The Boxcar Children Audition Notice

The Boxcar Children
Directed by Kelly Herman
Adapted by Barbara Field from the novels by Gertrude Chandler Warner
(For all ages)

One warm night four children stood in front of a bakery. No one knew them. No one knew where they had come from. Henry, Jessie, Violet and Benny are orphaned and in danger of being sent to different foster homes. The four siblings run away and make their home in an abandoned railroad boxcar. Pursued by the authorities and a mysterious stranger, the children discover the rewards and perils of life on the run, as well as the joy of keeping their family together.

Youth & Mid-Teen Roles:
• Henry Alden (male) 14 - 16
• Jessie Alden (female) 14 - 16
• Violet Alden (female) 12 - 14
• Benny Alden (male) 10 - 12
• The Kid (male or female) 10 - 12
• Ensemble Children: homeless from Hooverville

Older Teen & Adult Roles:
• Mr. Alden (grandpa of children)/Officer Banning
• Sarah Calder
• Mrs. Alberts/Mrs. Truman (Sam's Mother)/Baker Woman
• Dr. Sam Truman/ Sheriff
• Cookie (male or female)
• Big Mike (male or female)

Prepare: A memorized 1 - 2 minute monologue & bring current photo, resume & conflicts

Schedule:
Auditions:
Friday March 12, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Saturday March 13, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Callbacks: Sunday March 14 (by invitation)
11:30 - 3:30pm Cold Readings

First Rehearsal:
Monday March 15, 7:00pm (Rehearses Eve & Sat)

Tech:
Tues & Wed, Thurs April 20-22 5:00pm - 11:00pm

Production Dates:
April 23 - 26 Weekend Performances & Matinees (7 Performances)

School Day Matinees:
April 23 - 26 Friday & Monday at 10:00am

ALL Auditions are appointment only!
Please call Wally Ziegler at (949)472-0061

Auditions are held at the Laguna Playhouse Production Center
23402 South Pointe Drive, Laguna Hills