Auditions

Elf Jr.

Auditions will be held by VIDEO SUBMISSION ONLY.

Audition Information

Video Audition Deadline: Thursday, August 27 at 8:30 PM
Callbacks (if needed): Monday, August 31
Ages: 7–17
All roles are open.

What to Prepare

Please submit 16–32 bars of a Broadway song in the style of the show.

We highly encourage performers to use an instrumental backing track with no vocals for their audition.

A cappella auditions are not encouraged.

Conflict Policy

Please list all conflicts when submitting your audition.

We cannot accept conflicts during:

  • Tech Week — the week leading up to opening, beginning the Sunday before the show
  • Performances
  • Brush-up rehearsals

Please make sure you are available for these required dates before auditioning.

Questions? Please email artistic.director@griffintheatre.org.

Elf Description, Charaters and Show DatesShow Dates: December 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20
Ages: 7–17
All Roles Open

A title known the world over, Elf The Musical JR. is based on the cherished New Line Cinema hit Elf. The show features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin, with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin.

Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.




ROLES:

Santa Claus

Santa Claus has a lot on his plate during the Christmas season, and it is starting to show. He is annoyed with the Elves, tired of lying to Buddy and sad that people seem to be losing their Christmas spirit. He is still the same jolly old St. Nick underneath it all, but the job is getting to him. This is a great role for a character performer who can play an older (and somewhat cranky) man while trying hard to keep his holiday spirit.

Gender: Male   Vocal range top: D5.  Vocal range bottom: Bb3




Buddy

Buddy is the perfect elf! He s good-natured, he means well, and he s happy& all the time. There s only one problem. He s not an elf .  He’s an adult human.

Gender: Male.  Vocal range top: G5.  Vocal range bottom: B3




Elves

The Elves are Santa s special helpers who love their job making toys to meet their Christmas Eve deadline.

Gender: Any




Charlie

Charlie is in charge of monitoring the other Elves, making sure every present is wrapped and every bow is tied.

Gender: Male




Shawanda

Shawanda is a dependable and caring elf. She will do whatever she can to help out others, including Buddy, even though she accidentally reveals that he is a human.

Gender: Female




Sam

Sam is one of Walter s Office Staff who is in a bind at the top of the show.

Gender: Male




Walter Hobbs

Walter Hobbs, Buddy s real father, is so focused on keeping his job that he is not making time for his family. He can be stern and unemotional at times, but ultimately he learns to recommit to his family.

Gender: Male.  Vocal range top: E5.  Vocal range bottom: B3




Deb

Deb, Walter s secretary, has the big responsibility of keeping her boss and the whole office happy. She does this by sharing her positive attitude with everyone.

Gender: Female




Emily Hobbs

Emily Hobbs is Walter s devoted wife who would prefer her husband to spend a little more time at home. She is a problem solver and an excellent mother who is doing everything she can to provide a positive family dynamic.

Gender: Female.  Vocal range top: D5.  Vocal range bottom: G3




Michael Hobbs

Michael Hobbs is the smarter-than-average 12-year-old son of Walter and Emily. He quickly befriends his new adult brother, Buddy, and does everything he can to make sure Buddy becomes a permanent part of the family.

Gender: Male.  Vocal range top: D5.  Vocal range bottom: G3




Security Guards

Security Guard #1 and Security Guard #2 are a stern duo from Walter s office, making sure everyone who enters has permission.

Gender: Any




Saleswoman

The Saleswoman is the first person to greet Buddy as he enters Macy’s. She’s the consummate sales person: smiling, overfriendly, and always trying to sell something.

Gender: Female







Manager

The manager is a terrific featured acting role for a performer with good comedic timing. As the manager of Macy’s, he s doing everything he can to make sure all the employees stay in line.

Gender: Male




Jovie

Jovie works as a store elf at Macy s, but don’t be mistaken  she doesn’t quite exude the Christmas spirit. She s kind of cynical, a bit tough around the edges, and now the target of Buddy s complete adoration.

Gender: Female.  Vocal range top: Db5.  Vocal range bottom: G3




Santa's Helper

Santa's Helper works as a Macy s Employee and announces when each kid gets to visit with Santa.

Gender: Any




Fake Santa

Fake Santa is a poor replacement for the real Santa. He s an employee of Macy s who is a bit rough around the edges.

Gender: Male




Policemen

Policeman #1 and Policeman #2 are a friendly pair of cops who return Buddy to the Hobbs household.

Gender: Any




Sarah

Sarah is a staff member at Walter s office.

Gender: Female




Mr. Greenway

Mr. Greenway is one of the crankiest businessmen around.

Gender: Male




Chadwick and Matthews

Chadwick and Matthews are staff members at Walter's office who are doing everything they can think of to save the day and make their boss happy.

Gender: Any




Charlotte Dennon

Charlotte Dennon is a TV reporter with a big personality. She does her best to keep her professional persona in public and doesn’t like being shown up.

Gender: Female




Finale Soloists

Finale Soloists #1,#2,#3 and #4 Vocal range top: B4

Vocal range bottom: B3




Darlene Lambert and Emma Van Brocklin

Darlene Lambert and Emma Van Brocklin are on the scene in Central Park and are convinced of Santa’s magic after Buddy reveals their past Christmas gifts.

Gender: Female




Ensemble

New Yorkers, Comforting New Yorker, Macy’s Employees, Macy s Employee #1, Members of the Rockefeller Crowd, Office Staff, Business Woman, Flyer Guys, Teenager, Jogger, Carolers, Passerby, Children and Parents.

Gender: Any
Elf Rehearsal Schedule
Wednesday, September 23 from 6:30-9:30pm
Saturday, October 3 from 5:00-9:00pm
Tuesday, October 13 from 6:30-9:30pm
Sunday, October 18 from 6:30-9:30pm
Saturday, October 24 from 6:30-9:30pm
Sunday, October 25 from 1:00-5:00pm
Wednesday, November 4 from 6:30-9:30pm
Wednesday, November 11 from 6:30-9:30pm
Saturday, November 14 from 11:00am-3:00pm
Tuesday, November 17 from 6:30-9:30pm
Thursday, November 19 from 6:30-9:30pm
Saturday, November 21 from 11:00am-3:00pm
Tuesday, November 24 from 6:30-9:30pm
Saturday, November 28 from 11:00am-3:00pm
Sunday, November 29 from 1:00-5:00pm
Tuesday, December 1 from 6:30-9:30pm
Wednesday, December 2 from 6:30-9:30pm
Thursday, December 3 from 6:30-9:30pm
Saturday, December 5 from 10:00am-2:00pm LOAD IN
Sunday, December 6 from 1:00-9:00pm TECH
Monday, December 7 from 6:30-11:00pm TECH
Tuesday, December 8 from 6:30-11:00pm TECH
Wednesday, December 9 from 6:30-11:00pm TECH
Thursday, December 10 from 6:30-11:00pm TECH
Friday, December 11 -- 6pm Call, 7:30pm SHOW
Saturday, December 12 -- 6pm Call, 7:30pm SHOW
Sunday, December 13 -- 12:30pm Call, 2:00pm SHOW
Thursday, December 17 from 6:30-9:30pm BRUSH UP (if needed)
Friday, December 18 -- 6pm Call, 7:30pm SHOW
Saturday, December 19 -- 6pm Call, 7:30pm SHOW
Sunday, December 20 -- 12:30pm Call, 2:00pm SHOW, Set Strike
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