A Charlie Brown Christmas
By Charles M. Schulz
Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson
Stage Adaptation by Eric Schaeffer
By Special Arrangement with Arthur Whitelaw and Ruby Persson
Performed with licensing from Concord Theatrical
Runtime: 30 minutes
Audience: G
Location: Jubilee Theater Center, 109 Commercial Street, Marshfield, MO 65706
Rediscover the Magic of Christmas with Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang!
Get ready for a heartwarming journey to the true meaning of Christmas as Marshfield Community Theatre proudly presents the timeless classic, A Charlie Brown Christmas. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and the entire Peanuts gang in this delightful 30-minute stage adaptation of the beloved animated TV special.
Audition Notice
Marshfield Community Theatre is excited to announce auditions for our upcoming production of A Charlie Brown Christmas! The show will be directed by Toni Lorenz.
MCT will hold auditions for A Charlie Brown Christmas on Oct. 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. at the Jubilee Theater Center, located in Marshfield, MO at 109 Commercial Street. The show will run Dec. 12-15. If needed, there will be callbacks on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m.
This show contains a cast of 11 individuals. The audition will consist of cold readings from the show. All individuals must be at least 16 years old to audition for A Charlie Brown Christmas.
WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOUR AUDITION:
Please fill out our online audition form and then bring the following with you to your audition:
- A list of potential conflicts for November 1-December 15
- A headshot to be kept with your audition form
- Clothing you can comfortably move in, with closed-toe shoes
- A willingness to step outside of the box and try new things
AVAILABLE ROLES:
Charlie Brown
Snoopy
Lucy
Linus
Pig Pen
Frieda
Schroeder
Violet
Sally
Patty
Shermy
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
There will be a $20 fee collected from all cast members at the first cast meeting. Cast and families will also be given the opportunity to purchase (OPTIONAL) show T-shirts.
MCT does not want finances to be an obstacle for any family. Please reach out to your production manager at the company meeting if you need to discuss financial options.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
In this faithful stage adaptation, the charm and spirit of the original animated television special come to life. Follow Charlie Brown and his friends as they embark on a quest to discover the true meaning of Christmas. With Snoopy’s antics, Linus’s wisdom, and the Peanuts gang’s endearing personalities, this production captures the essence of the holiday season.
A Holiday Tradition
Originally aired in 1965, A Charlie Brown Christmas quickly became a beloved holiday tradition for audiences of all ages. Now, experience the magic live on stage with our 2013 stage adaptation. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends!