AUDITIONS: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
This dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ classic work faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia. Chases, duels, and escapes are part of the exciting action as love, courage and giving triumph!
Director: Cybelle Kaehler
Producer: Elizabeth Michalak
Dramatized by Joseph Robinette from the story by C.S. Lewis
from The Dramatic Publishing Company
AUDITIONS
Auditions will be held on:
Monday, May 18 from 3:45-6:30pm
Tuesday, May 19 from 4:00-6:30pm
Actors only need to attend one day of auditions.
Sign Up Required for a time slot to help us manage the auditions.
Callbacks will be held on:
Thursday, May 21 from 3:45 to 7:00pm
**You will be notified via email in advance if you will be needed for
callbacks and given a schedule.
All auditions, and any necessary callbacks, will be held at the
2627 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA
Street parking available.
Venice Family Clinic’s parking lot is available on weekends and on weekdays after 6 p.m. Do not park at our neighbors AAMCO/Viking Motors or SGI or you will be towed.
PREPARE
You may bring in your own 1-2 minute monologue from any play OR choose from one provided in this link.
*Also be prepared to possibly read a scene from the script.
PERFORMANCE DATES
Weekends: July 11 through July 26, 2026; Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 am
PLUS an additional show performed for a camp group on one of the week days between those dates.
More details will be available at the audition.
Please note that actors MUST be available for all performances. This is non-negotiable!
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, May 26 with a readthrough and parent/cast meeting. All other rehearsals will be held during the time frames of Monday through Fridays from 4:00 to 6:30pm as well as Saturday midmorning or afternoon and Sunday afternoon or evening depending on theatre availability. A calendar with more specific time slots will be available at the audition.
Actors are not called for all rehearsals. Typically, large cast rehearsals are held on weekends. We will try to limit most actors to 4-5 rehearsals a week until we reach the last few weeks.
SPECIAL NOTE: Rehearsals will be worked around actor schedules as much as possible, although we have to avoid an actor being out on a long summer trip.
BRING
• Headshot or school photo *even if you have done shows with us before
• Resume or list of shows performed in (when & where)
• Completed production calendar with your conflicts. All conflicts MUST be submitted prior to callbacks using the calendar provided on the audition form.
CONFLICTS
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All conflicts MUST be submitted prior to callbacks using the calendar provided on the audition form.
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PRIOR to auditioning, make sure to check with any vacation plans, summer programs.
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There may be rehearsal on Father’s Day (tba)
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Weekends are KEY TIMES for rehearsals – more than 3 weekend day conflicts may result in an actor not being cast.
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NO conflicts will be accepted after casting. If they do arise, it may result in an actor being replaced.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
In reference to the character descriptions that follow, our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible. We will list race/ethnicity/gender/ability when specific to the character but otherwise encourage actors of any ethnicity, identity and ability to audition for any role. We also encourage gender non-conforming, genderfluid, transgender and non-binary actors to submit for the roles they most identify with.
We are actively committed to casting an inclusive show that reflects the community.
Note: Ages eligible to audition for this cast are: 8-18 years
*18 year olds must be enrolled in high school
Note:
~The ages listed by each character is the target age range for the actors to be cast in those roles.
However, casting will not be limited to them if an actor outside of that range is a fit.
~ Skills such as stage combat, accents (British, Irish, Scottish, and any others), dance, special movement, singing, and playing any instrument are a plus but by no means required. You can note on the audition form.
Peter Pevensie: (male presenting, 13-16 to play aprox 13)
The oldest sibling; courageous, self-assured, a leader, eager to prove himself.
Susan Pevensie: (female presenting, 12-16 to play aprox 12)
The second oldest sibling; protective, responsible, sensible, gentle.
Edmund Pevensie: (male presenting, 10-13 to play aprox 10)
The third oldest sibling; Aloof, irritable, ambitious, led astray.
Lucy Pevensie: (female presenting, 8-12 to play aprox 8)
The youngest sibling; Friendly, brave, kind, curious, optimistic.
Mr. Beaver: (gender neutral, 11-16)
A beaver, devoted husband, practical and reliable.
Mrs. Beaver: (gender neutral, 11-16)
A beaver, motherly, generous, caring.
Mr. Tumnus: (gender neutral, 12-16)
A faun (human upper body, goat lower body): polite, kind-hearted, fearful but able to face his fears.
The White Witch/Jadis: (female presenting, 13-18 to play an adult)
A tyrannical queen. Scheming, cunning, cold, ruthless.
Aslan: (gender neutral, 14-18)
A lion - the rightful king of Narnia. Wise, compassionate, fair, and understanding, yet fierce and powerful.
Father Christmas: (male presenting, 14-18 to play an adult)
Encouraging, a bringer of gifts and hope.
Fenris Ulf: (gender neutral, 12-18)
Wolf soldier of the White Witch, violent and hateful.
Dwarf: (gender neutral, 11-16)
The White Witch’s loyal servant.
Centaur & Unicorn: (gender neutral, 11-16)
Supporters of Aslan, eager to defeat the White Witch and restore peace.
Talking Animals: (gender neutral, 8-18)
Citizens of Narnia and supporters of Aslan, who hope to overthrow the White Witch.
Wood Nymphs: (gender neutral, 8-18)
Nature spirits allied to Aslan; help change the seasons and bring the magic of Narnia to life.
White Witch’s Servants: (gender neutral, 8-18)
Supernatural and terrifying creatures who serve the White Witch.
Non-Equity, there is no pay.
Questions? Contact Eve Keller at eve.keller@morgan-wixson.org.