Overview
High Note: F5
Low Note: A#3/Bb3
Analysis
The Artful Dodger is Fagin’s brightest protégé and the natural leader of the gang of pickpockets. Street-smart, resourceful, and endlessly confident, Dodger is full of energy and charm. He introduces Oliver to Fagin’s world with flair and swagger, serving as both a guide
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Editor Picks & Commentary
The Artful Dodger is a showman first and a thief second. His confidence is performative: he dazzles to survive. In an audition, bring a sense of swagger, rhythm, and charm—he enjoys being watched and knows how to work a crowd. Vocally, his songs demand crisp articulation, flexible phrasing, and playful musicality. “Consider Yourself” should feel like an invitation and a sales pitch rolled into one, not just a cheerful tune.
Avoid making Dodger too grown-up or too cartoonish. He is clever and
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