Audition Packet Oz
Audition Packet Oz
Audition Packet Oz
Dorothy Gale sweet, innocent young lady with a streak of boldness, outspoken and headstrong, but
dearly loves family, friends and her dog, Toto. Lives on farm with Aunt Em & Uncle Henry but dreams of
escaping to a far-off place where she will not get into trouble. Must be a strong vocalist & good dancer.
Toto Dorothys beloved dog and constant companion. In Kansas, Toto will be a puppet manipulated by onstage
puppeteer. In Oz, Toto will be an actor (male or female) dressed as a dog. Requires extensive make-up, energy and
exuberant body language. Limiting singing role (group parts) but must be able to bark with expression.
Aunt Em typical hard-working farmers wife who is firm & no-nonsense but also warm and caring.
Sings reprise of Somewhere Over the Rainbow as duet with Dorothy. Mainly an acting role requiring
ability to show both strong and softer sides.
Uncle Henry Dorothys adoring uncle and farm owner, but lets his wife Em stay in charge. Non-singing role has only
a few lines and requires a good character actor.
Hunk (Scarecrow) Clumsy one of 3 farmhands on Dorothys farm. Both characters talk about being
smart and having a brain audience should see connection between characters through body language
and speech. Requires extensive make-up, excellent body control, match pitch and good rhythm. The
two roles may be split between two actors and/or cast as female.
Hickory (Tin Man) Kind, sweet and nurturing one of 3 farmhands. Tin Man has no heart, but is very
caring. Requires extensive make-up, good physical control, match pitch and pleasant singing voice. The
two roles may be split between two actors and/or cast as female.
Zeke (Cowardly Lion) Third farmhand who lacks courage. Acts tough, but true fearful self comes out in
any scary situation. Requires extensive make-up, good comedic timing, strong character voice, physical
control and matching pitch. The two roles may be split between two actors and/or cast as female.
Miss Gulch (Wicked Witch of the West) Well-off, cold-hearted Gale neighbor, who hates Toto. The non-singing role
requires extensive make-up, intense dramatic commitment, strong stage presence, vocal control and ability to
succeed with classic witchs cackle.
Professor Marvel (Wizard) Travelling salesman who lives by telling fortunes. A bit of a con man but with a good
heart. This non-singing role requires versatility to demonstrate strong & commanding Oz yet show the soft & caring
side. Also requires memorization of large chunks of dialogue.
Glinda Good Witch of the North who is the mother figure for Munchkins and Dorothy, whom she guides
through Oz. Delicate and graceful, the role requires a lovely singing voice and sweet speaking tone.
Although written to double with Aunt Em, the two roles will most likely be divided between two actors.
ENSEMBLE & CAMEO ROLES
Ensemble members may play roles from one or more groups listed below in order of appearance.
Cyclone Dancers will help create the tornado effect through interpretive dance, moving scenery and manipulating
puppets or rigged costumes. Non-singing roles require ability to correctly complete a variety of dance turns & leaps.
Cyclone Victims Brief one-line speaking roles require manipulating a large prop/costume.
Lady in rocking chair, Cow (2 people), 2 men in rowboat
Munchkins Little people who live in Munchkinland where Dorothys house lands. Full of joy, enthusiasm and
celebration. All sizes eligible. Group singing and reacting. Munchkins with speaking lines:
2 Munchkin Teachers, Munchkin Mayor, Munchkin Barrister, 2 City Fathers, and Munchkin Coroner
Munchkins with vocal solos:
Munchkin Mayor Munchkin Coroner 3 Munchkin Tots 3 Tough Guy Munchkins
Lullaby Lollipop
League Guild
Yellow Brick Roadsiders Represent the background during scenes where Dorothy meets Scarecrow, Tin Man & Lion.
Cornstalks, Apple Trees, Wild Trees: Non-speaking, non-singing roles with simple costume changes and body
physicality to suggest different locations.
Two trios sing back-up vocals and have a few funny lines:
3 Crows: 3 Apple Trees:
The 3-male group provides The 3-female group provides
back-up vocals and corn-ey back-up vocals and punny
jokes for Scarecrow scene. wit for Tin Man scene.
Jitterbugs Forest creatures who serve the Wicked Witch to dance the shoes off Dorothys feet! This fast-paced,
swing number requires excellent dancers and will put you out of breath!
Optimistic Voices Late 1930s female vocal trio (or more) who sing short chorus welcoming Dorothy to
the gates of Emerald City. Requires excellent singers for perfect 3-part harmony.
Doorman & Guard 2 comical characters in Emerald City. Doorman tries to be tough but turns into a softy.
