Puffs

Written by Matt Cox Directed by Ed Flores

For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world.

Puffs is not authorized, sanctioned, licensed or endorsed by a certain author of a certain book series, nor to the studio behind a certain motion picture franchise about a certain boy wizard. It is a parody.

Audition Dates:

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 6:00–8:30 PM

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:30 PM

Location:

Kendrick Recreation Center

5800 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Sign up for an audition slot:

The Ghostlight Players: Puffs -Audition sign up 

What to Prepare:

Prepare a 1–2 minute comedic monologue that lets your personality and sense of humor shine! It can even be from Puffs if you'd like. 

We will accept video audition submissions for those who are unable to attend.

Your audition video and a completed audition form must be submitted by 12:00 PM on September 26.

Send submissions to Director Ed Flores at eflores@theghostlightplayers.org.

Please use "Puffs audition" as the subject line. 

Rehearsals Begins: October 15, 2026

Thursdays: 6:00–8:30 PM and Saturdays: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM at Kendrick Recreation Center

Tech Week: TBA

Performances:

Friday, January 22nd at 7:00 PM and Saturday, January 23rd at 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM

If you have conflicts during tech week or performance dates, please refrain from auditioning.

All cast members will assist with set load-in and load-out during tech week.

ALL ROLES ARE OPEN

Only performers 18 years and older will be considered.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

• Wayne Hopkins: The awkwardly earnest, nerdy, and endearing hero of the story who dreams of greatness.

• Oliver Rivers: A math-obsessed outsider from New Jersey who is practical, logical, and Wayne's loyal best friend.

• Megan Jones: The rebellious "goth" character with a tough exterior and a famous dark family background who learns to love the Puffs.

• Narrator: The omniscient, fast-talking guide who drives the story and breaks the fourth wall. 

• Cedric: The golden-boy leader of the Puffs—charming, popular, and sincere.

• Ernie Mac: The self-appointed "coolest" and loudest Puff full of endless bravado.

• Leanne: A quirky, spacey, and surprisingly heroic outsider.

• Sally Perks: Perpetually overlooked, sweet, and a core part of the group's heart.

• Susie Bones: Constantly anxious and anticipating doom because her entire family met unfortunate ends.

• J. Finch Fletchley: A friendly, excitable Puff who often refers to himself in the third person.

• Hannah: Sweet, quiet, and endlessly loyal. 

• Mr. Voldy: A theatrical, campy, and dangerous dark wizard.

• Xavia Jones: Megan’s chaotic, unhinged, and dramatic mother.

• A Certain Potions Teacher: A dry, severe character channeling a familiar gloomy wizard.

• Professor Turban: A nervous, stammering teacher hiding a dark secret on the back of his head.

• Real Mr. Moody, Blondo Malfoy, Clumsy Longbottom, Hermeoone (#1–3), and various ghosts and magic-school staff. 

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