Seeking Young Performers for the Roles of Gavroche and Young Cosette in "Les Misérables"

Audition | Posted September 02, 2026

CALLING ALL YOUNG PERFORMERS

Great Lakes Theater seeks two young performers to join our professional company for Les Misérables, Victor Hugo's epic and deeply moving story of redemption, love, and revolution.

This is a unique opportunity for a curious, imaginative young performer to work in a professional, supportive rehearsal room.

AUDITION INFORMATION

Auditions will be held by appointment only on Friday, September 18, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Young performers should be prepared to sing up to 16 bars and will receive sides upon sign-up. Auditionees should also be prepared to play, move and explore the room. Auditions will be conducted by Victoria Bussert, Sara Bruner and Matthew Webb.

Rehearsals will begin on February 16th; with performance dates scheduled from March 12th through April 11th.

Auditions are by appointment only, and must be reserved by 5:00pm on Tuesday, September 15th. Appointment times will be confirmed via email within one week of reservation, no phone calls please. To sign up for your appointment, please use the form below. Youth performers auditioning should bring a headshot and resume.

Present for auditions will be Sara Bruner, Victoria Bussert and Matthew Webb.

ROLES:

Gavroche: A brave and energetic boy who joins the student revolutionaries. He loves adventure and isn't afraid to stand up for what he believes in.

• Young performer, ages 9–12
• Male-identifying
• Open to all races and backgrounds
• Brave, energetic and full of spirit
• Comfortable with text and movement
• No extensive experience required

Young Cosette: A kind girl who is treated poorly by the Thénardiers. She becomes close with Valjean, who takes her in and cares for her like a daughter.

• Young performer, ages 7–11, under 5 feet tall
• Female-identifying
• Open to all races and backgrounds
• Kind, sensitive and comfortable with text
• No extensive experience required

NOTE: Due to truancy laws in Ohio, please be certain to check with your school's administration office regarding new attendance policies. Great Lakes Theater is an equal opportunity employer. The mission of Great Lakes Theater is to share the pleasure, power and relevance of live theater through mainstage productions and educational programs of the highest quality.

Questions can be emailed directly to Tamara French, Company Manager, at companymanagement@greatlakestheater.org

 Rehearsal Begins: February 16, 2027