Audition Information

There are two parts to the Willy Wonka audition. First, a vocal self-tape is due by July 9th. Instructions on how to record and submit your vocal self-tape can be found HERE.

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We will then have an in-person audition, July 12th which will include reading scenes from the show.

 

Here is a breakdown of the many roles in Willy Wonka Jr:

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Willy Wonka

Willy Wonka is an enigmatic character; at once mysterious and mischievous but also charismatic. There are a number of directions to take with Wonka, ranging from Gene Wilder's version in the original film, Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory, to Johnny Depp's portrayal in the recent film, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, and everything in between. Pick a young man (or a young woman) who is charismatic, engaging and has a great voice (in the case of a young man, preferably a changed voice). The actor should be able to be funny and serious and change between the two on a dime. 

Gender: any

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: G3

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Candy Man

The kind and joyful owner of the local candy store that Charlie frequents with his friends even though he often can't afford a treat. Tries to help Charlie out, and may secretly be in contact with the mysterious Willy Wonka. Leads, "The Candy Man".

Gender: Any

Vocal Range: Tenor

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Charlie Bucket

Charlie Bucket is the emotional heart and soul of the musical. The actor performing Charlie should have an unchanged voice and lots of pluck and enthusiasm. 

Gender: Any

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: A3

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Grandpa Joe

Grandpa Joe is the grandfather we all wish we had when we were Charlie's age. He is caring, patient, sweet, and always reminds Charlie to look on the bright side. 

Gender: male

Vocal range top: Eb5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

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Mr. Bucket

This is a great role for a young person who has a nice voice, and is a natural nurturer. Mr. Bucket performs the number "Think Positive" with Charlie. 

Gender: male

Vocal range top: C#5

Vocal range bottom: D4

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Mrs. Bucket

This is a great role for a young person who has a nice voice, and is a natural nurturer. Mrs. Bucket sings "Cheer Up, Charlie" with Mr. Bucket and Grandpa Joe. 

Gender: female

Vocal range top: Db5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

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The Candy Man Kids

Charlie's friends and classmates who also regularly visit the candy store.

Gender: any

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Grandpa George

Charlie's three grandparents are great roles for strong actors. The fight and grumble amongst each other, but love each other and have a ton of energy and personality for their age.

Gender: male

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Grandma Georgina

Charlie's three grandparents are great roles for strong actors. The fight and grumble amongst each other, but love each other and have a ton of energy and personality for their age.

Gender: female

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Grandma Josephina

Charlie's three grandparents are great roles for strong actors. The fight and grumble amongst each other, but love each other and have a ton of energy and personality for their age.

Gender: female

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Phineous Trout

Phineous is the reporter who announces the winners of the Golden Ticket contest throughout the show. 

Gender: Any

Vocal range top: C5

Vocal range bottom: B3

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Oompa-Loompa Chorus

Willy Wonka's helpers and deliverers of the show various messages and themes. Led by Oompa-Loompas 1-5.

Gender: any

Vocal range top: A4

Vocal range bottom: A3

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Mrs. Gloop

Mrs. Gloop is Augustus' mother who has overindulged her son with food. She accompanies Augustus on the tour of the factory, as big and over the top as her son, this is a great role for a comedic actress with a strong voice.

Gender: female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: B3

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Mrs. Beauregarde

Mrs. Beauregard is a teacher of geography and has invested a great deal of hard-earned money on therapy for her gum-chewing daughter, with less than stellar results. T

Gender: female

Vocal range top: G4

Vocal range bottom: C4

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Mr. Salt

Mr. Salt's solution to most problems is to buy his way out. He is upper class, and usually portrayed with a high British accent.

Gender: Any

Vocal range top: G4

Vocal range bottom: C4

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Violet Beauregarde

Gum chewer extraordinaire, Violet hails from Snellville, Georgia, so it's nice if she has a Southern American accent, but not necessary. Violet should stand in stark contrast to Veruca Salt. Veruca is a wealthy refined brat; Violet is more of a bluecollar, middle class brat. 

Gender: female

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: G3

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Mike Teavee

For this adaptation Mike is not just a TV junky. He is also addicted to video games, the Internet and any other mindnumbing technological device. Mike is bratty, loud and obnoxious. He does not understand the word "no." 

Gender: Any

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: G3

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James

James is Charlie's friend from school. 

Gender: male

Vocal range top: F#4

Vocal range bottom: A3

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Augustus Gloop

Augustus is the overachieving eater. He has turned eating into a competition, and he always wins.

Gender: male

Vocal range top: G5

Vocal range bottom: B3

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Ms. Teavee

Ms. Teavee is a take on all television moms of the distant past. Think June Cleaver (Leave it to Beaver) or Marion Cunningham (Happy Days) or even Carol Brady (The Brady Bunch). She's perfectly put together and a bit vacant. 

Gender: female

Vocal range top: F5

Vocal range bottom: B3

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Veruca Salt

Veruca is  wealthy, class-conscious, and completely spoiled. She is often portrayed with a high British accent that is by no means required (brats come in all nationalities). 

Gender: female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: A3

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Matilda

Matilda is also a schoolmate of Charlie's, but she's a bit of bully. 

Gender: female

Vocal range top: B4

Vocal range bottom: C#4