Likewise, Guard changes from harsh to sympathetic because Dorothy cries. The script indicates Uncle Henry plays
these roles. In the MGM movie, both characters were played by Professor Marvel/Wizard. The director may choose
any of the above or split the roles.
Ozians Citizens of Emerald City, non-solo group song and dance, including non-solo parts for stylists, tin restorers &
straw stuffers and a Cat who briefly distracts Toto.
Winged Monkeys Wicked Witchs menacing animal army. Non-singing, non-speaking but plenty of monkey
business and sounds! Requires posture control and very high energy. Will include all genders and all ages!
Nikko Leader of the Winged Monkeys. Non-singing but does have a small speaking part.
Winkie Guards Wicked Witchs slave-guards who are over-joyed at her death. Simple group vocal parts will include
all genders. Must have physical control to demonstrate crisp military movements.
Leader of Winkies Leader of the Winkie Guards. Small speaking part, no vocal solo. The script indicates Uncle
Henry plays this role. In the MGM movie, it was played by Professor Marvel/Wizard. The director may choose either
option or cast another actor entirely.
The Wizard of Oz
AUDITION SIDES Kelly Autism Program
Each auditioner must choose only ONE of the following sides to perform solo at audition. Memorization of your
choice is preferred but not required. Ability to best demonstrate your chosen character with appropriate voice &
expression and proper posture & body movements determines casting. Director may request you perform another
side in addition to your selection, but only expects you to memorize your choice. All casting comes from these sides.
Dorothy Aunt Em
Auntie Em! Auntie Em! Just listen to what Almira Gulch, just because you own half the
Miss Gulch did to Toto! She hit him right county doesnt mean you have the power to run
over the back with a rake just because she the rest of us! For 23 years, Ive been dying to tell
says he gets in her garden and chases her you what I thought of you! And now being a
nasty, old cat. But he doesnt do it every Christian woman, I cant say it!
dayjust once or twice a week. And he
cant catch her old cat, anyway. And now Glinda
she says shes gonna get the sherriff, and Well, Im a little muddled. The Munchkins called
what am I going to do? me because a new witch has dropped a house on
the Wicked Witch of the East. And theres the
Miss Gulch and Wicked Witch house, and here you are, and thats all thats left
(As Gulch) That dogs a menace to the of the Wicked Witch of the East. And so what the
community. Im taking him to the sheriff Munchkins want to know is are you a good
and make sure hes destroyed! Theres a witch, or a bad witch?
law protecting folks against dogs that bite!
Unless you want to go against the law. Professor Marvel and Wizard of Oz
(As Witch) As for you, my fine lady, just try (As Marvel) Leaving so soon? Wait, wait! Dont
to stay out of my way! Just try! Ill get you, tell me! You are running away! Haha!
my pretty, and your little dog, too! (Cackle) Professor Marvel never guesses, he knows! Now
gaze into the crystal ball with me
Hunk and Scarecrow (As Wizard) Universities are where men go to
(As Hunk) Now lookit, Dorothy, you aint become great thinkers. And they have no more
using your head about Miss Gulch. Think you brains than you. Therefore, I hereby confer upon
didnt have any brains at all. you, the honorary degree of Th.D. Doctor of
(As Scarecrow) Its very tedious being stuck Thinkology!
up here with a pole up your back. But if youll
bend the nail down, maybe Ill slip off and Hickory and Tin Man
(falls down) Whhhooops! Haha! There goes (as Hickory) Hurry fore my arms are pulled clear
some of me again! I just keep picking it up out of their sockets. I aint a statue, you know. I
and putting it back in again. aint made of iron.
(as Tin Man) About a year ago I was chopping that
tree, minding my own business, when suddenly it
started to rain and right in the middle of a chop.
I rusted solid. And Ive been that way ever since.
Zeke and Cowardly Lion Uncle Henry
(As Zeke) Listen, kid, that old Gulch aint (to Miss Gulch) Well if you dont want to hear
nothing to be afraid of. Have a little what I have to say about you, you better pedal
courage, thats all. your carcass offa my land! You have friends in
(As Lion) Put em up! Put em up! Ill fight high places? Why dont you climb on your
you with one paw tied behind my back. Ill broomstick and go visit em. (to Dorothy) Im
fight you standing on one foot. Ill fight you sorry, we cant be against the law, Dorothy.
with my eyes closed. (Dorothy smacks nose)
Whadcha do that for? I didnt bite him! You All other roles (Toto, All Munchkins & Ensemble)
didn't have to go and hit me, did you? Is my As Mayor of the Munchkin City,
nose bleeding? In the County of the Land of Oz,
I welcome you most regally!
ADDITIONAL CALL-BACK SIDES Let the joyous news be spread.
Call-backs only, if needed. Memorization not required.
The Wicked Old Witch at last is dead!
Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, & Toto Dorothy, Aunt Em, Wicked Witch
SCARECROW: Look! The Witchs castle! We DOROTHY: Auntie Em! Auntie Em! Is it really you?
made it! AUNT EM: Dorothy, I hope you can somehow hear
TIN MAN: But how can we find Dorothy? me wherever you are. Were trying to find
LION: My paws are getting tired from all this you, dear. We want you to come home,
searching. Dorothy. Please come home, come home
TOTO: (enters) Gruff! Ruff-ruff! to us, safe and sound.
SCARECROW: Its Toto! Where have you been? DOROTHY: Oh, I want to Auntie Em. I really want
TOTO: Ruff-ruff Oh-we-oh! We-oh-oh! Grrrr. to come home! But Im here in Oz, locked
(laughs like Witch) Yipe! Yipe! Yipe! up in the Witchs castle, and Im so afraid,
TIN MAN: Whats he sayin? and I I dont know what to do.
LION: The Wicked Witch has Dorothy locked AUNT EM: Dorothy, dear. Come home to us. Just
In her tower? come home.
TIN MAN: Oh, we have to get her out. WITCH: Sorry to break up the happy reunion!
SCARECROW: Dont cry now. Ive got a plan! DOROTHY: Auntie Em! Please come back! Please!
LION: Hes got a plan. WITCH: Ill give you Auntie Em, my pretty! (Cackle)
SCARECROW: And youre going to lead us. When I return, youll get yours and Ill have
LION: Me? mine!
TIN MAN: Yes, you.
TOTO: Ruff-ruff. Wizard
LION: All right, Ill tear em apart! (Growls.) Silence! Whippersnapper! The beneficent Oz has
Theres only one thing I want you to do. every intention of granting your requests! But you
SCARECROW & TIN MAN: Whats that? must prove yourselves worthy. Bring me the
LION: Talk me out of it. the broomstick of the Wicked Witch of the West.
Now, go! (Yells) I said, go!
Dorothy
Oh, Toto, were home. Home! And Im not Wicked Witch
going to leave here ever, ever again, because Oh! Im melting! Melting! Oh, what a world, what
I love you all! And, oh, Auntie Em, theres no a world! Ohhhh! Ohhhhhh!
place like home!
The Wizard of Oz
AUDITION SONG LYRICIS Kelly Autism Program
Each auditioner must choose only ONE of the following audition selections to sing solo at audition. Music will be
provided. Director may request you sing another song in addition to your selection. All roles will be cast from the
provided selections.
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Dorothy, Aunt Em, Glinda, Apple Trees, Optimistic Voices
(starts at end of song) Somewhere over the rainbow
Where troubles melt like lemon drops Bluebirds fly.
Away above the chimney tops, Birds fly over the rainbow,
Thats where youll find me. Why, oh, why, cant I?
If I Only Had Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Crows
a Brain a Heart the Nerve
I could while away the hours, When a mans an empty kettle, Yes its sad, believe me, Missy,
Conferrin with the flowers, He should be on his mettle, When youre born to be a sissy,
Consultin with the rain. And yet Im torn apart. Without the vim and verve.
And my head Id be scratchin, Just because Im presumin But I could show my prowess,
While my thoughts were busy hatchin That I could be kind-a human, Be a lion not a mou-ess,
If I only had a brain. If I only had a heart. If I only had the nerve.
Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead! Munchkin leads must sing ensemble part first.
Toto & Ensemble part only Coroner
Ding dong! The Witch is dead. As Coroner, I must aver,
Which old witch? I thoroughly examined her
The Wicked Witch. And shes not only merely dead,
Let them know Shes really, most sincerely dead.
The Wicked Witch is dead.
Three Tots Three Tough Kids
We represent the Lullaby League We represent the Lollipop Guild
The Lullaby League, the Lullaby League, The Lollipop Guild, the Lollipop Guild,
And in the name of the Lullaby League, And in the name of the Lollipop Guild,
We wish to welcome you to Munchkinland. We wish to welcome you to Munchkinland.
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Kelly Autism Program AUDITION FORM
NAME AGE GRADE
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AUDITION INFORMATION
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Will you accept a role if your sibling is not cast? No Sibling
Will you accept a role requiring extensive make-up?
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Will you accept only one character of a dual-role?
Will you accept an ensemble or cameo role?
Will you accept a backstage or technical position?
Will you change your hair if cast in a leading role?
Do you have or will get braces or other dental appliances?
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