My Friend the Dragon - Webster Groves, MO EPA (11.02.26)

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Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, November 2, 2026

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM (C)

APPOINTMENTS

To schedule an audition appointment, please go to: https://docs.google.com/forms/... .

CONTRACT

TYA

$688 weekly minimum - Actor/ASM

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in MY FRIEND THE DRAGON (See breakdown).

The production will tour elementary and middle schools as well as youth organizations in the greater St. Louis Metropolitan and Western Illinois areas. Tours can be booked throughout Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas and may have overnight stays.

Actors with intersections in BIPOC, PGM, and LGBTQIA are encouraged to audition.

PREPARATION

Please prepare two Sides of your choosing from the provided options. All actors should also prepare an up- tempo 32-bar cut. An accompanist and reader will be provided. Sides will be sent with your audition confirmation. They may also be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive... .

LOCATION

Opera Theatre of St. Louis

210 Hazel Ave

Webster Groves, MO 63119

Sally S. Levy Opera Center

PERSONNEL

Adapted by Lize Lewy and Bryn McLaughlin from a story by Kenneth Grahame

Expected to attend:

Gregory Almanza - Director

Matthew Cox - Casting Director

OTHER DATES

Callbacks will be held by invitation only on Tuesday, November 3rd from 6 PM - 9 PM

First Rehearsal: Tuesday, February 9, 2027

Opening: Monday, February 22, 2027

Touring: Monday, February 22 - Friday, April 2, 2027

Public Performances (Closing): Saturday, April 3, 2027

OTHER

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An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

Breakdown

MY FRIEND THE DRAGON

CASTING NOTE: We expect to cast all roles with actors of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, and background to play multiple roles.

SEEKING:

SAM: He/Him. A brave, open-minded young boy with a profound love for reading. SAM has a vivid imagination that informs his view of the world. Though he seeks connection through his stories, he is comfortable in solitude. As the journey progresses for SAM, he learns the value of letting others into that sacred quiet. Guitar and percussion skills are a plus, but not required.

PETUNIA: He/Him. A bashful and passionate dragon who’s learned to hide the things that make him special. Deeply nervous but inquisitive, PETUNIA is a gentle soul with a deep love for poetry and nature. As the journey progresses for PETUNIA, he learns the importance of standing up and holding space for one’s self. Guitar and percussion skills are a plus, but not required.

ST. GEORGE: He/Him. Widely regarded as the “bravest knight in Gashoch,” ST. GEORGE is a pompous and self-righteous pretender. He has fooled the world into believing in his bravery, though his opportunistic perspective has shielded his true self, a devoted thespian. As ST. GEORGE’s journey progresses, he learns to let his innermost passions shine past what is expected of him. Guitar skills required.

MOM / SQUIRE / VILLAGER: As MOM - A warm and supportive presence in Sam’s life, who is quick to Sam’s defense. MOM inspires Sam to step outside of his comfort zone, and reminds those around her to operate from a place of compassion. MOM is especially hardworking, as she is responsible for raising Sam without the presence of a father and maintaining their plot of land. As SQUIRE - A loyal attendee of St. George. As VILLAGER - A bubbling chorus of fools. Guitar, percussion, and kalimba skills required.

SHEPHERD / SQUIRE / VILLAGER: As SHEPHERD - Motivated by fear and misconceptions, SHEPHERD is a judgmental and harsh old man. His prejudices bubble to the surface through paranoid ramblings and loudly denouncing those who are different. Serving as the mouthpiece of the village, the SHEPHERD’s journey begins from a place of steadfast denial, but softens as he learns that his fear is motivated by mistruths. As SQUIRE - A loyal attendee of St. George. As VILLAGER - A bubbling chorus of fools. Percussion or kalimba skills required.

SALARY

TYA $688 weekly minimum - Actor/ASM

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