How to audition
Who can audition:
Spokane Children's Theatre casts productions with actors of all ages. We have cast as young as 5 and have many grandparents in our casts!
(regardless of age, actors must have the ability to follow artistic team directions and be able to focus for rehearsals)
What to expect:
At Spokane Children's Theatre we try to have a relaxed environment for auditions.
What to Prepare:
For musicals we need you to prepare a 1 minute song from a musical. You need to bring a device that can play an MP3 instrumental track of the song you are singing. There will also be a time where you are asked to learn a short choreography for dance. Do not perform a song from the musical you are auditioning for.
For non musical please prepare a 1 minute monologue.
What to wear:
Shoes and clothes you can dance in! If you have long hair, please have it pulled back.
Consent Forward Artists
At Spokane Children's Theatre we strive to make a respectful and safe environment. A Consent Forward Workshop is designed to create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment by teaching performers the importance of personal boundaries, clear communication, and mutual respect. It helps our community understand that they have the right to say no, especially in situations involving physical or emotional interaction on stage, and equips them with the tools to advocate for themselves while collaborating with others. By fostering a culture of consent, these workshops not only support the emotional well-being of young actors but also align with best practices in youth safety and ethical theatre-making.
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Every cast will have a mandatory consent forward workshop scheduled into their rehearsals.
80th Season Auditions
August 9 & 10
September 27 & 28
November 15 & 16
January 3 & 4
February 14 & 15
March 28 & 29
Sept. 27 & 28
6:00pm
Director: Maddy Arana
Musical Director: Kaarin VanderPlatts
Choreographer: Miranda Hein and Vanessa Cole
Stage Manager: Joshua Domrese
Performances Run Nov. 27-Dec. 20
Double Show Saturday Dec. 5
Sensory Friendly Performance Dec. 9
School Day Shows Dec. 16
In Depression-era New York, a courageous and upbeat young orphan named Annie captures the hearts of the city. Desperate to find the parents who abandoned her at a harsh orphanage, she refuses to let the cruel director, Miss Hannigan, crush her dreams. With a little teamwork from her fellow orphans, Annie breaks free to seek out her true family in the vibrant streets of NYC.
Rehearsals
Monday-Thursday
6pm-8:30pm
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Content Warning
Child Neglect and Bullying.
Substance Use
Perceived Danger / Villainy
Depression-Era Poverty
Some Language
Annie
Annie is a complex, tough, streetwise urchin who is surprisingly vulnerable when she thinks she might lose what has become most important to her: her newfound "family." Cast an excellent actress who can act motherly, independent, overwhelmed and hopeful. She should be strong vocally and musically and be able to light up the stage in "Tomorrow!"
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
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Molly
The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. Cast girls that can have "mischievous" fun together, as well as "sibling style" fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive. Molly is the littlest at age 6.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: A3
Kate
The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. Cast girls that can have "mischievous" fun together, as well as "sibling style" fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive. Kate is the next-to-youngest at age 7.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Tessie
The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. Cast girls that can have "mischievous" fun together, as well as "sibling style" fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive. Tessie is the cry baby at age 11.
Age: 11 to 11
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Pepper
The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. Cast girls that can have "mischievous" fun together, as well as "sibling style" fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive. Pepper is the toughest at age 12.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: C4
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July
The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. Cast girls that can have "mischievous" fun together, as well as "sibling style" fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive. July is the quietest at age 13.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Duffy
The Orphans are gritty girls that are neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and lovable. Cast girls that can have "mischievous" fun together, as well as "sibling style" fights. Each actress should be able to shape her own specific character, be a good singer and visually expressive. Duffy is the oldest at age 13.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Miss Hannigan
Miss Hannigan is a definite "has-been." Her distaste for her job should ooze from every line she delivers. Cast a strong actress with excellent comic timing. She must have a strong versatile singing voice and be able to create a character that is larger than life.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Grace Farrell
Grace Farrell is Oliver Warbucks's calm, cool and classy secretary. She appears businesslike when dealing with Miss Hannigan and Warbucks, yet maternal toward Annie. Cast an actress that can always appear "in control" and sophisticated. She has a small solo at the beginning of "N.Y.C." This is a great feature part for an actress who is likable, sweet and confident.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: D4
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Rooster Hannigan
Rooster Hannigan and Lily St. Regis are the comic team who claim to be Annie's parents but are revealed to be Miss Hannigan's swindling brother and his sleazy girlfriend in disguise. These characters play off each other constantly. Consider casting performers of contrasting heights. The flashy, self-assured Rooster can even be shorter than his airhead accomplice, Lily. Cast a boy for Rooster that can convincingly pull off the "smooth gambler" persona, and vocally and physically handle "Easy Street." Consider auditioning these roles together to cast the perfect duo.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: G3
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Lily St. Regis
Rooster Hannigan and Lily St. Regis are the comic team who claim to be Annie's parents but are revealed to be Miss Hannigan's swindling brother and his sleazy girlfriend in disguise. These characters play off each other constantly. Consider casting performers of contrasting heights. The flashy, self-assured Rooster can even be shorter than his airhead accomplice, Lily. Lily is a perfect role for an actress who is naturally funny, has a good sense of timing and is a strong singer. Consider auditioning these roles together to cast the perfect duo.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
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Oliver Warbucks
Oliver Warbucks is the daunting millionaire who made his fortune during World War I as an industrialist. This is a challenging role, so cast an actor that can appear middle-aged, self-assured and confident. In the beginning, Warbucks is awkwardly affectionate toward Annie and then finds himself completely charmed by her. Cast an actor who is focused and gently authoritative. His few solos in "N.Y.C." are secondary to the character commitment as an actor.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
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Sandy
Sandy is the stray dog that Annie adopts. Sandy has no lines but has the capability of earning spontaneous applause when he sings "Tomorrow" with Annie!
Gender: any
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: F4
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Drake And Servants
Drake and the Servants are the loyal domestic help of Oliver Warbucks. Your kids will have fun perfecting precision steps, nods and curtsies. This group of performers sings with the ensemble and can be double cast as New Yorkers in "N.Y.C." These roles are ideally suited for performers of any ability. This is another excellent place to expand your cast.
Gender: any
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Bert Healy
Bert Healy is the classic announcer on a radio show of the era. This is a non-singing role and is perfect for someone who is naturally funny with a big voice.
Gender: male
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Bundles
Bundles is the laundryman for the orphanage. This is a minor speaking role and is perfect for the actor who can create a likeable character. A great spot for an actor who is not quite ready for a large part.
Gender: male
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt
President Franklin D. Roosevelt is enlisted by Oliver Warbucks to help locate Annie's parents. He will be pushed onstage in a wheelchair and delivers a momentous line about "A New Deal!" This is an excellent spot to cast an actor who is not quite ready for a large part or who doesn't have a strong singing voice.
Gender: male
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Ensemble
All ages and genders.​