Title: The Witches
Presented By: National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)
Genre: Play
Synopsis: Adapted from Roald Dahl's beloved novel, The Witches tells the story of a brave young boy and his grandmother who uncover the secret world of witches conspiring to rid the world of children. Packed with magic, comedy, and suspense, this stage adaptation is a delightful journey of courage, family, and triumph over evil.
Written By: David Wood (Adaptation), based on the novel by Roald Dahl
Audition Details:
Audition Date: Sunday, 16 February 2025
Audition Times:
Session One (10:00–11:30 am): Actors auditioning for Boy, Bruno, and Grandmother
Session Two (11:30 am–1:30 pm): Actors auditioning for all other roles (The Grand High Witch has been cast).
Audition Location and Address: NAPA Studios, 3 Stevenson Court, Burleigh Heads, Queensland
Audition Requirements:
Required Age: 8+ for children; 18+ for adult roles
Audition pieces will be sent out upon registration.
A variety of English and European accents will be used.
Audition Pack: Download Here
Audition Registration: NAPA Auditions
Available Roles:
Boy: Male presenting, playing age 8–12, curious and brave orphaned child.
Bruno Jenkins: Male presenting, playing age 8–12, solid, stocky, obnoxious, and comic.
Grandmother: Female presenting, playing age 60+, loving and knowledgeable about witches.
Lawyer/Hotel Doorman/Head Waiter: Male presenting, 20s+, multiple comedic roles, accents a bonus.
Sailor/Doctor/Head Chef: Male presenting, late 20s+, multiple comedic roles, accents a bonus.
Mr Jenkins: Male presenting, 35–55, posh and pompous father to Bruno.
Mrs Jenkins: Female presenting, 30s–50s, prissy and doting mother to Bruno, comedic.
Mixed Ensemble: All ages, playing roles such as Nurse, Waiter, Waitress, Guests, various witches, and more.
Performance Dates: 11–17 April 2025
Performance Times: School holiday matinees and evening shows
Performance Location: NAPA Studios, 3 Stevenson Court, Burleigh Heads, Queensland
Rehearsal Dates: Commencing Sunday, 23 February 2025
Mondays and Wednesdays (evening)
Sundays (daytime)
Other Information:
Ensemble and Witch ensemble members can elect to appear in day shows, evening shows, or both.
Adult actors may be called upon as puppeteers and to operate various tricks and tech.
Director: Amy Elkin
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