The Gainesville Community Playhouse presents
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The Gainesville Community Playhouse presents
The Gainesville Community Playhouse presents
FINDING NEVERLAND the musical
Book by: James Graham
Music by: Gary Barlow & Eliot Kennedy
Directed by: Sandra Wilcox
Auditions: July 19-20, 2026 (start at 7 pm)
Callbacks: July 21, 2026 (start at 7 pm)
Rehearsals: M-F 630-9; Set construction on weekends
Performance Dates: Sept 18- Oct 11, 2026
Finding Neverland tells the inspiring true story behind the creation of one of the world’s most beloved characters. In 1904, acclaimed London playwright J. M. Barrie is struggling with writer’s block, convinced he has nothing new left to say. Everything changes when he befriends the widowed Sylvia Llewelyn Davies and her four young sons—George, Peter, Jack, and Michael—in Kensington Gardens. Through their extraordinary games of make-believe, Barrie rediscovers the power of imagination, helping the grieving Peter learn to dream again while finding the inspiration for an entirely new kind of theatre.
Despite skepticism from producers, critics, and society, Barrie risks everything to bring his magical vision to the stage. The result is Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up, a timeless tale that reminds audiences of the importance of hope, wonder, and never losing touch with the child within.
Filled with soaring music, humor, and heart, Finding Neverland celebrates the transformative power of imagination and the enduring magic of believing in the impossible.
We are seeking kids of all ages and sizes to embark on the journey to Neverland. The audition will consist of the following
What to expect after auditions
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FEATURED ADULTS
J.M. BARRIE (A4- Ab2)
Male-Presenting, Mid 30’s – 40’s. A successful Scottish Playwright with a rebellious, childlike spirit that is entirely benevolent. He is at odds with the sensible, restrained world around him. Must have an excellent pop/rock tenor voice.
CHARLES FROHMAN & HOOK (G4- B2)
Male-Presenting, 50’s. A wealthy American impresario who has stood by Barrie for much of his career. Known as “The Napoleon of Drama”. Doubles as HOOK – JM Barrie’s darker, alter-ego with a sense of humor. Must have an excellent pop/rock baritenor sound.
SYLVIA LLEWELYN DAVIES (F5- F#3)
Female-Presenting, 20’s –30’s. A recent widow and mother of 4 boys, she encourages her boys to be free thinkers and is one herself. Must have a strong pop/rock belt and mix as well as strong soprano notes.
MARY BARRIE (D5-E4)
Female-Presenting, 20’s –30’s. The wife of J.M. Barrie, she cares about the trappings of society. She and her husband do not share the same interest and live progressively separate lives. Must have a strong pop/rock sound as well as strong soprano. She will also be a part of the ENSEMBLE.
MRS. DU MAURIER (E5-C#4)
Female-Presenting, 50’s – 60’s. A socialite and mother of Sylvia, she holds social etiquette in high esteem and wants her daughter to do the same. Steely on the outside but wants the best for her daughter and grandchildren. She has a dry sense of humor. Must have a strong alto voice with pop/rock sensibility.
THE LLEWELYN DAVIES BOYS [between the ages of 8 – 14 all singers]
GEORGE LLEWELYN DAVIES (E5-G3)
Male-Presenting, to play 12-14 years old. He is the oldest of the Davies boys. George is most sensible and mature though still able to play and have fun. Must have an unchanged pop/rock voice.
JACK LLEWELYN DAVIES (Eb5-A3)
Male-to play 10-12 years old. He is the second oldest of the boys, He is the naughtiest and most outlandish, but even his cheek comes from a good heart. Must have a pop/rock voice.
PETER LLEWELYN DAVIES (E5-Ab3)
Male, to play 8-10 years old. He is the second youngest of the boys. Peter is buried under the grief of losing his father. Thoughtful and considerate, initially angry and contained, he goes on a journey from ‘not believing’ to opening up and embracing the world of magic and play that Barrie presents to him. Must have a pop/rock voice.
MICHAEL LLEWELYN DAVIES (Eb5-A3)
Male-Presenting. (would consider a girl as a young boy) to play 6-8 years old. He is the youngest of the boys, is also possibly the loudest and most confident in his actions and his statements. Must have a pop/rock voice.
ENSEMBLE
We are seeking a physical, versatile ensemble to play multiple roles. Ability to play multiple characters, a British accent, physical movers and/or dance experience desired. Each ensemble member is unique.
The ensemble will portray ACTORS and characters within the story of PETER PAN, so physicality will be a plus. There are 8 Female-Identifying and 8 Male-Identifying Ensemble Members as well as ensemble members that are not gender specific.
FEMALE IDENTIFYING ENSEMBLE
MALE IDENTIFYING ENSEMBLE
