Kernersville Little Theatre invites bold performers to audition for one of the most thrilling, darkly comic, and musically electrifying shows ever written – Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd.

This is not just a musical —it’s a powerhouse of storytelling, driven by razor-sharp wit, hauntingly beautiful music, and characters that demand fearless commitment. From sweeping choral moments to intimate, chilling solos, Sweeney Todd offers performers a rare chance to sink their teeth into complex roles, rich harmonies, and a world where obsession, revenge, and dark humor collide.

If you’re ready for a show that challenges, excites, and leaves a lasting mark – this is your moment. Join us in bringing Sweeney Todd to life.

Sweeney Todd Character Auditions

Character Breakdown

Sweeney Todd

A wrongfully imprisoned barber seeking to right the wrongs committed against him. He is Johanna’s father, singularly focused on taking bloody revenge. The story’s tormented protagonist.
Gender: Male
Age: 40–55
Vocal Range: F2–Gb4

Mrs. Lovett

An entrepreneurial and amoral meat pie shop owner. She falls in love with Todd and turns his desire for revenge into a profitable business venture.
Gender: Female
Age: 35–50
Vocal Range: G3–E5

Anthony Hope

A naive and youthful sailor returning to London. He helps Todd return to London and unexpectedly falls in love with Johanna.
Gender: Male
Age: 20–30
Vocal Range: Bb2–F4

Johanna

A spritely girl, full of innocence, constantly yearning for freedom. Todd’s long-lost daughter and Turpin’s ward.
Gender: Female
Age: 18–21
Vocal Range: Bb3–A5

Tobias Ragg

A poor youngster apprenticed to Pirelli. He finds a surrogate family in Todd and Lovett.
Gender: Male
Age: 12–18
Vocal Range: Bb2–Ab4

Judge Turpin

A lecherous public official who portrays himself as a sanctimonious authoritarian. He takes advantage of his position in the city and is responsible for imprisoning Todd.
Gender: Male
Age: 50–65
Vocal Range: E2–Gb4

The Beadle

A pompous public official deeply loyal to the corrupt Turpin.
Gender: Male
Age: 40–55
Vocal Range: D3–D5

Beggar Woman

A deranged and schizophrenic woman who harbors a dark, surprising secret.
Gender: Female
Age: 35–50
Vocal Range: Ab3–F5

Adolfo Pirelli

A flamboyant Italian rival barber; a charlatan with a secret past.
Gender: Male
Age: 30–45
Vocal Range: B2–C5

Jonas Fogg

The owner of Fogg’s Asylum. He sells the hair of madmen to wigmakers.
Gender: Male
Age: 35–60

Ensemble`

Townspeople, policemen, and lunatics. Various ages and vocal ranges.

Kernersville Little Theatre does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disability.

Take the Stage!

At KLT, we conduct open auditions and welcome anyone in the community to have the opportunity to “take the stage”. Auditions are generally held three to four months prior to the show’s production dates. Details of upcoming auditions will be communicated on our Facebook page, through email blasts and on our website.

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Kernersville Foundation
Kernersville Magazine
River Landing at Sandy Ridge
Town of Kernersville
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