What are the responsibilities and job description for the Matilda The Musical - New Canaan, CT EPA (04.06.26) position at Summer Theatre of New Canaan | New Canaan, CT?
DESCRIPTION
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
AUDITION DATE
Monday, April 6, 2026
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E)
Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
APPOINTMENTS
To schedule an audition appointment please email: [email protected] OR Phone: 203-966-4634, 10am-4pm. Walk-ins without an appointment will be seen time permitting.
CONTRACT
LOA
$715 weekly minimum (Ref. to LORT) - 2025 rate
SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in MATILDA THE MUSICAL (See breakdown).
Local actors are encouraged to audition.
PREPARATION
Please prepare a song cut in style of the musical. Bring your Headshot and Resume.
LOCATION
Summer Theatre of New Canaan
70 Pine St
New Canaan, CT 06840
Located 1 block from New Canaan Metro North station on the New Haven line.
PERSONNEL
Expected to attend:
Artistic Director: Melody Libonati
Director: Allegra Libonati
Choreographer: Eric Stretch
Assistant Director: Gabi Simmons
Musical Director: Josh Walker
OTHER DATES
Rehearsals begin: June 16
Performances: July 10 - 24
Rehearsal schedule: Tuesday - Sunday based on call
Performance schedule: 4 Performances per week
Fridays through Sundays
OTHER
stonc.org
Commute via Metro North (tickets provided to cast)
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
MATILDA THE MUSICAL
SEEKING:
Matilda Wormwood. A brilliant and imaginative girl (8–11) with exceptional intelligence and quiet strength; she anchors the show with emotional depth, strong comedic instincts, and stamina. Vocal range A3–D5 with confident belt; strong mover with excellent diction and storytelling ability. Role may be double cast.
Miss Agatha Trunchbull. The tyrannical, larger-than-life headmistress (35–60), traditionally played by a male but flexible depending on production vision. Requires commanding physical presence, bold character work, strong belt (A2–G4), and fearless comic commitment. Must balance menace with heightened theatricality.
Miss Honey. A gentle, kind-hearted teacher (20s–30s) with emotional vulnerability and inner resilience. Requires warm lyrical soprano (F3–D5), sincere acting depth, and grounded stillness; “My House” is the emotional centerpiece. Light movement ability required.
Mr. Wormwood. Matilda’s brash and dishonest used-car salesman father (30s–50s) with big physical comedy and fast-paced delivery. Vocal range C3–A4; strong comedic timing and character singing required. Energetic mover with vaudeville-style flair.
Mrs. Wormwood. A flamboyant, image-obsessed amateur ballroom dancer (30s–50s) who prioritizes dance and appearance over parenting. Requires strong belt (A3–F5) and confident ballroom/Latin dance ability. Bold comedic instincts and heightened physicality essential.
Mrs. Phelps. Warm and grounded librarian (40 ) who frames Matilda’s storytelling sequences. Strong character with clear diction and gentle presence. Serves as emotional bridge between fantasy and reality.
Rudolpho. Mrs. Wormwood’s flamboyant dance partner (20s–40s) with strong Latin/ballroom technique and comedic presence. Vocal range D3–A4; featured in “Loud.” Must be athletic, charismatic, and comfortable with stylized character work. Cast from Ensemble:
The Escapologist. 20s-40s, high lyric baritone. He is the headlining Escape Artist in the circus. He's a showman. In life he is the strong and sensitive type -a loving parental figure. Married and very much in love with the ACROBAT. A romantic, storybook figure appearing in Matilda’s imagination; Good physical storyteller. Requires movement ability and emotional sincerity. Aerial skills a plus.
The Acrobat. A graceful, lyrical character within Matilda’s fantasy world; strong mover with expressive acting skills. Requires physical storytelling and emotional warmth. Aerial skills a plus.
Adult Ensemble. Adult ensemble members portray parents, students, ballroom competitors, school staff, doctors, and fantasy characters. Strong triple-threat performers with excellent ensemble singing and movement skills are required.
SALARY
LOA $715 weekly minimum (Ref. to LORT) - 2025 rate
UNION
ASEA