Updated Feb 24, 2026
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Casting Call
Wavestage Theatre Company is delighted to announce its 29th season production of A Christmas Carol.
Wavestage is assembling a powerhouse cast of bold, versatile performers ready to bring unforgettable characters to life. We’re searching for dynamic singer/actors with soaring vocals and outstanding musicianship, fearless dancers who light up the stage, and passionate storytellers eager to dive into rich ensemble work.This is your chance to embody the larger-than-life, iconic characters of Dickens. Join us in creating a vibrant timeless production where every performer will play a vital part in something truly memorable.
Wavestage is committed to diverse, inclusive casting. All roles are non-equity, and non-paying. Come help us tell a timeless story, and bring Dickens’ world to life.
MUSIC BY ALAN MENKEN
LYRICS BY LYNN AHRENS
BOOK BY LYNN AHRENS & MIKE OCKRENT
Based on the story by Charles Dickens Originally Presented by Radio City Entertainment At the Theater at Madison Square Garden
A Christmas Carol (Broadway Version) Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
Director - Sarah Langford
Music Director Mark Camilleri
Choreographer - Emilia Ballester Díaz
Tap and Assistant Choreographer - Émilie Brunelle
Media & Lighting Design - Caileigh Lavery
Stage Manager - Elizabeth Furlano
SHOW WEEK: November 8-15, 2026
NewRoads Performing Arts Centre
REHEARSAL DETAILS
REHEARSAL LOCATION: Toronto (Eglinton and Mt Pleasant) on occasion we rehearse dance sequences at either Metro Movement (Broadview and Danforth)or Railpath (Runnymede Subway). Full rehearsal information and times are located below. Please note all dates for eligibility. Rehearsals will be broken down by scene and actors will only be required to attend when their scene is being rehearsed. NOTE: Rehearsals are mandatory - any NA must be agreed to in the contract and audition period.
REHEARSAL DATES:
Wednesdays: August 19, August 26* * please note this date is mandatory TABLE READ, September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4
Sundays: September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 18, 25, November 1
PERFORMANCE DETAILS
Performers without vehicles will be assigned carpools where available.
SHOW WEEK SCHEDULE
All call times in show week are mandatory.
SUNDAY NOV 8 TECH LOAD IN all cast/parent of child performer required afternoon and evening times.
MONDAY NOV 9 10:30-10:30
TUESDAY NOV 10 10:30-10:30
WEDNESDAY NOV 11 4-10:30
THURSDAY NOV 12 opening NIGHT 4:30 call for 7pm
FRIDAY NOV 13 Call 5 pm Performance 7pm
SAT NOV 14th 2 shows 1 pm and 7 pm Call time is noon
SUNDAY NOV 15th final show 1 pm Call is 11 am. All cast are required to assist with the LOAD OUT STRIKE to 6pm
Other cast requirements: All cast pay a nominal costume fee.
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HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR AUDITION (Due April 5)
SINGERS:
Please make a self-tape with ONE song that best reflects your talents, preferably in a style suitable for this production. Songs should be cut and under 2 minutes. Please state your name at the beginning of your video. Upload video to YouTube as an UNLISTED, not private, video (please check visibility permissions to confirm) OR upload as a Google Drive and ensure permissions are “anyone with link can view”.
Create a Google drive folder with your recent headshot (as .jpg, not .pdf), Resume and dance reel if you have one. Set your folder permissions to “anyone with link can view”.
Fill out the audition form below and include the url link to your materials.
DANCERS:
There are positions for tap dancers whose expertise is dance and not singing. Create a Google drive folder with your recent headshot (as .jpg, not .pdf), resume and dance reel if you have one. Set your folder permissions to “anyone with link can view”.
Fill out the audition form below and include the url link to your materials.
AUDITION DANCE CALLBACK: Sunday April 12 for those invited.
Role Descriptions
We will be casting a large and diverse ensemble of performers and are seeking strong singers, actors, and dancers to portray a wide range of Dickensian characters.
Adult Singing Roles
Jacob Marley - Vocal range 2nd tenor or high baritone This is a leading roll requiring a strong singer capable of great drama. Song Link By LinkScrooge's former business partner who, before his death, was exactly like Scrooge. Comes back as a ghost in chains to warn Scrooge of how his life decisions will bind him in the afterlife.
Ghost of Christmas Past/Lamplighter - Must be able to move gracefully. Role is for female identifying with a Soprano voice, Excellent soloist. Sings The Lights of Long Ago An ever cheerful, sprightly ghost who comes back with the history book of Scrooge's past to show him the events that led to his current state. Cheerfulness and kindness are this character’s dominant traits, and maybe a little zany. Performed by Jane Krakowski in the film version.
Ghost of Christmas Present/Sandwichboard Man - Vocal range baritone Sings Abundance a Charity Preferably be able to tap dance, or soft shoe and moves well. A jovial, larger-than-life ghost who comes back to show Scrooge all the joy, love, and celebration he is missing out on while those around him celebrate Christmas. Very vaudeville.
Ghost of Christmas Future/Blind Old Hag - Vocal range C4-F5. A strong mix. Voice with terrific acting chops. Female identifying actress. She shows Scrooge what will happen to him and those around him if he continues down the path he is currently treading.
Bob Cratchit - Vocal range baritone. Bob is the beating heart of the story, a devoted father to Tiny Tim and his siblings, and loyal employee whose warmth, humility, and quiet resilience shine even in the shadow of hardship. This role offers an actor the chance to blend rich, heartfelt vocals with deep emotional truth, creating a portrayal that is both tenderly human and profoundly inspiring.
Mrs. Cratchit - Vocal range G-sharp 3-E5. Tiny Tim's mother and Bob Cratchit's wife. She is a loving mother who tries to provide the best for her children with what she's got. Sally is not merely gentle, she is steadfast. her fierce loyalty to her husband, and her tender care for Tiny Tim create a heartfelt moving moments in the show.
Mrs. Mops - Vocal range mezzo. Scrooges sassy Housekeeper. A role for a strong character actor with confident vocals and impeccable comedic timing.
Scrooge's Mother - Vocal range soprano Sings God Bless us Everyone Featured as an actor and a singing soloist. Strong classical soprano voice technique required.
Emily - Vocal range soprano Sings duet A Place Called Home . Scrooge's fiancé from when they were young. She is a beautiful girl, not impressed by or in need of money. Enjoys the simple things in life. Joyful and kind-hearted. In love with Scrooge at 21
Scrooge at 21 - Voice Style Contemporary tenor Sings A Place Called Home duet with Emily. Scrooge with the happiness of his youth and deeply in love with Emily. Sincere and warm until grasped by greed.
Mr. Fezziwig - Vocal range B2-B4. Must be able to move. A jolly and kind man who used to throw a huge Christmas party every year for the community. He was Scrooge's first boss and after teaching him all he knew, he became deeply disappointed in the man Scrooge became.
Mrs. Fezziwig - Vocal range: Soprano or Mezzo. The consummate hostess and Mr. Fezziwig's wife, she loved to help throw the Christmas party every year. Fun and sassy.Must be able to be jolly and move well.
Fred Anderson - Scrooges Nephew. .Baritone Scrooge's nephew and only living relative. He is a pleasant young man who believes in the good a joyful Christmas spirit can make in the world. Vocal range Baritone: Compassionate and joyful.
Sally Anderson - Freds wife Wife of Fred. Warm and loving. Range: Mezzo
Mr. Smythe - Vocal range: baritone Recently widowed. Hopeful. Poor and in debt to Scrooge. Father of Grace Smythe
Beadle - Vocal range A2-B-flat 3. Worker in the royal exchange.
Old Joe - Vocal range F3-C-sharp 4. Scavenger of the dead.
Adult Acting Roles
Young Marley - Vocal range D3-F-sharp 4. Must be able to move. Starts business with Scrooge at 21 and shares a similar mindset of greed.
Scrooge's Father - Dialogue scene
Poulterer- dialogue role
Judge - Dialogue role
Youth Featured Roles
Tiny Tim - Vocal range B-flat 3-D5. Mr. and Mrs. Cratchit’s youngest child, Tiny Tim lives with significant health challenges, yet his spirit radiates joy, kindness, and unwavering optimism. He is the emotional light of the Cratchit family, gently reminding everyone that love, gratitude, and togetherness are the true gifts of the season. With innocence, hope, and quiet wisdom beyond his years, Tiny Tim embodies the very heart of Christmas, goodness, resilience, and the belief that even the smallest voice can inspire profound change.
Jonathan - A jovial street urchin, with great stage presence and a good solo singing range for solo. Vocal range E-flat 4-E-flat 5.
Scrooge at 12 - Vocal range F-sharp 3-A4. Poor orphan Scrooge working in a factory and vows to save his money. Misses and loves his sister, Fan. Sings solo/duet.
Fan at 10 - Vocal range A4-E5. Must be able to dance. Younger sister to Scrooge Sings a duet.
Grace Smythe - playing age 11-14 Vocal range D-flat 4-F-sharp 5. Daughter of Mr. Smythe. Sad yet hopeful. Sings an endearing solo.
Scrooge at 9 acting role
Fan at 7 acting role
Martha Cratchit - Sister to Tiny Tim. Loves her family.
Cratchit Siblings - brothers and sisters to Tiny Tim age 10-15
Anderson children - Scrooges great niece and nephew ages 1-15
DANCE ENSEMBLE ROLES
Christmas Dancers - we seek 8 skilled dancers. Featured in several dances. Music theatre style and tap.
SINGING ENSEMBLE
The singing/acting ensemble is a crucial part of this produciton with many duets, solos and quartets. They will perform in multiple different roles including:
Angel Choir
Bankers
Vendors
Rich Women
Carollers
Charity Men/Women
Ghosts
Undertakers
Christmas Dancers
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Ethno-Cultural Mandate:
Wavestage encourages submissions from all qualified performers, and prides itself on having an environment of equity, inclusion, and diversity. Artists from under-represented communities are encouraged to apply for auditions without regard to age, disability, ethno-cultural identity, gender or any other basis prohibited by law. All artists are invited to remove measurements and physical features from the resume.
Applying artists should be aware that Wavestage also does not tolerate any form of harassment of its employees, clients, volunteers, or any persons visiting or spending time on its premises.
TIME COMMITMENT:
Taking part in a Wavestage production is not a light commitment. Please take the time to fully assess whether or not you are able to make that commitment before you audition. It is imperative to the success of this production that everyone involved is able to give it their full attention and time. That said, if you do audition and are cast, the artistic team promises that your time will not be wasted. We will do the utmost to make sure we maximize rehearsals and that the rehearsal process and the performances will be artistically challenging and enjoyable.
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