Welcome to Auditions for “Willy Wonka Jr.”
Informational Night: December 9, 2015 at 6pm. This night will provide you with more information
about the Willy Wonka Jr. production, as well as more information about the audition process and what
to expect after the auditions.
About Auditions: Our auditions are friendly and fun, children may be asked to sing a song they
already know, like “Happy Birthday” or a song that shows your voice. No previous experience is
necessary.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals will begin in January and run on most Saturday mornings at Fiddlehead Center
at 25 Shaker Road in Gray, Maine.
Performance Dates: Performance dates are April 2nd, 3rd, 9th and 10th.
About our theater program: This is our 8th full-length production as part of our Fiddlehead Players
Children’s Theater program. Our creative team has extensive experience in children’s theater and
includes a musical director, set designer and choreographer. Parents and grandparents are welcome to
share their expertise and/or enthusiasm and join our creative team! Participating in theater arts inspires
wonder and excitement and our program is designed to nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
Young people create unforgettable memories and incredible bonds of friendship that only live theater
can offer. Theater arts, fun and education work hand in hand to challenge and inspire and can transform
lives. Fiddlehead Center’s theater program offers the opportunity to participate in a full length
production and brings kids together in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment.
About the Play:
The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka's mysterious
chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale.
Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie
Bricusse and Anthony Newley, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical
guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth.
Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a
contest by hiding five golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whoever comes up with
these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of
the five winning children are insufferable brats: the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket
who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to
follow Mr. Wonka's rules in the factory--or suffer the consequences.
For more information about casting, roles, and song samples please visit:
http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000255
About Fiddlehead Center:
We continuously reach out to support the need for after-school enrichment programs in arts and science
for children in grades Pre K-12. As a regional center, everyone is welcome at Fiddlehead. We have
families from New Gloucester, Windham, Pownal, Poland, Casco, Raymond, Freeport, North
Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Raymond, Auburn, Lewiston and Cumberland who enjoy our programs. We offer
private music lessons for all ages in almost all disciplines including voice, guitar, banjo, drums, fiddle,
and violin to name a few. Educational classes are also offered for adults interested in the arts and
wellness.
Fiddlehead Art & Science Center is a non-profit organization relying on private funding and donations.
For all those who have shown their support, we thank you. To learn more about Fiddlehead and /or how
to support us, please call Jacinda at 207-657-2244.
Contact Info:
Jacinda Cotton-Castro, Executive Director: 657-2244
jacindajoy@fiddleheadcenter.org
Physical Location: 25 Shaker Road in Gray.
Online: www.fiddleheadcenter.org
Application
Name______________________________________________________________________________
Age______ Grade_________ School ______________Town __________________________
Phone number: ______________________________
Part(s) auditioning for_________________________________________________________________
Are you willing to take a different part? ________________________________________________
Acting Experience: ___________________________________________________________________
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Dancing Experience: _________________________________________________________________
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Singing Experience: __________________________________________________________________
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Vocal Range (if you know):____________________________________________________________
Special Skills (e.g. stage combat, juggling, miming, clowning, making balloon animals, gymnastics,
accents, etc.): ___________________________________________________________________
Cast T-Shirt Size: YOUTH: ___small ___medium ___large ADULT: ___small ___medium ___large
Medical/Behavior/Allergies: Will not affect casting, we want to make sure everyone has a positive
experience.
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How did you hear about Fiddlehead Center’s production?
____ Word of Mouth ____ FCA Event ____ Newspaper ____ Past Student
_____ Current Student ____ Backpack
Other:_____________________
Schedule Conflicts
25 Shaker Road, Gray • 657-2244 • www.fiddleheadcenter.org
Please list any planned absences such as One Act Festival, vacations, lessons, sports practices and etc.
that may interfere with rehearsals.
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I have noted any conflicts that ______________________________ may have for rehearsals and/or
performance dates.
I understand that casting depends on actor’s ability to attend rehearsals and that un-excused absences
may result in loss of a part or dismissal from the cast.
Parent Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _______
Cast Member Signature: ______________________________________ Date ________
Attendance Policy
Being in a play is a commitment and it is mandatory to attend your rehearsals and performances.
Excused absences include illness and planned events such as family vacations. Birthday parties,
sleepovers and etc. are not considered excused absences.
Contact Info
25 Shaker Road, Gray • 657-2244 • www.fiddleheadcenter.org
Actor’s Name: ________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name(s) _______________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Phone Numbers (Home): _______________________________________________________
Phone Numbers (Cell)
Name______________________________________#_________________________
Name______________________________________#_________________________
Phone Numbers (Work)
Name______________________________________#_________________________
Name______________________________________#_________________________
Emergency Contact if no parent is available:
Name______________________________________#_________________________
We correspond via e-mail. Please list email addresses to receive correspondence.
Name _________________________________ email ______________________________________
Name _________________________________ email ______________________________________
Name _________________________________email________________________________________
Release Form
I. Publicity
I, _________________________________________ give permission for _______________________
to have his/her photograph/video taken for purposes of Willy Wonka Jr.
Signature of parent/guardian
________________________________________Date________________
II. Medical Emergency
In case of a medical emergency, I ___________________________________________ give the
members of Fiddlehead Center Players permission to seek medical treatment for my son/daughter
___________________________________.
My hospital preference is _________________________________________
Signature of parent/guardian _____________________________________Date ________________
III. Liability Waiver and Medical Release
I hereby release Fiddlehead Center for the Arts, its partners and all employees, agents, officers and
volunteers from any liability claims, demands or suits for property damage and personal injury which
could arise out of the course of participating in this program. I understand that these activities may
involve physical exercise and perhaps a health risk and I will release all above mentioned parties from
any claims. I also grant permission for emergency medical attention in case I am not able to be reached.
Signature__________________________________________________________Date____________
Payment
25 Shaker Road, Gray • 657-2244 • www.fiddleheadcenter.org
Fiddlehead Players membership (helps to cover royalty fees, costumes,
pizza party fun night, cast party etc.): INCLUDES t-shirt...........................................................$139
Additional fees: ...................................................video $30, Good Luck Ad $10; extra t-shirt $10
Total Package (includes member fee, 1 t-shirt, video & Good Luck Ad).....................................$159
In order to be cast, payment must be made at the time of auditions. If for some reason your child
does not want to participate and we are notified in writing by December 31st – a full refund will
be issued. No refunds will be issued after December 31st.
Payment Information:
Actor’s Name ___________________________________________________________________
Parent’s name _______________________________________________
Payment Options: ___ Check ___ Cash ___ Credit/Debit Please Circle: Visa MC AMX
Account Number:___________________________________________ Expiration: _______________
Name as it Appears on Card:
___________________________________________________________________________________
Billing Address for Credit Card:
____________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Authorized Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: ________________
*Credit/Debit information is destroyed after each session.
Do you want your credit/debit card number kept on file? YES or NO
Thank you
Volunteer
Fiddlehead Center’s Children’s Theater is family-oriented and all parents, guardians, and family
members are encouraged to join in the fun! Please indicate the ways you would be interested in helping
by marking an “X” in the spaces below: Please consider helping - every little bit helps!
YOUR NAME: ________________________________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________
I would like more information about helping with..... (You can check more than one....)
____________Rehearsal Parent(s)
____________Backstage - Set
____________Backstage - Hair, Makeup
____________Backstage - Costumes
____________Costume design and /or sewing
____________Tech - lighting / sound / special effects
___________ Set Construction/Building
____________Scenery / Painting
____________Poster Distribution
____________Marketing and Fundraising
____________Box Office
____________Concessions
____________ Props
____________Photography and/or creating and presenting the slide show at the cast party
____________I have a truck and would be willing to help transport costumes, sets and props.
____________________________________________Other