WVA's Spring Musical 2025
West Virginia Academy is thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming spring production of The Musical Roald Dahl's Matilda Jr.
Below is all the information you need to know to participate in this exciting opportunity. If you have any questions, please reach out to Lily Vredingburgh at Lily.Vredingburgh@westvirginiaacademy.org
Audition Information
*IMPORTANT*
Please read carefully all instructions below.
All actors MUST be prepared with two song cuts and a monologue.
Prior to Auditions:
1. Sign up for an audition slot HERE.
2. Memorize a monologue that is similar, but not directly from the show, of the character you would like to audition for.
3. Familiarize yourself with the music, specifically the song cuts below.
4. Bring the Audition Form completed and signed by a parent/guardian.
5. Theater Resumes are encouraged but not required.
Matilda Song Cuts: All Actors must pick two.
There are five character song cuts. Those are for Miss Honey, Trunchbull, Matilda, Bruce, and Lavender. There are four ‘ensemble’ cuts. You may choose ONE character AND ONE ensemble OR TWO ensemble cuts.
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It is recommended that you pick the songs that best fit your vocal range. Practice using the guides as well as the instrumental track. You will need to use the instrumental track in the audition. Just because you sing a character’s song does not mean you will be casted as that character.
We also recommend that the ‘little kid’ roles are played by 2nd-6th graders, and the ‘big kids’/adult roles are played by 7th-11th graders.
Monologue Information
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Scholars in 2nd through 5th grade are asked to memorize a 1 to 3-minute monologue.
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Scholars in 6th grade and older are asked to memorize a 2 to 5-minute monologue.
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We ask that the monologues are age appropriate and fitting to the show and character you are auditioning for. Do not use a monologue directly from Matilda. It is best to find a different show or play to perform.
Vocals and Cold Reading
During the audition, scholars may be asked to sing some warmups to test their vocal range and/or cold read from the Matilda script as a character.