JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: The Wizard of Oz - BeXD Create

Title: The Wizard of Oz

Presented By: BeXD Create

Genre: Musical Theatre / Holiday Workshop

Synopsis: Follow the Yellow Brick Road in this magical journey from Kansas to Oz! Join Dorothy Gale as she’s swept away from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. On her journey to meet the mysterious Wizard and find her way home, she befriends a Scarecrow, a Tin Man, and a Cowardly Lion — all while evading the Wicked Witch of the West! This timeless tale celebrates friendship, courage, and the power of believing in yourself.

Students will spend six immersive days developing their characters, rehearsing choreography and music, and preparing a full-scale production of The Wizard of Oz. This workshop is inclusive, educational, and jam-packed with performance opportunities for every participant.

Audition Self-Tape Due: Monday 16th June, 2025

Audition Requirements: To audition for a lead or featured role:

• Slate (Intro): Name, role(s) you're interested in, dance/performance experience, and something fun about yourself.

• Song: Choose from the Audition Songs Google Drive Folder (use backing track).

• Audition Side: Choose from the Audition Scenes Folder.

• Dance: Optional, but encouraged for dancers or those auditioning for “The Jitterbugs.” Learn the choreography here.

Combine all segments into one video and submit as an unlisted YouTube link or via cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud).

Submit to: admin@BeXDcreate.com

Audition Registration: Click here to register for the workshop before submitting your audition.

Rehearsal Dates: Monday 7th – Saturday 12th July, 2025

Rehearsal Times: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily

Performance Date: Saturday 12th July, 2025

Performance Times: 2:00 PM (followed by pizza party)

Performance Location: St Peters Lutheran College, 66 Harts Rd, Indooroopilly QLD 406

Required Age: Ages 6–18

Workshop Fee: $550

Production Website: www.bexdcreate.com

Available Roles:

• Dorothy: A sweet, innocent young lady with a streak of boldness. Slightly outspoken and headstrong. Must be a strong vocalist, actor, and confident dancer.

• Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch

  • Miss Gulch – A cold-hearted neighbour who despises Toto.

  • Wicked Witch – Obsessed with revenge on Dorothy and loves a good evil cackle.

  • Non-singing roles. Strong acting ability and commanding stage presence required.

• Hickory / Tin Man

  • Hickory – A kind-hearted farmhand.

  • Tin Man – Gentle and nurturing but believes he lacks a real heart.

  • Singing role with strong movement sequences.

• Hunk / Scarecrow

  • Hunk – Another of Dorothy’s farmhand companions.

  • Scarecrow – Clumsy yet clever, despite thinking he lacks a brain.

  • Strong acting and singing required, with excellent body control and rhythm.

• Zeke / Cowardly Lion

  • Zeke – A gentle farmhand.

  • Cowardly Lion – Lovable, loud, and loyal, though lacking courage.

  • Requires strong comedic timing, singing, and physical acting.

• Professor Marvel / The Wizard of Oz

  • Professor Marvel – A travelling salesman and fortune teller; a bit of a con man, but ultimately kind-hearted.

  • The Wizard – Commanding and grand on the outside, but just an ordinary man behind the curtain.

  • Non-singing role. Strong actor required with excellent comedic timing and ability to deliver chunky monologues.

• Toto: Dorothy’s beloved dog, played by a performer once in Oz. Energetic mover with minimal singing, lots of barking and playful physicality!

• Glinda: The Good Witch of the North who gently guides Dorothy on her journey. Elegant and graceful performer with a lovely singing voice.

• Aunty Em & Uncle Henry

  • Aunty Em – A hardworking farmer’s wife who deeply loves Dorothy. Mainly an acting role with a small vocal solo.

  • Uncle Henry – Owner of the farm and Em’s husband. Acting role only.

• The Doorman & Emerald City Guard: Two fun, quirky acting roles in the Emerald City. Non-singing. Great character actors encouraged to audition.

• Munchkins Bright and bubbly residents of Munchkinland. Energetic performers with strong presence and character work. Singing and acting roles include:

  • Munchkin #1 & #2

  • Mayor of Munchkin City

  • Barrister

  • City Fathers #1 & #2

  • Coroner

  • Three Tots

  • Three Tough Kids

• Crows: Mischievous and playful – they tease the Scarecrow and steal his hat. Singing and acting roles.

• Apple Trees: Grumpy trees who don’t take kindly to Dorothy picking their fruit. Acting roles – great opportunity for character work!

• Winkie Guards: Marching army of the Wicked Witch. Physical ensemble roles with stylised movement.

  • Winkie Guard Leader – A featured speaking/singing role.

• Winged Monkeys: The Witch’s animal-like army. Expressive movement and characterisation. Physical ensemble roles.

  • Nikko – Leader of the Winged Monkeys. Non-speaking acting role with strong movement and stage presence.

• The Jitterbugs: Stylish and sassy dance ensemble who try to out-dance the heroes! Strong dancers required – featured dance ensemble.

• Ozians: The colourful and eccentric citizens of the Emerald City! Ensemble roles with a mix of singing, dancing, and acting.