Auditions
Audition for a Holiday Classic!
A Christmas Carol Auditions September 4 & 6
A Christmas Carol returns in a reimagined adaptation by Drew Murdock, guided by the expert direction of Sandra Bell. This timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation, filled with heart, humour, and holiday spirit, has inspired audiences for generations. Now it’s your turn to bring Dickens’ classic tale of hope, kindness, and redemption to life on stage!
AUDITION DATES:
Auditions will be held at 112 Princess Street on
Thursday, September 4 (7:00 – 9:30 PM)
Saturday, September 6 (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Auditions will be individual, on a first-come, first-served basis.
If needed, callbacks for selected candidates will take place on Sunday, Sept.7, 1:00-3:00 PM.
PRODUCTION DATES:
November 19-22, 2025, with the possibility of adding a performance on November 23. The show will move into the Imperial Theatre the week of November 16 for one week of tech and performances.
Rehearsals will run 4 times a week from early October until the opening on November 19. Please note that there will be a read-through on Monday, Sept. 8, 6:30-9:30 PM.
PREPARATIONS:
Character Breakdown:
- There are 9 roles available: 7 adult roles (a mix of male/female/any gender) and 2 roles for young people (male/female)
- Except for Scrooge, all actors will play multiple roles
- Actors will remain on stage the majority of the time and will move set pieces
- This is not a musical, but the ability to sing in tune would be useful. Please let us know if you can play an instrument (e.g., fiddle).
Please come prepared to sing a brief section of your favourite Christmas carol, and to read from the attached sides (use your own accent; be familiar with the reading, but no need to memorize):
Questions? Please contact Sandra Bell at sbell@unb.ca