Audition Notice: Big the Musical

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre (40 River Street, Chagrin Falls) is seeking volunteer talent for our upcoming production of Big the Musical, directed by Pam LaForce.

Audition Dates:
• Sunday, May 3rd: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Monday, May 4th: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Callbacks: Wednesday, May 6th, 7:00 PM

Audition Location: River Street Playhouse, 56 River Street, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022.

Production Schedule

First Read-Through: May 31st, 2026
Rehearsals: Sunday – Thursday evenings
Performance Run: July 24th – August 16th, 2026

Preparation Requirements

Music: 32 bars of a contemporary musical theatre song (not from Big). No Sondheim or Jason Robert Brown. Bring sheet music; accompanist provided.
Materials: Bring a theatrical resume and headshot.
Dance: Handled at callbacks. Bring tap shoes if you have them.
Video Submissions: Due by May 1st to tjones@cvlt.org.

Available Roles

Josh Baskin (Age 25-35): 13-year-old mind in a 30-year-old body. Range: Bb2-B4.

Susan Lawrence (Age 30-40): Business VP with a hidden giddy innocence. Range: G3-F5.

Mrs. Baskin (Age 35-45): Josh’s protective, frustrated mother. Range: G3-F#5.

Billy Kopecki (Age 11-13): Josh’s optimistic best friend. Range: F#3-F5.

Young Josh Baskin (Age 11-13): Frustrated pre-teen. Range: F3-G5.

George MacMillan (Age 60-70): Playful owner of the toy company. Range: C3-G4.

Ensemble: Adults and children for various roles.