
Make Your Mark
A Promise to Cast Every Child | Dance Connection
OLIVER JR
AUDITION NOTICE

Season 2025-2026
Dance Connection, 6535 N Buffalo Dr #150, Las Vegas, NV 89131
AUDITION INFORMATION:
Auditions January 9th 5-7pm 2026 A Promise to Cast Every Child
Callbacks January 10th 11-1pm
AGES 6-18 YEARS
Show Date: June 7th
Rehearsals Fridays 5-7pm
$90 Monthly Tuition
One Time Script and Costume Rental Fee: $80
Location: 6535 N. Buffalo Dr
Las Vegas NV 89131
Consider yourself invited… to the streets of London!
Join Oliver and a rag-tag band of pals as they weave, dodge, and dance their way through Victorian London in OLIVER! JR., a high-energy, kid-friendly musical packed with heart, humor, and unforgettable songs like “Consider Yourself,” “Food, Glorious Food,” and more!
This beloved adaptation of Oliver Twist tells the story of a brave orphan who escapes the workhouse, finds unexpected family among a gang of clever pickpockets, and learns powerful lessons about trust, friendship, honesty, and hope. With its lively ensemble, iconic characters, and nonstop movement, Oliver! JR. is a joy for performers and audiences alike.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN — OLIVER JR!
Nancy: The heart of the show. Nancy is a tough, street-smart young woman with a compassionate soul and a fierce sense of loyalty. Working in Fagin’s world, she often acts as Oliver’s protector and moral compass. - Gender: Female
Widow Corney: The cold, calculating (and often comical) head of the workhouse. Widow Corney rules with an iron fist and is far more interested in money and control rather than kindness. - Gender: Female
Bumble: The cruel overseer of the workhouse who shows zero compassion for the children under their care. Gender: Any
Oliver Twist: An intelligent, kind-hearted orphan who longs for family and belonging. Oliver has a quiet strength and moral courage. Gender: Any
Charlotte: A sassy, sometimes bossy servant at the Sowerberry funeral home. While she occasionally shows small kindnesses to Oliver, she’s often a source of conflict and attitude. Gender: Female | Non-singing role
Sowerberry A and B: A callous, grim undertaker who purchases Oliver from the workhouse. Unkind and unsympathetic, this character delights in Oliver’s misery and treats him as less than human. A strong character actor with clear storytelling skills who pairs tightly with the other Sowerberry. Gender: Any | Non-singing role
Noah Claypole: A mean-spirited bully who works for the Sowerberrys and intentionally provokes. Gender: Any | Non-singing role
Artful Dodger: One of literature’s most iconic characters — charming, clever, and endlessly confident. Dodger is the first person to show Oliver real kindness and offers a sense of belonging. Gender: Any
Fagin: The leader of a band of young thieves. Fagin is charismatic, manipulative, and morally slippery. Gender: Any
Charlie Bates: A devoted member of Fagin’s gang and an enthusiastic admirer of the Artful Dodger. Gender: Any
Nipper: The smallest member of the gang with a solo. Though quiet, Nipper adds heart and charm. Gender: Any
Captain & Handwalker: Members of Fagin’s gang with brief solos. Gender: Any
Bet: Nancy’s close friend whos spirited, adventurous, and loyal. Gender: Female
Sikes: A menacing, volatile villain who rules through fear. Gender: Any
Brownlow: A warm, generous person who offers kindness and a home. Gender: Any
Bedwin: Brownlow’s kindhearted housekeeper. Gender: Any
Dr. Grimwig: An intelligent but pessimistic character. Gender: Any
Old Sally & The Matron: These featured roles reveal the truth of Oliver’s parentage. Gender: Any
Milkmaids, Strawberry Sellers, Knife Grinders and Rose Sellers: Featured roles with solos that help build the bustling world of London. Gender: Any
Ensemble: The ensemble brings Victorian London to life as workhouse children, citizens, market sellers, pub customers, police, and members of Fagin’s gang. Gender: Any


