Availability: February 2025 – July 2025 (young performers will rehearse and perform in Leeds – there are also UK tour venues including Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh)

Location: We are looking for children from the North of England who live within a 1-hour commute from Leeds or Manchester.

To apply: please click here to register.

All young people who match the casting criteria will be emailed and invited to submit a self-tape within 1 month of application. The closing date for applications is 30 June 2024.

Where and when are auditions happening? 

Auditions are happening via self-tape for first round auditions. Recalls will take place in September and those shortlisted will be contacted via email.

Does my child need experience? 

No. Children don’t need any experience to apply or audition. We strongly encourage applications from newcomers and children from all backgrounds. We are looking for young people who can act, sing and join in movement/dance scenes with the company.

Parents/Guardians will be provided with dates on offer but will be required to accompany and drop children off at the theatre for rehearsals, matinee and evening performances. Children will be looked after by licensed chaperones at all times in the theatre.

Will my child receive a payment for being in the production?

Yes – there will be a payment for both rehearsals, performances and travel expenses which will be discussed during the casting process at the offer stage.

If you have any other questions regarding the production, please email children’s casting directors Keston & Keston on info@kestonandkeston.com


For more information:

https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/are-you-ready-to-open-the-door-to-a-new-adventure/?utm_source=x&utm_medium=Coraline+open+auditions&utm_campaign=Coraline

Source: @WhatsOnStage

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