Casting

The Kings Theatre internally produces a number of productions a year including our big Easter musical and the legendary Pompey Panto.

Read on for more information on casting opportunities for adults and children.

Current Casting Opportunities

The Pompey Panto

We are very excited to be holding open Juvenile auditions for both the Kings Theatre and New Theatre Royal Pantos.

We’re on the lookout for characterful young performers to play the roles of “The Magnificent Seven” (Snow White, NTR) and Juvenile Ensemble (Aladdin, Kings Theatre and Snow White, NTR.

Children must be aged 9 by 6th September 2025 and no older than 15 on 4th January 2026.

Open Auditions:

  • Saturday 6th September

  • HEIGHT Under 4ft7 (Boys and Girls) to be considered for the Magnificent Seven – Registration at 8:45am

  • GIRLS over 4ft7 or just wishing to be in the Juvenile Ensemble – Registration at 10:15am

  • BOYS over 4ft7 or just wishing to be in the Juvenile Ensemble – Registration at 11:00am

Ensure you read the Full Audition Information here

Please note these are Open Auditions, which means there is no pre-registration, just arrive at the correct time on the day. Late Arrivals will not be seen due to the tight turnaround times. If recalled, you will be expected back in the afternoon.

If you require any further information, please contact head.chaperone@kingsportsmouth.co.uk

Full Performance Schedule: Aladdin | Panto 2025 – Kings Theatre Portsmouth and Snow White at the New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth