For Children, by Children Since 1969
Hansel and Gretel
Winter 2027 Production
Walpole Children's Theatre is thrilled to announce our Winter 2027 production of Hansel and Gretel by Vera Morris directed by Nick Hayden. Auditions will be held on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Performances will be held February 19th-27th at the Walpole Footlighters Playhouse in East Walpole.
Rehearsals will be in person on Sundays, Tuesdays, and select Thursdays. Children aged 10–20 are welcome to audition. No experience required!
When Hansel and Gretel are sent into the woods, they encounter some marvelous folk — an arrogant troll who fiercely guards his little wooden bridge, a talking owl, a forest sprite, and two hobgoblins in the service of the nasty (and hilarious) witch. Tremble for Hansel as he’s locked in a cage and fed nothing but fudge and cake. Cheer Gretel as she outwits the crone and sets free all the lost children who have been turned into cookies! All the moments are here, from the night spent in the woods to the discovery of the candy-coated little cottage.
WHEN AND WHERE
Audition Information & Schedule
DATE Sunday, November 1, 2026
TIME 12:30 – 4:00 PM
LOCATION Walpole VFW
109 Robbins Rd,
Walpole, MA
We strongly encourage all auditionees to register in advance to streamline the check-in process.
DAY SCHEDULE
12:30 – 1:00 PM
Arrival & Registration
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Madame Dido Monologue & Scene Readings
End of Primary Auditions: Only selected auditionees will be invited to stay for callbacks.
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Callbacks
PREPARE
Audition Materials
CAST
Character Descriptions
Who Can Audition?
WCT auditions are open to all children aged 10–20. No experience is required — we love first-timers! And as always, there is never a fee to be part of a WCT production.
Ages 10 – 20
Any young performer in Walpole and the surrounding area is welcome.
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No Experience Needed
Whether it's your first audition or your tenth, all experience levels are welcome.
Always Free
WCT never charges kids to participate. Ever.
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Audition Tips
Volume & Pronunciation
Make sure we can hear you! Speak up, project your voice, and enunciate so your words are clear. The director may be sitting close to the stage, but we want to know you can be heard at the back of a filled auditorium. Project your voice to the back of the room.
Make Us Laugh
Find moments to make your performance funny. Think about timing — a well-placed pause, reaction, or movement can make a joke land perfectly.
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Bring the Energy
Even if you're playing a slow-moving character, that's still an active choice. Stay engaged in every moment, even when you're not speaking. React, listen, and keep the energy up. We want to see characters that feel alive, not just actors reciting lines.
Embrace the Character
Explore the personality of the characters. The more fun you have, the more we'll enjoy watching you. Don't hold back — this is your chance to bring the scenes to life.
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Make a Bold Choice – Stand Out
Give us something memorable. Whether it's the way your character moves, talks, or reacts, don't be afraid to make strong choices. Even small details can set you apart. Take a risk and have fun with it.
Final Reminder
We're excited to see what you bring to the table, and we want you to succeed. Trust your instincts, commit to your choices, and let your personality shine. You've got this!