Stage Right Announces Auditions for Willy Wonka Musical
Williamstown, KY – Stage Right Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to announce auditions for their semi-professional winter production of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, running January 30 – February 8, 2026 at the Williamstown Performing Arts Center. All Roles are available, with evening rehearsals beginning January 2, 2026. Auditions are open to kids 8-17 and Adults 18+.
Step into a world of pure imagination with Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka! When five Golden Tickets are hidden in Wonka Bars across the world, Charlie Bucket’s life changes forever as he wins the last ticket and gets a magical tour of Wonka’s mysterious factory. Along the way, he and his fellow ticket winners face whimsical, wild, and sometimes dangerous consequences—ranging from giant chocolate rivers to teleporting via TV! With plenty of moral lessons, colorful characters, and dazzling surprises, this musical adventure is a sweet treat for all ages. Will Charlie’s honesty win him the greatest prize of all? Don’t miss this delightful, family-friendly show packed with fun, fantasy, and music!
Performance Information:
- Rehearsal Dates: Sundays – Fridays Jan 2-29, 2026 (Child Actors will have a couple of introductory rehearsals in late December). Stage Right values the time of its artists and works with the production team to make sure actors are only
called if they are working. - Show Dates: January 30-February 8, 2026 (Weekend performances, with Student Shows Feb 3 & 4)
Audition Information:
Auditions will be held:
- October 10 6pm-9pm | First Love Community Fellowship (930 Curry Ln Dry Ridge, KY 41035)
- October 11 1pm-4pm | Footlighters Inc. (802 York St Newport, KY 41071)
- Callbacks, if deemed necessary, will take place October 12 at First Love Community Fellowship from 6-9.
What to Prepare:
- A Current Resume and Headshot
- A 32 bar cut of musical theatre song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided.
- Properly marked Sheet Music for accompaniment (Acapella auditions will not be considered)
- A dance audition and cold readings will also take place following your singing audition.
To Request an audition slot visit: https://www.stagerightmtc.org/auditions
This show is a semi-professional production. Compensation is determined based on previous professional credits and experience. Not all roles are compensated. This production, as part of our “community company” series, gives an opportunity for less experienced performers to work in a professional environment and gain credit before entering a professional theater experience. Stage Right Musical Theatre Company welcomes and encourages people of all
backgrounds, identities, and ethnicities to audition. Your unique perspective makes our company stronger.
Character Description: Unless specifically noted below, all roles are open to people of all races and gender identities.
WILLY WONKA – Vocal range: G2 – F4 (Adult, ages 20-50) The eccentric owner of the famed Wonka Chocolate Factory. He is the epitome of an introvert. Somewhat of a recluse, he is quirky and has peculiar foibles. He is charming, enigmatic, charismatic, and slightly sinister. Wonka has a comedic side to him. Doubling as CANDYMAN and PHINEOUS TROUT.
CHARLIE BUCKET – Vocal range: G2 – G4 (Child, ages 10-14) The show’s shy, earnest protagonist. Charlie is a young boy who is humble, kind, and understanding. He wants and needs very little to be happy. He loves his family, especially his grandfather, Grandpa Joe.
GRANDPA JOE – Vocal range: Bb2 – F4 (Adult, ages 60-80) A caring, patient, and kindhearted man. Loving Grandfather to Charlie Bucket. He accompanies Charlie to the factory and it gives him a new burst of youthful vigor.
MR. BUCKET – Vocal range: B2 – F4 (Adult, ages 30-50) Charlie’s father. He is a kind man who is trying to take care of his family, including both sets of parents, in very hard times. He hates his situation, but never gives up hope.
MRS. BUCKET – Vocal range: Bb3 – F5 (Adult, ages 30-50) Charlie’s nurturing mother. She is as kind as Charlie’s father. She is trying to hold everything together for her family.
GRANDMA JOSEPHINE – (Adult, ages 60-80) Quick-witted, cheerful, elderly woman. Loves Nut-a-riffic bars!
GRANDMA GEORGINA – (Adult, ages 60-80) Exasperated with Grandpa George because he is hard of hearing. Ability to holler at him in a controlled way. Funny elderly woman.
GRANDPA GEORGE – (Adult, ages 60-80) “Hard of hearing” elderly man who brings humor and crazy conversation to the house. Good sense of comedic timing.
AUGUSTUS GLOOP – Vocal range: B2 – G4 (Child, ages 9-15) Sings “I Eat More!” Sees everything and smells everything that is good to eat. Can think of nothing else but food.
MRS. GLOOP – Vocal range: B3 – E4 (Adult, ages 30-50) She is Augustus’s overprotective mother. She also loves to eat. Comedic part.
VIOLET BEAUREGARDE – Vocal range: G3 – F5 (Child, ages 9-15) Sassy, forceful, rude. Takes advantage of others
and seizes every opportunity to show off.
MRS. BEAUREGARDE – Vocal range: D4 – E5 (Adult, ages 30-50) Violet’s enthusiastic helicopter parent who focuses all her attention on her daughter. She indulges Violet’s worst competitive impulses.
VERUCA SALT – Vocal range: G3 – F5 (Child, ages 10-15) Spoiled rotten. Has her father wrapped around her finger. Used to getting whatever she wants.
MR. SALT – Vocal range: D3 – E4 (Adult, ages 30-50) Very wealthy, indulgent, arrogant father of Veruca. He will do anything it takes to get his daughter what she wants.
MIKE TEAVEE – Vocal range: G2 – G4 (Child, ages 9-14) Technologically savvy, sarcastic, distractible nerd who only cares about his electronics devices.
MRS. TEAVEE – Vocal range: B3 – F5 (Adult, ages 30-50) An old-fashioned housewife. She is Mike’s clueless and permissive mother.
ENSEMBLE- Oompa Loompas, Squirrels, Kids, Cooks, etc
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