Belmont Theatre

Auditions for BIG FISH the Musical

Auditions BIG FISH The Musical

AUDITION DATES: December 8 OR 9 at 6 OR 7pm

SHOW DATES: February 20-22, 26-28 & March 1, 2026

WHERE

The Belmont Theatre

27 South Belmont Street, York, PA

Enter main lobby early to fill out audition form.

Director: René Staub

Music Director: Amy Peck

Choreographer: Sarah Logsdon

Actors and actresses age 8 and over with strong vocals plus technical dancers are needed to fulfill roles to bring BIG FISH to life. Dancers with tap dancing skills are a plus. See role descriptions below.

PREPARATION

Prepare 16-32 bars of a song from a musical that best shows your range and vocal talent. Bring accompaniment on your cell phone. A bluetooth speaker will be provided. No Acapella. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to dance.

SHOW DESCRIPTION

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton with a screenplay by John August BIG FISH is a fantastical, heartwarming musical that follows the life of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman whose larger-than-life stories captivate everyone around him—especially his loving wife, Sandra. But their son, Will, about to become a father himself, is determined to uncover the truth behind his father’s epic tales. As Will embarks on a journey to understand the man behind the myth, BIG FISH explores the power of storytelling, family bonds, and the search for identity.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS

Edward Bloom

Appear late age 40s-60s and younger versions of himself

Bari-tenor (G2-G4)

A charming, charismatic storyteller. A devoted yet absent father nearing the end of his life and wanting to reconnect with his son. He is comfortable in his own skin, but hopes for Will’s approval. He loves his wife, his son, and telling stories.

Sandra Bloom

Appear age late 40s/50s and also younger versions of herself

Soprano with mix/belt (G3-E5)

Patient, calm, the perfect balance to Edward’s enthusiasm. She adores and appreciates Edward and tries to bring reconciliation to her husband and son, both of whom she loves.

Will Bloom

Appear rage late 20s/early 30s

Tenor (C#3-G4)

An earnest, serious, thoughtful, young man. Analytical, “realist”, dry-humored. Doesn’t believe his father’s stories and after learning Edward is sick, he seeks to find the truth in his father’s past. He is a successful professional, new husband (to Josephine), and expectant father.

Young Will

Youth actor to play an 8-to-12-year-old boy

Edward’s son, precocious and intelligent. Intrigued by his father’s stories, but already starts to doubt their truth.

Josephine Bloom

Appear age late 20s/early 30s

Will’s wife. Successful, intelligent, kind and understanding, new bride and expectant mother. Josephine acts as the bridge between Edward and Will, explaining the deeper meaning of the stories.

Karl the Giant

Appear age late 20s/30s

Bass

Edward’s best friend. Karl is shy, exceptionally intelligent, hermit-like, and has a quiet charisma. He needs a booming voice and large personality. Taller actors preferred. May be asked to work with stilts.

Amos Calloway

Appear age 35+

Baritone/Character Voice

Eccentric, quirky owner of the circus that employs young Edward. He also happens to be a werewolf.

Witch

Appear age 25+

Mezzo/Belt. Commanding performer with great confidence and storytelling ability. Mysterious and knowledgeable. Convinces Edward to pursue a big life without fear.

Jenny Hill

Actress to play a young woman in high school and a woman in her 40s/50s

Mezzo/Belt

Edward’s devoted, first girlfriend. She is beautiful, a dreamer, maybe a little naive. As an adult, more disillusioned, more dignified.

Don Price

Actor to play young man in high school/college, and as an adult (possibly two actors)

Baritone

Older snarky bully. Sandra’s first fiancé.

Zacky Price

Actor to play a young man in high school/college, and as an adult (possibly 2 actors).

Tenor

Nerdy brother and shadow of Don Price.

Doctor Bennett

Appear age 50s-70s

Warm, kind, but frank. Edward’s friend and physician.

Ashton Mayor

Actor to appear to be age 35+

Typical small town good-guy mayor personality.

Red Fang

World War II villian/assassin, any gender, teen or adult.

Looking for actor with gymnastics/martial arts/dance ability.

Alabama Lambs

Acttreess in their teens/20s. Young Sandra’s friend. Perform with Sandra at the circus.

Strong singing and dance skills, especially tap.

Fisherman

Actor to play an adult man 18+.

Others/Ensemble:

SATB

Assorted ages. All sing and dance. Some individuals will do extensive dance, but not all. Most have solo lines, all have featured moments and will pop up throughout the entire show. Strong dance skills preferred, especially tap. Please also let us know if you have any gymnastics and/or circus arts skills.

Including, but not limited to:

The Mermaid

Witches

Circus Performers

Will’s Son

Residents

University Students

Young Scouts

Dancing Fire (hopefully en pointe)

USO Girls (tap dancers)

General Patterson

Red Fang, WWII villain WWII Soldiers Cowboys/Saloon Girls Old West Judge

Doctors and Nurses

See website for more details.