Children's casting call announced for BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL
Photo credit: Alastair Muir
The producers of the original production of Billy Elliot the Musical have announced a search for children to play the roles of Billy, Michael and Debbie in a forthcoming run of the multi award-winning hit show.
Dates, location and full details for the run of the production will be announced in due course.
Casting Director Jessica Ronane said: “We are delighted to be starting a new nationwide search to find our next generation of boys to play Billy Elliot. Following in the footsteps of some of the most beloved stars whose careers were launched by this extraordinary production.”
BILLY & MICHAEL
Boys aged 9 - 14 and under 5ft.
Tap and ballet experience are a bonus but not essential
Max height 5ft
Unchanged voices only
DEBBIE
Must be 9 to 12 years of age, under 4ft 8. Some ballet experience.
Girls applying for Debbie MUST be from the North East of England.
For Billy, Michael & Debbie – please get in touch with billy@jessicaronane.com which will take you to an application form to enter your details and pick a city near you to come and audition.
If you have any questions or would like to apply for any of the other child roles which must be based in Greater London then please reach out to billy@jessicaronane.com.
Acclaimed by audiences and critics alike, this original production of Billy Elliot the Musical has been seen by over 10.5 million people across five continents and is the recipient of over 80 awards internationally, including ten Tony Awards and five Olivier Awards.
Billy Elliot the Musical is brought to life by the multiple award-winning creative team behind the film including writer Lee Hall (book and lyrics), director Stephen Daldry and choreographer Peter Darling, joined by Elton John who composed the show’s score. The production features set design by Ian MacNeil, costumes by Nicky Gillibrand, lighting by Rick Fisher, sound by Paul Arditti, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Martin Koch.
Exciting news, Besties!