Whether you're brand new to the stage or a seasoned performer, we welcome everyone to audition for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical!

Come prepared to showcase your acting, singing, and character skills. This heartwarming and hilarious holiday musical is filled with memorable characters, energetic ensemble numbers, and plenty of opportunities for performers of all ages to shine.

Please come prepared to sing a song of your choice. Auditioners should provide their own accompaniment track on a USB drive or a Bluetooth-enabled device. No accompanist will be provided. Please select a song that best showcases your vocal abilities. Songs from The Best Christmas Pageant Ever are welcome, but not required.

Auditioners may also be asked to participate in cold readings from the script and simple movement exercises during callbacks.

There is no role too small. From principal characters to ensemble members, every performer plays an important part in bringing this beloved Christmas story to life. We encourage performers of all experience levels to audition.

Cast of Characters

The Herdman Kids
RALPH – The oldest and coolest. He’s the enforcer, age 13.
IMOGENE – Leader of the Herdmans. She’s loud, bossy and crafty, age 12.
LEROY – Ralph’s backup. Very confident in the muscle department, age 11.
CLAUDE – Scrappy and smart, age 10.
OLLIE – A bit of a naïve urchin who follows the older boys’ leads, age 9.
GLADYS – Little but fierce. Nothing scares Gladys, age 8.

The Bradleys
GRACE – Sweet, good-humored, slightly frazzled mom, 35-40ish.
BOB – Easygoing dad, wry sense of humor, 35-40ish.
CHARLIE – Typical kid brother, says what he thinks, age 10.
BETH – Charlie’s older and wiser sister. She’s honest and kind, age 11.

Church People
HELEN ARMSTRONG – Organized steamroller. She’s always in charge, 40-50ish.
REVEREND HOPKINS – Occasionally befuddled, always well-meaning, 40-50ish.

Church Ladies
LUANNE – Sassy, tells it like it is, 35-40ish.
BETTY – Sweet southerner, calls everyone “honey,” 30-40ish.
CONNIE – Direct, no-nonsense type, 30-40ish.

Kids
ALICE WENDLEKEN – Know-it-all. She thinks she’s perfect, age 11.
ELMER HOPKINS – Preacher’s kid, which means he needs to behave and be nice, age 10.
TEDDY SHOEMAKER – Wimpy kid with glasses, asks too many questions, age 9.
IVY REED – Beth’s earnest friend who is sometimes a goody-goody, 11.

Additional cast needs include various kids to play angels and shepherds in the pageant and possibly other kids in lunchroom.

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

THE HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL AUDITIONS!

Directed by David Stenstrom

Auditions are by appointment only. Walk-ins cannot be guaranteed an audition opportunity.

Please sign up for one audition slot only using the link below:

HHH Auditions Sign-Up

Please reserve only one audition slot. If you need to change your audition time, you may edit your reservation directly through SignUp.

Audition Dates:

• Friday, July 10 | 5:30–7:30 PM

• Saturday, July 11 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Sunday, July 12 | 5:30–7:30 PM

• Friday, July 17 | 5:30–7:30 PM

• Saturday, July 18 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Sunday, July 19 | 5:30–7:30 PM

Shows are on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

October 16 – November 1, 2026

Whether you're an experienced performer or new to the BeeKay stage, we encourage you to audition for this classic suspense thriller.

Please arrive a few minutes early for your scheduled audition time.

Character Breakdown

House on Haunted Hill features 11 roles (6 female, 5 male). All ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Ages listed are stage ages and may be flexible.

Female Roles

Nina Meers
Stage Age: 20s–30s
A curious and resourceful young woman who finds herself caught up in the mysteries of the haunted house.

Annabelle Lauren
Stage Age: 30s–40s
Frederick's sophisticated and ambitious wife, whose motives may not be what they seem.

Cassidy Bowman
Stage Age: 20s–40s
A guest at the mansion with a strong personality and a sharp perspective.

Ruth Bridges
Stage Age: 30s–50s
Intelligent, observant, and not easily fooled.

Mrs. Slides
Stage Age: 40s–80s
The eerie caretaker of the mansion. A memorable character role.

Rebecca Valifax
Teen–30s
A mysterious figure connected to the secrets of the house.

Male Roles

Frederick Lauren
Stage Age: 40s–60s
A wealthy and charismatic host whose invitation sets the evening's events in motion.

Dr. David Trent
Stage Age: 30s–60s
A respected physician with a calm demeanor and hidden complexities.

Lance Schroeder
Stage Age: 20s–40s
Confident, charming, and adventurous.

Mr. Slides
Stage Age: 40s–80s
The mansion's unsettling caretaker and counterpart to Mrs. Slides.

Watson Pritchard
Stage Age: 20s–40s
A nervous expert on the mansion's dark history and supernatural reputation.

Questions? Email us anytime at board@tctaonstage.com.