St. Charles Christmas Traditions Auditions/Interviews

Auditions/interviews will be held by appointment SEPTEMBER 2 from 6pm til 9pm and SEPTEMBER 3rd from 10am til 5pm. Callbacks will be SEPTEMBER 3rd at 6:30pm

Holiday Characters and Santas:
Professional acting experience is not required, but an outgoing personality and the ability to cheerfully interact with the public 'in-character' is essential. Applicants must be in good physical condition and able to walk short distances outdoors throughout the day. Possible characters include: Father Christmas, Town Crier, Reindeer Flight Instructor, Kris Kringle, Flower Girls, Mrs. Claus, Snow Queen, Tiny Tim (boys age 7-11) and more. Auditions will consist of a cold reading from a holiday story.

Christmas Carolers (SATB):
Qualified candidates will have experience singing in small and/or large ensembles, must learn music quickly and have the ability to cheerfully interact with the public in all types of weather. Applicants are asked to prepare 12 measures of a Christmas carol to be sung acapella. Vocal callback will at 6:30p on the 3rd. If you wish to be considered for a vocal position you MUST be able to attend the callbacks.

All applicants must be available Saturdays 10am-9pm and Sundays 12-5, plus Wednesday and Friday evenings 6pm-9pm from Nov. 26 – Dec. 24. Some conflicts can be worked around, but availability will be given strong consideration when casting. All positions are paid. Paid mandatory rehearsals will be held throughout late October and November.