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Irving Berlins White Christmas - Musical Casting 10+ Roles
Seeking Talent From: Illinois (Chicago)
Union Status: Non-Union
Pay: No pay for this production.
Posted: 7/23/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 8/29/2026
Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas will be directed by Ken Preuss, music directed by Marty Karlin, and choreographed by Kristine Burdi-Stickney. Deerfield Theater is accepting both video submissions and in-person auditions for this production. For In-Person Auditions: Please prepare 32 bars of a musical theater song in a similar genre, and bring sheet music (marked with beginning and end points) in the key of your choice. An accompanist will be provided. For Video Submissions: If you wish to submit a video audition, your video submission should include: 32 bars of singing in the style of the show WITH accompaniment - either instrumental/karaoke track or piano. If available (not required): a dance reel -or- brief video footage of you dancing in a show. You must be available for callbacks on Sunday, August 30th starting at 10am.
Casting / Shoot Info
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Casting: By submission
Audition Date and Time: Tuesday, August 25th from 6:30pm-9:30pm; Saturday, August 29th from 1pm-5pm.
Audition Location: Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield

Rehearsals will start on Tuesday, September 8th at 7pm. All subsequent rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons from 1pm to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 10pm.

Performance Dates/Location
Friday, November 13th at 7:30pm
Saturday, November 14th at 1pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, November 15th at 1pm

Friday, November 20th at 7:30pm
Saturday, November 21st at 1pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, November 22nd 1pm

All performances will be held at Caruso Auditorium, 1801 Montgomery Rd, Deerfield
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Susan Waverly |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 9–12 |Role Type: Principal
9–12 ys old. Mezzo sop (G3-C5). Smart, lovable and very outgoing.
Rita & Rhoda |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–39 |Role Type: Principal
20s-30s. Any Vocal Part. Star chorus girls who are brash yet not the brightest.
Mike |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–39 |Role Type: Principal
20s-30s. Any vocal part. Bob & Phil’s stage manager.
Betty Haynes |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–39 |Role Type: Principal
20s-30s. Mezzo-soprano (Ab3 – D5: rich chest mix with soprano extensions, ideal for a classic Broadway belter). The responsible older sister. Strong singer and mover.
Judy Haynes |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–29 |Role Type: Principal
20s. Mezzo-soprano (Ab3 – D5: strong chest mix for rhythm-heavy dance numbers). Comic performer. Strong singer and dancer - ideally both jazz and tap.
Bob Wallace |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 25–35 |Role Type: Principal
Late 20s to mid 30s. High Baritone (B2 – A4: warm, crooning tone with strong upper notes). Crooning style, moves very well, strong leading man.
Phil Davis |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 25–35 |Role Type: Principal
Late 20s to mid 30s. Bari/Tenor (B2 – Ab4: versatile, character-driven with a lighter, playful tone). Comic performer. Strong singer and dancer - ideally both jazz and tap.
Martha Watson |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 40–69 |Role Type: Principal
40s-60s Mezzo sop/alto (F3 – C5: flair for the dramatic, big brassy voice for comedic numbers). Comic performer, strong presence.
General Waverly |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 50–69 |Role Type: Principal
50s-60s. Non-singing Retired US Army General. Warm & compassionate yet a powerful presence.
Adult Ensemble |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–99 |Role Type: Chorus / Ensemble
(20s+) - Must be able to sing and move well - multiple small features available
Dance Ensemble |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–39 |Role Type: Chorus / Ensemble
(20s-30s) - Must sing well and be moderately strong in jazz and ideally tap
Featured Dancers |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 20–39 |Role Type: N/A
(20s-30s) - Must sing well and have extremely strong jazz and tap skills
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