Marion Art Center announces auditions for ‘Peter Pan’

MARION — The Marion Art Center has announced open auditions for “Peter Pan,” an upcoming show in December.

The play will run December 6, 7, 13, 14 and 15. Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. for the Sunday matinee.

Auditions will be held at the Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant St., on Sept. 21 at 9 a.m. and Sept. 22 at 1 p.m.

The theater is looking for actors of all ages for 24 roles in J.M. Barrie’s “Peter Pan,” adapted by Craig Sodaro and directed by Kate Fishman.

“This superb non-musical adaptation for families captures all the magic and charm of everyone’s favorite story,” a news release said.

“When the evil Captain Hook captures Wendy and the Lost Boys, Peter Pan comes to their rescue,” the release said. “Together with the ticking crocodile, Peter Pan puts Captain Hook in his place and returns the Darling children to their home.”

Speaking roles include the Darling household — Wendy, John, Michael, Mrs. Darling (adult role), Liza, the maid (adult role) — and the Lost Boys — Peter Pan, Tootles, Nibs, Curly, Pots, Pans, Slightly. Other speaking roles include the Pirates — Captain Hook, Smee, Starkey, Skylight, Cookie, Noodles — and the Indians — Great Big Panther, Tiger Lily’s father (adult role), Tiger Lily, Two Moons, Raging Waters and Chattering Chipmunk.

There is also a non-speaking role as the dog Nana, who will also play the crocodile.

All Lost Boys, Pirates, and Indians roles are gender non-specific. Parents of actors are welcome but not required to attend rehearsals and participate in organizing the youth cast during performances. For more information, visit marionartcenter.org/auditions.