STAAR Theatre is excited to announce our next youth production: You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown! Actors ages 9-19 are invited to attend an Audition Workshop and Auditions in December 2025. We also invite teen Creatives to be hands on in a specific creative department to create all the visual and technical elements that go into a production! The directing team asks that anyone wishing to audition attends one of the audition workshops on either December 8 or 10. Auditions for Teens aged 13-19 will be Monday, December 15 and Auditions for Kids aged 9-12 on Wednesday, December 17.
The hope for this show is that we will “double cast” meaning: 6 “Teen” Lead Characters and 6 “Kid” Lead Characters. There will be an additional 6-10 ensemble members.
Show Description
Happiness is great musical theatre! With charm, wit and heart, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. This revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, is the ideal first show for those who would like to do a musical. Musical numbers include “My Blanket and Me,” “The Kite,” “The Baseball Game,” “Little Known Facts,” “Suppertime” and “Happiness.” Guaranteed to please audiences of all ages!
This is the revised version, which also adds additional songs “Beethoven Day” for Shroeder and “My New Philosophy” for Sally.
PRODUCTION CLASS FEES
$75 first participant
$125 family cap
Full and partial scholarships available!
Production Team
DIRECTOR & MUSIC DIRECTOR: Rosalyn “Rosie” Craft
PRODUCTION MANAGER: Amanda McMilin
CHOREOGRAPHER: Tala Gvozdas
PROP MASTER: Tina Cockerill
SET: Carter Crocker
Rehearsals
First rehearsal will be held Monday, January 4 for the entire company. At this time we looking at rehearsals on Mondays and Wednesdays, including Mondays that fall on a holiday. After casting, rehearsal times may change based on the availability of cast members.
Audition Workshop
MONDAY DECEMBER 8, 6-8PM
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10, 4-6PM
Attendance at one workshop is required
Auditions
TEENS aged 13-19: MONDAY DECEMBER 15, 6-8PM
KIDS aged 9-12: WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 17, 4-6PM
These will be closed auditions, meaning you will be brought to a room to audition for the directing team. A dance combination will be taught on the stage.
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- Be prepared with a short monologue for the chosen character
- Be prepared with a solo for the chosen character. Know the entire song.
- A dance combination will be taught at the audition
- If an actor has specific talents such as tumbling, juggling, etc, they can audition with this as well.
This is a small cast and not everyone who auditions will be offered a role.
Creative RESUMES
Teens aged 13-19 can submit the resume form with what department they want to be in. Resume’s are due by Friday, December 26. Creative Department Leads may contact you before selections are made.
Performance Dates
Friday, March 6
Saturday, March 7
Sunday, March 8
Friday, March 13
Saturday, March 14
Sunday, March 15
You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Character Roles
Character List
CHARLIE BROWN – Baritenor (male)
The lovable underdog, eternally optimistic yet plagued by his own insecurities and a constant string of bad luck. Despite his many setbacks, he never gives up and always strives to be better. Though often the victim of his peers’ antics, Charlie Brown possesses a determination that makes him the heart of the story. Strong baritenor with a gift for character acting, someone who can truly embody Charlie Brown’s charm and vulnerability while driving the narrative forward.
LUCY VAN PELT – Mezzo-Soprano (female)
The bossy, know-it-all who doesn’t hesitate to express her opinions, especially when it comes to Charlie Brown and her “stupid” little brother Linus. She is unrelenting in her love for Schroeder, despite his complete indifference to her. Loud, brash, and hilariously self-centered, Lucy is a force to be reckoned with. \While a strong voice is key, we want to see the obnoxious side of Lucy shine through in her physicality as much as her words.
LINUS VAN PELT – Baritone (male)
The sweet, thoughtful younger brother who has an unshakable bond with his blanket. He’s the calm center amidst the chaos of the Peanuts gang, often smoothing things over and offering his wisdom (although he’s not immune to Lucy’s teasing). A bit of a philosopher, Linus brings a grounded, earnest energy to the show, providing a perfect balance to the more outrageous characters. Need actor who can play Linus’ more serious and introspective side, while also showcasing his humor. Dance and devised experience is a plus for this role!
SCHROEDER – Tenor (male)
A serious, Beethoven-obsessed piano prodigy who takes life (and classical music) far too seriously for his own good. Despite Lucy’s incessant advances, he remains completely uninterested in her, focusing instead on his music. As a character, he walks the fine line between being coolly composed and hilariously obsessive. Strong tenor (with a little soul) who has deep connection to Schroeder’s love of classical music but can really have fun with Beethoven’s Day!
SNOOPY – Tenor or Alto (any)
Charlie Brown’s imaginative and often rebellious beagle. While Charlie Brown thinks he’s the owner, Snoopy constantly proves that he’s the one in charge. With a wild imagination that sees him as a World War I flying ace, a famous writer, and more, Snoopy brings a whole lot of fantasy and fun to the show. Strong physical and comedic actor who can bring Snoopy’s rich inner world to life and use their physicality to sell his hilarious moments of fantasy and dog-like antics.
SALLY BROWN – Soprano (female)
Charlie Brown’s young sister, with a surprisingly complex take on life for someone her age. Often carefree and disinterested in schoolwork, Sally prefers to slide by with minimal effort, though her philosophical rants on topics such as life, love, and the world at large (which are anything but conventional). Though innocent and sweet, Sally can also be remarkably cynical and blunt. Need a comedic actor who can balance Sally’s naïve charm with her quirky, often hilariously misguided wisdom.
ENSEMBLE – Mixed
The Ensemble will play a variety of characters in the Peanuts universe, including other classmates, friends, and key figures that fill out the whimsical world of Charlie Brown and his gang. Some characters could include:
- Peppermint Patty
- Marcie
- Pig-Pen
- Franklin
- Little Red Haired Girl
- Rerun
- Woodstock(s)
Creative Departments
Hair and/or Make-up
Designing character looks with hair styles, wigs, and theatrical make-up. Works with costumes for a cohesive look. Can be separate people for hair and for makeup.
Costumes
Designing character costumes by pulling from the theater’s wardrobe or creating new costumes. Works with Hair and Make-up for a cohesive look.
Set Design
Designing the physical set pieces and overall look of set. Can include painting the set and flats or creating projected graphics.
Properties (Props)
Designing and fabricating the loose items that are usually carried by actors.
Lighting
Designing the lighting looks for each scene and song. Can include programming the light board and operating the light board during shows.
Audio (Sound)
There are multiple jobs for audio folks! One is music playback, pressing the GO button for each song. Another job is mixing the microphones. And the microphone technician is backstage ready to help with any microphone issues.
Video Graphics
Creating static or moving graphics to project on stage. Can also include videos. If we purchase a set of projection graphics, this person would run the computer program for the projections.
Assistant Stage Manager
The Stage Manager is the Director’s right hand person, and the ASM is just as important. They write down ALL the notes and blocking in the script, assist in managing the actors and crew during rehearsals, and call various cues during the show. Must be confident and direct.
Assistant House Manager
The House Manager is in charge of everything that happens in the rest of the theater that isn’t the stage. They manage the audience seating, programs, and ushers. The House Manager opens the doors before the show and tells the Stage Manager when the house is ready to start each act. Must be organized and able to manage people.
Production Assistant
This role does a little bit of everything! This is a good role for someone who would be interested in directing and stage managing.