JUNIOR AUDITION: Matilda Jr. - On the Boards Theatre Company, The Dance and Theatre Factory

Title: Matilda JR. (Workshop + Performances)

Presented By: The Dance and Theatre Factory

Genre: Family Musical (JR. Edition)

Synopsis: Rebellion is nigh! Matilda Wormwood is brilliant, brave, book-obsessed—and armed with a touch of magic. With the kind Miss Honey in her corner and a school full of “revolting children,” Matilda stands up to the tyrannical Miss Trunchbull in this funny, fast-paced musical about courage, imagination, and choosing your own story.

Audition Date: Thu 4, Fri 5, Sat 6 December (individual slots)

Audition Time:

• Thu 4 Dec: 3:15–4:15pm

• Fri 5 Dec: 4:00–6:30pm

• Sat 6 Dec: 12:00–3:00pm

Audition Location and Address: On the Boards Theatre Company, Unit 1/433 Wondall Rd, Tingalpa QLD

Audition Requirements:

• Performer age: 8+

• Prepare two contrasting musical theatre songs (approx. 32 bars each). Panel may not hear both.

• Bring a backing track on an AUX/Bluetooth-capable device

• Acting side: Familiarise one excerpt from the audition pack to read in the room.

• Notes: Only audition if you want a speaking/lead role. No audition required for ensemble participation.

Audition Registration: Register Here

Audition Pack: Download Here

Performance Dates: Sat 17 – Sun 18 January

Rehearsal Dates:

• Workshop block: Fri 9 Jan – Fri 16 Jan (January school holidays)

• Rehearsal Times: 9:00am–5:00pm daily during the workshop

Participation Fees:

• 10-day program (9–18 Jan): $495 (principal roles)

• 6-day program (12–18 Jan): $375 (ensemble roles)

• Payment plans available on request.

• Fees include: costumes, rights/royalties/scripts, insurance, technical & creative staff, sets/props, venue hire.

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

• Matilda Wormwood (D5–Bb3) – Brilliant, fiercely independent, and compassionate; escapes into books and discovers surprising powers to outsmart injustice.

• Miss Honey (D6–Bb3) – Gentle, brave teacher who champions Matilda’s gift despite her own difficult past; warm mix/soprano with heart.

• Agatha Trunchbull (F#5–C4) – Comic villain; the iron-fisted headmistress who relishes rules and punishments; commanding presence and timing essential.

• Mr. Wormwood – Blustering, small-time schemer; dismissive of Matilda and hilariously deluded by his “business genius.” Strong comedic patter.

• Mrs. Wormwood – Vain, self-absorbed dance devotee; prioritises looks and TV over parenting; larger-than-life comedy with dance flair.

• Michael – Matilda’s monosyllabic brother; minimal lines, deadpan comedy.

• Mrs. Phelps – Kindly librarian who delights in Matilda’s storytelling; warm, supportive presence.

• Escapologist (F3–E3) – Heroic, grand figure from Matilda’s tale; bold, theatrical delivery.

• Acrobat (A4–D4) – Graceful counterpart to the Escapologist within Matilda’s story; lyrical performance quality.

• Bruce (F#4–C3) – Good-natured classmate who faces Trunchbull’s infamous chocolate-cake trial; requires comedic stamina and featured vocals.

• Lavender (D5–C4) – Matilda’s upbeat bestie; resourceful and loyal; featured lines and song moments.

• Nigel (D4–C3) – Sweet, anxious classmate who gets flustered but pulls through; comic beats and small solos.

• Amanda (Eb5–C4) – Spirited classmate with the iconic pigtail-toss moment; featured solo lines.

• Hortensia (D5–C4) – Confident truth-teller among the kids; solos and dialogue.

• Alice (D5–C4) – Classmate with featured vocal lines.

• Tommy (Eb4–C3) – Classmate with featured vocal lines.

• Rudolpho – Mrs. Wormwood’s flamboyant dance partner; movement/dance feature and comic swagger.

• Sergei – Intimidating but ultimately pragmatic client; brief featured scene with Matilda.

• Ensemble – Russians, Little Kids, Big Kids (incl. Big Kid 1–3), Kids, Mums, Dads, the Cook, the Mechanic. Ensemble sings, moves, and creates the show’s world; plenty of featured moments.