JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: Puffs - Roar Academy

Title: PUFFS (Two-Act Young Wizards Edition)

Presented By: ROAR Academy

Genre: Comedy / Parody Play

Synopsis: PUFFS is a fast-paced parody of the Harry Potter universe, told from the perspective of the underdogs — the Puffs. Following Wayne Hopkins and his friends Oliver and Megan, this hilarious spoof explores what it’s like to be one of the “other” students at a Certain School of Magic. Full of heart, charm, and plenty of comedy, PUFFS is a story for anyone who has never been destined to save the world.

Audition Date:

• Saturday 13 September 2025, 3:00–5:00pm

• Tuesday 16 September 2025, 6:00–8:00pm

Audition Location and Address: Theatre 102, 102 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe QLD

Audition Requirements:

• No preparation required; auditions will be cold reads from the script.

• The director will provide guidance during the audition.

• Actors are encouraged to audition for multiple roles.

Audition Registration: Email info@roaracademy.com with your attendance preference.

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Performance Dates: 28 – 30 November 2025

Performance Location: Theatre 102, Redcliffe QLD

Rehearsal Dates: From 7 October 2025

Rehearsal Times:

• Tuesdays 5:00–7:00pm

• Saturdays 3:00–5:00pm

Creative Team:

• Director: Jake Hollingsworth

• Producer: Madeleine Johns

Production Website: ROAR Academy

Other information:

• The show can be cast with as few as 11 actors but may expand to include many more.

• A chance for young performers to explore comedy, parody, and ensemble theatre.

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

• Wayne Hopkins - The hero – a nerdy wizard boy from New Mexico. Totally uncool, but full of charm and heart. Loyal to a tee. Likes comic books and video games, knows nothing about magic or this weird magic world he is now a part of. He is determined to be the hero, even if another boy with a magic scar steals his thunder. Best friends with Oliver and Megan.

• Oliver Rivers - One of the main trio. Incredibly smart and cerebral, he is a math wiz, and proud of it; lovingly a nerd from New Jersey. After ending up at wizarding school, he finds out he isn’t the top of his class, and instead begins a fantastical journey of friendship and even some love, better than any algebra class could ever promise. Real comic chops, incredibly appealing, youthful.

• Megan Jones – A moody puff and one of the main trio; begins the show by only desiring to live up to her mother’s reputation: a dark wizard currently in Wiz Priz for being such a bad-ass Death Buddy in her youth. Favourite store: Hot Topic. Favourite colour: black. Over time, her tough veneer begins to soften, as a budding romance with Oliver becomes apparent. Defiant and headstrong on the surface, the audience begins to see that her adamance of being completely unique and independent really stems from her desire to be loved and accepted.

• Narrator - The narrator of the story. She/he guides us through our entire show of Puffy-ness. British accent. Must be a great storyteller, as she/he must keep the audience engaged and updated on all the goings-on. Can be a bit of a know-it-all, but still relatable and appealing. Comedy skills a must, improv background is a plus.

• Leanne - A little distant. A little random. Is possibly a genius or really, really stupid. But has a really strong heart. The Puffiest of the Puffs.

• Ernie Mac - Proud. Loud. Pretty sure he’s the best.

• Hannah – A socially awkward and painfully shy Puff. Very shy. Not great at reading social cues.

• J. Finich Fletchley - Boyish & fun. Chipper and happy except, when his life is in mortal danger.

• Sally Perks - She just goes to school there.

• Susie Bones - Sad. Gloomy. Think Eeyore from “Winnie the Pooh.” Constantly in fear of her or her family dying.

• Cedric/Mr. Voldy - An appealing comic actor to play the pivotal roles of Cedric in Act I and Mr. Voldy in Act II. Cedric: A champion. Athletic, winning, popular, and charming. Everyone’s favorite, but still loyal, patient, and kind. A leading example of a Puff. Mr. Voldy: Evil. Like, reeeaaally evil. Wants to rule the world in shadows and darkness and terror.

• Other Characters - Harry, Hermeoone 1, 2, and 3, Clumsy Longbottom, Blondo Malfoy, Seamus, Goyle, Viktor, Colin, Frenchy, Zach Smith, Uncle Dave, Hagrid, A Certain Potions Teacher, 1st Headmaster, 2nd Headmaster, Professor Locky, Professor McG, Professor Turban, Professor Sproutty, Professor Lanny, Ghost History Teach, Runes Teach, Ms. Babble, Real Mr. Moody, Mr. Nick, A Fat Friar, Myrtle, Sorted Smart, Rita Scooter, Mr. Bagman, Death Buddy 1, Xavia Jones, Helga, Rowena, Ric Gryff, Sal, Bippy, Scorp