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KOTA Productions presents the NYC premiere of The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-Off!, a delightful new musical by Rick Hip-Flores (Broadway's In Transit, Come From Away). Blending the cherished holiday tradition of baking Christmas cookies with the thrill of reality baking competitions, eight talented young cookie chefs from across the nation compete for the top prize. But as the competition heats up, they soon discover that the true recipe for success is about more than just the perfect cookie.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
This pro-level production is open to performers ages 8+ years old by audition only. Beyond rehearsing for the final show, cast members will participate in exclusive acting and musical theatre workshops led by Broadway stars and top industry professionals, receive invaluable tips on wellness and navigating the world of showbiz, sharpen improv skills through games and activities, and connect with fellow theatre artists.
AUDITION INFORMATION
407 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
A portion of the ticket proceeds will proudly support Cookies 4 Kids Cancer.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Book, Music & Lyrics by Rick Hip-Flores
Directed & Produced by Laura Luc
Music Direction by Alex-Reneé Davies
Program Dates:
Nov 17 - Dec 15, 2024 (hybrid)
Remote rehearsals will be 2-3 times a week, including Sunday evenings, with other dates based on availability. Please list any conflicts on your audition form.
IN-PERSON DATES:
Dec 13 - 15*, 2024
Friday, Dec 13th @ 5-8pm - Rehearsal & Workshops
Sat, Dec 14th @ 10am-3pm - Rehearsal, Workshops & Party
Sat, Dec 14th OR Sun, Dec 15th - Performance Times TBD
*If you are not available on Sun, Dec 15th, you may be able to perform on Sat, Dec 14th. Select 12/14 on the audition form.
PROGRAM Tuition: $995
Payment plans are available.
Apply for a scholarship HERE by 10/23.
Tuition includes participation in the NYC premiere of The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-Off!, workshops/Q&A’s with Broadway and industry professionals, as well as a virtual one-on-one general feedback session with Laura Luc.
Additional expenses such as show tickets ($15-$30), food and beverage minimums ($25/pp + tip/tax), travel, personal costume pieces, and other related costs are not covered.
A portion of the ticket proceeds will proudly support Cookies 4 Kids Cancer.
SHOW SYNOPSIS
THE GREAT CHRISTMAS COOKIE BAKE-OFF! combines the time-honored tradition of Christmas cookies with the ever-popular phenomenon of reality baking competitions.
Eight young cookie chefs have been selected from all over the country to battle it out for first prize at the Cookie Coliseum. Just as no two cookies are the same, each contestant reveals their unique personality through song. Suspense mounts as the chefs are eliminated one by one, by three distinguished celebrity judges.
Over the course of the competition, feelings of intense rivalry give way to virtues of charity, family, and forgiveness, as the chefs learn what really makes for a winning Christmas recipe.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
All roles are gender-neutral, with character names adaptable to fit the cast. We welcome actors of all ethnicities and backgrounds to audition for any role.
Every character, including supporting roles, has numerous solo lines and singing parts. With only eight young performers per cast, each role enjoys significant visibility and a chance to shine.
Child/Teen Roles
Open to ages 8+ to play 8-16 years old.
Hailey
A sensitive soul who longs for her Grandma’s cookies.
Brianna
The perfect overachiever who’s done her homework.
Josh
A science enthusiast who knows his formulas.
Gabe
A bully who’s more than happy to bend the rules.
Logan
A video game buff who feels out of place in the kitchen.
Julian
A culinary artiste with a talent for fine cuisine.
Madison
A social media fanatic who loves the spotlight.
Amelia
A Disney devotee who’s slightly scattered in the kitchen.
Adult Roles
Open to ages 18+ to play adult characters.
Malcolm Finch
Intensely British, a la Gordon Ramsey
Isabelle Bloom
A food fashionista, with a high sense of aesthetic.
Mrs. Beasley
The quintessential helicopter mom of BRIANNA, who watches every detail.
Lawrence Odom
The faithful host and announcer of the competition.
Gabe's Dad
A big wig tv exec who teaches his son to win at all costs.
Grandma
Hailey's quirky loving Grandma.
Presented with special permission from Broadway Licensing Global.
Experience the Holiday Magic in New York City!