Nativity! - Audition Information
Welcome to the audition information page for CAOS Musical Production's upcoming show – Nativity! The Musical! Whether you're a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we’re thrilled you’re considering being part of this festive, feel-good production. Below you'll find everything you need to know about the audition process, key dates, roles available, and how to get involved. Let’s make some Christmas magic together!
Show Dates: 17th - 20th December 2025, 5 Shows including Saturday Matinee
NATIVITY SIGN UP
Mandatory: If you plan to attend the launch night or audition for Nativity! The Musical, you’ll need to sign up in advance.
We’ll be sending out emails with additional show details, important reminders, and further audition information.
Audition Requirements:
Audition requirements and full role breakdowns will be available after our launch night on Friday 4th July, and will be published here on Saturday 5th July.
Minimum age for audition is 6 Years Old.
We are looking for playing ages of 6-8 years for the pre school students and 8 - 11 years for the primary school students.
We are keen to accept applicants that can play within these ages, but no older than 13 years.
Please check back after the launch for all the details you’ll need to prepare for auditions.
Important Audition & Rehearsal Dates
Launch Night: Find out more information about the show, take part in choreography and singing workshops, and meet the creative team. Please wear clothes suitable for dancing. The launch night will be held on 4th July from 18:00-19:30 at Newell Centre, Tozer Way, Chichester PO19 7LG.
Audition Form Deadline: All auditionees must complete the audition form by 22:00 on 17 July 2025.
Auditions: Auditions will take place between 10:00 - 16:00 on the 20th July 2025 at Newell Centre, Tozer Way, Chichester PO19 7LG. The audition schedule will be published on 18th July 2025 on this page.
Anyone who would like to audition but is unable to attend on the 20th July should submit a video audition by 19:00 on 19th July, please attach to the audition form below or WeTransfer/Onedrive/GDrive/Dropbox and send a link to hello@caosmusicalproductions.co.uk
Rehearsal Days & Timings:
We rehearse on Tuesday's & Friday's 19:00-22:00
Tuesday: Bassil Shipman Centre
Fridays: Newell Centre
Both venues share the same car park at Tozer Way, Chichester PO19 7LG
Under 18s will usually rehearse between 19:00-21:00*
A full schedule will be released after auditions which will include all call times, locations and dates.
*Occasional venue changes may occur. Sunday rehearsals may be added nearer show week.
Information for Parents/Guardians
A parent/guardian will be required to chaperone and supervise their child at the launch event for the full duration.
During the audition day, chaperones will be onsite throughout and parents/guardians are not required to stay for the duration, they are welcome to remain in the waiting room. Parents/guardians will not be permitted into the audition space.
For this production of NATIVITY! CAOS Musical Productions have applied for a BOPA (Body of Persons Approval).
A Body of Persons Approval (BOPA) is a licence issued by a local authority in the UK that allows an organisation (such as a theatre company, production house, or school) to involve children in performances without needing to apply for individual child performance licences for each child — provided certain conditions are met.
To help ensure all children are well supervised and cared for during rehearsals and performances, we will be organising a parent rota and also appointing licensed chaperones.
If you are interested in: being part of the parent rota (e.g. helping supervise sessions on a rotating basis) or becoming a licensed chaperone for performances (training and support can be provided) please let us know as soon as possible.
Your support is hugely appreciated and helps us keep everything running safely and smoothly for the children.
Our privacy policy for your child's personal data can be found here.
Creative Team
James Etheridge
Director
Emily Horner
Musical Director
Bee Anderson
Choreographer
Joining CAOS
Please find the link to CAOS' New Member Welcome Pack below. This document provides essential information on membership fees, show fees, conduct expectations, and general policies. All auditioning members are required to review these policies and confirm their agreement by selecting the designated checkbox in the audition form.
The fee for a new under 18 member is £50 which covers your 2025 CAOS Membership and the show fee for Nativity! The Musical is £20. £70 in total.
Audition Forms
Audition forms will be live after the launch event on the 4th July