AUDITION NOTICE: Kinky Boots - Swich Up Productions

Title: Kinky Boots the Musical

Presented By: Swich Up Productions

Genre: Musical Theatre / Comedy / Drama

Synopsis: This Tony Award-winning musical tells the true story of Charlie Price, who inherits his father’s struggling shoe factory and finds an unexpected partner in Lola, a fabulous drag queen with a wildly exciting idea. Together, they transform the business and discover that sometimes the best way to fit in… is to stand out. With an uplifting score by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, Kinky Boots is a heartwarming celebration of acceptance, friendship, and being unapologetically yourself.

Audition Date: October 2025 (exact date provided upon registration)

Audition Location and Address:

Ipswich, QLD (exact venue provided upon registration)

Audition Requirements:

• Prepare material as outlined in the audition pack (sent upon registration).

• Readings, singing, and/or choreography as per role requirements.

• Drag performance experience encouraged but not required.

• All roles are voluntary and unpaid (community theatre).

Audition Registration: Register your interest here

Audition Pack: Sent upon registration

Performance Dates: Friday 27 March – Sunday 29 March, 2026

Performance Location: Ipswich Civic Centre, Ipswich QLD

Rehearsal Dates: Late 2025 – Early 2026 (schedule to be provided to successful cast)

Warnings:

• Roles include drag performance elements.

• Adult themes and language (PG-13 audience).

Performer Age: Open age (young children’s roles of Charlie and Lola not included in this production)

Production Website: Swich Up Productions

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

• Charlie Price – Factory owner, passionate, conflicted, must sing tenor.

• Lola/Simon – Fabulous drag queen with powerhouse vocals and presence.

• Nicola – Charlie’s ambitious fiancée.

• Lauren – Factory worker, quirky and comedic.

• Don – Factory worker, hyper-masculine, comic relief.

• Pat – Factory worker, sharp and outspoken.

• George – Factory manager, loyal and practical.

• Angels – 7 drag performers (dance, vocals, charisma required).

• Ensemble (20) – Factory family, townsfolk, supporting roles.