Book and Lyrics by LEE HALL
Music by ELTON JOHN

Directed by Cal Chiang
Musical Director – Helen Konrad

Show Description: Billy Elliot the Musical is set in northern England, under the rule of Margaret Thatcher, amidst the riotous clashes between miners and police during the 1984 miners’ strike where a young boy finds freedom and self-expression through dance.

Performance Dates: Friday March 21, 2025 through Sunday, April 13, 2025

Auditions Dates:

Children
Tuesday, December 3 and Wednesday December 4 at 7:15 pm

Be prompt as you will be taught 32 bars of a song from the show and will be asked to perform it. Be prepared to read a side from the show. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes for dancing. If you have tap shoes, please bring them.

Adults
Thursday, December 5, Monday December 9 and Tuesday, December 10 at 7:15 pm

Prepare a song that demonstrates character and range. Be prepared to read a side from the show. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes for dancing. If you have tap shoes, please bring them.

Call Backs (invitation only): Wednesday, December 11 at 7:15 pm.

Location: Antrim Playhouse, 32 Old Tappan Road, Tappan, NY 10983

Cast Requirements:

Billy Age 10-14 (max height 5’5”) Dancer (tap, ballet, jazz, acro) Singer E3-C-5

Dad Age 40-60 Singer Tenor A2 -Eb4, Strong movement abilities

Grandma Age 60-80 Singer Alto F3-F4, Strong movement abilities

Michael Age 10-14 (max height 5’5”) Dancer (tap, ballet, jazz, acro) Singer A3-B4

Mrs. Wilkinson Age 40-50 Singer mezzo Gb5-Bb5, Strong movement abilities

Tony Age 20-30 Singer Baritenor D3-F-4, Movement abilities

Adult Billy/Ensemble Strong dancer (ballet)

Mr. Braithwaite/Ensemble Strong movement abilities

Strong Men’s Ensemble (10) Miners/Policemen, Strong vocals and movement abilities

Billy’s deceased mum/Ensemble Strong vocals and movement abilities

Women’s Ensemble (2) Strong vocals and movement abilities

Ballet Girls (10) Ages 9-14 (max height 5’4”) Dancers/Singers

Questions? Reach out to Cal Chiang at calc4749@gmail.com