Upcoming Auditions

AUDITIONS FOR OLIVER
Sept 27 - 30
PERFORMANCES
February 6 - 15, 2026
Oliver PRODUCTION Information
A beloved gem among British musicals, Oliver! follows a young orphan who overcomes mistreatment, deception, and abduction to make a better life for himself and his new-found friends. Adapted from Charles Dickens’ ever-popular novel, the musical includes some of theatre's most loved songs, including; ‘Food Glorious Food’, ‘Consider Yourself’, ‘You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two’, ‘I’d Do Anything’, ‘Oom Pah Pah’, and the heartbreaking ‘As Long As He Needs Me’.
Born into poverty and misfortune, Oliver Twist escapes the harsh conditions of a workhouse and ventures into the streets of London. There, he encounters a cast of colourful characters, including the Artful Dodger, the villainous Fagin, the kind-hearted Nancy, and the menacing Bill Sikes. As Oliver navigates a world filled with danger and deception, he seeks love, family, and a place to call home.
While this show does have darker elements we will be leaning heavily into the comedic elements and characters. Looking for strong actors with great comedic timing.
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PRODUCTION INFORMATION:
Vocal Auditions are
September 27th 9am - 12pm
September 29th 6 - 9pm
Appointments are available but not required. Email info.obctheater@gmail.com to schedule an appointment
Come Anytime between 6 - 8pm - walkups welcome!
Callbacks are by invitation only September 30th 6 - 9pm
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Rehearsals November 1st - January 31st.
Rehearsals for select cast members will begin October 18th to prepare for promotional events
Rehearsals are Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday Evenings & Saturday mornings. Not all cast members are called for all rehearsals - usually 2 - 3 rehearsals a week.
No Rehearsals December 22 - 28th, December 31 - January 2
Performances: February 6 - 15th
(must be available for10am school performances on February 12th & 13th (with a possible additional performance February 6th).
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AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION LOCATION
Auditions are held at:
Over the Moon Escape Rooms
1307 W 6th Street Unit 109
Corona, Ca 92882
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Please prepare a 32-bar cut (1 minute of music) in the style of the role you’re auditioning for. No acapella singing - an accompanist will be provided. YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN SHEET MUSIC. Music from the show is encouraged. ​
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*A Stipend is provided to all actors over 18 years of age
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CASTING INFORMATION
Character Descriptions for Oliver
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN except the role of BILL SYKES has already been cast.
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CASTING girls/women ages 7 - Adult
CASTING boys/men ages 7 - Adult
Oliver Twist: A orphan workhouse boy, age range 8-13, singer (smooth boyish soprano)/actor.
British (not cockney) accent, bright and innocent. This character is in approximately 80% of the scenes, parents should note he will be required at rehearsal more than any other person in the show.
Artful Dodger: A street kid, age range 13-18, singer/actor. Cockney accent. Very energetic, highly personable, intelligent and savvy beyond his years, Fagin’s right hand “man”.
Fagin: Middle aged leader of a children’s band of thieves, age range 35- 50s, singer/actor. Cockney accent. Described as devious, a user, sly fox, con man, very personable.
Nancy: When she was younger worked for Fagin, now a “barmaid” at the Three Cripples Bar,
age range 25-40s, singer (good belt)/actress should have decent movement skills.
Cockney accent. She lives with and loves Bill Sykes, pretty, intelligent, longs for a better life.
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Mr. Bumble: The Master of the Workhouse, age range 35-55, singer (high tenor)/actor. Cockney accent. A large, pompous and corrupt bureaucrat.
Widow Corney: The Mistress of the Workhouse, age range 25-50, singer (soprano belt)/ actress.
Cockney accent. Sharp tongued widow, also corrupt​
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Bet: Nancy’s friend, may also have worked for Fagin, age range 16-25, singer/actress should move well. Cockney accent. She idolizes Nancy.
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Mr. Sowerberry: The undertaker, age range 30-45, actor/singer (baritone). Cockney accent. Kind of creepy, “buys” Oliver from Bumble to work in the funeral home as a coffin follower, may be an alcoholic.
Mrs. Sowerberry: The undertaker’s wife, age range 30-45, actress/singer (mezzo). Cockney accent. More business savvy than her husband.
Noah Claypole: Undertaker’s apprentice, age range 18-25, actor. Cockney accent. May have also come from Workhouse. Feels threatened by, dislikes and torments Oliver.
Charlotte: Sowerberry’s daughter, age range 16-21, actress. Cockney accent. Attracted to Noah, kind of flirty.
Mr. Brownlow: Older gentleman, age range 40-60, actor/singer. British (not cockney) accent. Kind upper class gentleman, Oliver’s grandfather.
Dr. Grimwig: A doctor, age range 35-55, actor. British (not cockney) accent. Upper class, friend of Mr. Brownlow.
Mrs. Bedwin: A housekeeper, age range 30-55. British (not cockney) accent. Works for Mr. Brownlow. Warm personality.
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Workhouse & Fagin KIDS
Age ranges 7-18, Casting boys and girls
Including Dodger’s friend Charley. Singers/actors, Need to move/dance well & any “special skills” are an added plus (i.e: acrobatics, tumbling, juggling, dance etc. We are looking for boys and girls who are bright and personable. Boys and girls will be in one or more of the following:
Workhouse Boys, Workhouse Assistants, Bow Street Runners, Street Vendors,Crowd of Onlookers and Passersbys
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Adult Featured Ensemble
Age ranges 16 and up,
Need singers (all voice types), characters with cockney and traditional British accents. Include in this are the “featured” soloists: The Rose Seller (mezzo), Strawberry Seller (soprano), Milk Maid (soprano), Knife Grinder (baritone) and Long Song Seller (Tenor); featured roles Old Sally and Old Lady (cockney accents), & the Chairman. Strong actors, vocalists & dancers needed.
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