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Pickerington Community Theatre reaches for the stars with all-new, never-before-seen stage adaption of the classic sci-fi b-movie “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” Filled with humor, camp, and no shortage of deliciously-cheesy dialogue, “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” is a much-loved 1964 holiday film known affectionately by fans as one of the worst movies ever made. When the leaders of Mars can’t figure out why their children are so sullen, they decide to cheer the young ones up with their first ever Christmas. You can’t have Christmas without Santa Claus, of course, but the only Santa available already belongs to the children of Earth. The obvious solution: abduct the Jolly Old Elf for themselves! PCT’s “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” Audition Information: Dates and Times: - Friday, September 20th 7:00PM - 10:00PM - Saturday, September 21st 11:00AM - 3:00PM Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Though a small number of parts (noted below) do include singing, no formal singing audition is necessary. (Though you may be asked to sing a few bars of a carol or two) We are looking to cast 15 ADULTS and 6 CHILDREN. NOTE: Though some characters are listed with specific genders and age ranges, these refer exclusively to the character being cast, not potential actors. All parts are open to everyone. Performance dates: December 6 - 15 This production will be directed by Bram Fulk Cast of Characters SANTA CLAUS (M, 50s-80s) As traditional a Saint Nick as they come, this jolly old elf is kind and compassionate to all MRS. CLAUS (F, 50s-80s) With Christmas Eve fast approaching, she keeps everyone on task at the toy factory KIMAR (M, 30s-50s) Loving husband, father, and King of the Martians, he will do anything to help the children of Mars Stage combat required for this character BILLY FOSTER (M, 10-14) Smart and resourceful, he hopes to grow up and become a spaceman someday but, with Martians in town, he may not have to wait that long This character doubles as an elf and will require some minor singing and dancing BETTY FOSTER (F, 10-14) A hothead dressed like the cowpokes of her favorite tv programs, she would rather lasso and hogtie a Martian than give him the time of day This character doubles as an elf and will require some minor singing and dancing DROPO (M, 20s-30s) Kimar’s lovable and bumbling assistant, he may have great things in his future - if he can survive until then! VOLDAR (M, 30s-50s) A sneering member of the Martian council who has nothing but contempt for Kimar. Note: Not responsible if you break a tooth on all the scenery this great villain requires you to chew! Stage combat required for this character BOMAR (M, 10-14) and GIRMAR (F, 10-14) The children of Kimar and Momar, these Martian younglings readily jump to Santa’s aid MOMAR (F, 30s-50s) Kimar’s wife and the Queen of Mars, she always wants what’s best for her children This character requires some minor singing NEWS ANCHOR TV News Anchor reporting live, late-breaking updates on the Martian sightings ANDY HENDERSON (M, 30s-60s) On-the-spot news reporting, he’s more of a hack stand-up than a real journalist RIGNA & HARGO (M/F, 20s+) Martian council members who make the trek to Earth in search of Santa Claus CHOCHEM (F, 800+ yrs old) The all-knowing wise person of Mars DR. SUSAN CARTER (F, 30s+) A brilliant scientist who will not suffer fools GENERAL (M, 50s-60s) Army commander eager to take the fight to the Martians, dangers be damned STOBO & SHIM (M/F, 20s-50s) Voldar’s henchmen, always ready for a fight MARTIAN NUTCRACKER AUTOMATON (M/F, 10-15) One of the toys created by Santa on Mars This character doubles as an elf and will require some minor singing and dancing MARTIAN BALLERINA AUTOMATON (F, 10-15) One of the toys created by Santa on Mars This character will have an extended solo, ballet-style dance piece and will also double as an elf and will require some singing
