Marmalade Tea (Original Indie Animation Project)

Marmalade Tea (Original Indie Animation Project)

Project Overview

Marmalade Tea is a non-commercial fantasy animation project set in a world where humans can become permanently bound to Spirits, becoming known as Auras.

The story follows Urilii, a young Water Aura whose life is turned upside down after a mysterious accident causes her to wake up in the body of her friend Haana. While trying to understand what happened and find her way back, strange incidents involving corrupted Spirits begin to spread around the remote village of Neverdale — hinting at something much larger hidden beneath its peaceful surface.

The story combines mystery, fantasy, humor and character-driven drama, with a strong focus on its magical world, relationships and the secrets surrounding Spirits and Auras.


Content Warning: Marmalade Tea contains dark and horror-themed scenes, including disturbing imagery, body horror, violence and frightening situations.

Please keep this in mind before auditioning. There is no sexual NSFW content.


Marmalade Tea is an unpaid, non-commercial passion project. While I can't promise payment, I would love to give something back to the VAs at the end of the project and am looking into ways to make that possible as a thank-you for all the work and time put into it.

This is only the first round of auditions, so don't worry if there isn't a fitting character for you yet! A second round is planned with more roles, including male and older characters. I just need a little more time to get those characters ready for casting.


Audition Notes:


Some characters will sing throughout the story. Singing ability is preferred for these roles, but not required — if necessary, a separate singing voice can be arranged. So please feel free to audition even if you don't sing!


Please use a clear recording with as little background noise as possible. Feel free to give the lines more than one take if you'd like to show different interpretations. You don't need to perfectly match the voice description — I'm happy to be surprised!


Thank you very much!

Latest Updates

  • Update on the deadline

    Small update regarding auditions!

    I've received far more auditions than I expected (thank you so much!!!), so I've decided to close auditions a little earlier than originally planned.

    Since I know some of you may already be preparing or recording an audition, I don't want to close them without warning. Auditions will remain open until 09/13/26, so if you've been planning to submit one, you still have a little time!

    Thank you so much for the incredible response to Marmalade Tea. I genuinely wasn't expecting this many submissions. <3

    I'll also be reaching out to some of you regarding other main or minor roles that I think you might be a great fit for. Another round of auditions for male characters will be posted soon!

    Thank you so much again.

Project Roles: Haana Urilii Amalia Isalyn Myelle Astra Ollin Ylva Tamina Elida
Haana
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Haana
open
Unpaid

A confident, witty young Rubra with a playful, sarcastic streak. She is outspoken and teasing, but warm and genuinely caring underneath. The role requires both lively comedic delivery and more intense, emotional scenes as the story progresses.
The role also requires portraying Urilii while she is trapped in Haana’s body, meaning the VA will effectively perform two distinct personalities through the same voice.
I imagine her voice somewhere in the medium-to-high range, with a bold, cheeky quality.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • female teen
  • (Teasing) Missed me that much? ...I knew it.

  • If I die, tell her I loved her. (overly dramatic)

  • (URILII IN HAANA, Urilii got a very dry humour) (exhausted, deadpan) I'm fine. Apparently this body just has very strong opinions about everything I do.

Urilii
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Urilii
open
Unpaid

A curious, somewhat naive young Maris with a dry sense of humor and a caring nature. Usually calm and observant, she is suddenly thrown into an identity crisis after waking up in Haana’s body. Her role ranges from subtle comedy and awkwardness to fear, vulnerability and emotionally intense scenes.

I imagine her voice to be mid-range, clear and gentle.
The name is pronounced Yu-ree-lee.

Voice description:
  • female teen
  • (deadpan) Yeah, I was desperate. Get in before someone else catches my eye.

  • (confused, almost mesmerized) Huh...? There's two of you.

  • (gently concerned) Ollin, how are you feeling? You sure you don't want to rest today?

Amalia
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Amalia
open
Unpaid

Neverdale’s composed and highly respected Lumina. Warm and protective, but firm when responsibility demands it, she naturally takes charge in dangerous situations. Her performance should feel mature and reassuring without losing authority, with moments of exhaustion, concern and emotional intensity beneath her usually controlled demeanor.

Singing ability is preferred for this role, but not required — if necessary, a separate singing voice can be arranged. So please feel free to audition even if you don't sing!


Amalia performs ceremonial songs and chants throughout the story - if you need an example, take a look at the female chanting part of "In Maidjan by Heilung" or at Jonna Jinton on Youtube.

Voice description:
  • female adult
  • (firm, focused) Myelle, take her inside and look after her immediately. She should be alright. Isalyn and Astra are here now. I'll take care of the rest.

  • (after examining the remains) Call for a Rubra. Better make it Ravna. I want these burned before nightfall.

  • (softly) Look at me. You're safe here. Whatever happened, we'll figure it out. But I need you to trust me.

Isalyn
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Isalyn
open
Unpaid

A sharp-witted and strong-minded young Lumina with a teasing, sometimes biting sense of humor. Isalyn is confident, observant and fiercely protective of those close to her, but can become impulsive when pushed too far. Despite her young age, she already carries significant responsibility within Neverdale.

Singing ability is preferred for this role, but not required — if necessary, a separate singing voice can be arranged. So please feel free to audition even if you don't sing!

Isalyn takes part in Lumina chants and ceremonial songs.
I imagined her voice as rather high, however I'm open to surprises.

Name is pronounced Ee-sah-leen.

Voice description:
  • female teen
  • (dryly) Quite fine, actually. Why do you care so much? Want to lend a hand?

  • (coldly) Quite brave for someone whose title does most of the impressing.

  • (quietly) Sometimes I look at you and get the strangest feeling... like I'm looking at someone I know, standing where they shouldn't be.

Myelle
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Myelle
open
Unpaid

A spirited and outspoken young Lumina with a strong personality and plenty of attitude. Myelle is quick to react, emotionally expressive and not afraid to speak her mind, but remains deeply caring and dependable when things get serious.


Singing ability is preferred for this role, but not required — if necessary, a separate singing voice can be arranged. So please feel free to audition even if you don't sing! Myelle takes part in Lumina chants and ceremonies.

Voice description:
  • female young adult
  • (focused) Amalia, it's spreading. Whatever we're going to do, we need to do it now.

  • (angry) Don't tell me to calm down. You knew something was wrong and you said nothing!

  • (trying to sound more confident than she feels) I know why you're sending me to Selmar. And I'll go. I just have a really bad feeling about leaving Neverdale right now.

Astra
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Astra
open
Unpaid

A gentle and compassionate Lumina with a soft, reassuring presence. Astra is patient, thoughtful and rarely raises her voice, often remaining calm when others become emotional. Her kindness should never come across as weakness — when things turn dangerous, she can be remarkably steady and brave.


Singing ability is preferred for this role, but not required — if necessary, a separate singing voice can be arranged. So please feel free to audition even if you don't sing!

Astra takes part in Lumina chants and ceremonial songs.

Voice description:
  • female young adult
  • (softly) Easy. Don't try to get up yet. You don't have to be brave for me.

  • (softly) You're scared of it because you don't understand it yet. That's alright. We're not asking you to understand it today. Just learn how to let it go.

  • (staring at the Spirit) Nobody speaks like that anymore. Nobody alive, anyway.

Ollin
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Ollin
open
Unpaid

A gentle and sensitive young Tavra with a deep connection to animals. Ollin is kind-hearted, empathetic and somewhat prone to worrying, often sensing when something is wrong before anyone else does. Her bond with animals can become overwhelming, however, causing her to experience their fear and pain almost as if it were her own.
The role requires a strong emotional range, including distressed and intense scenes (for example painful screaming).

Some singing/vocal calling ability is preferred, as Ollin uses traditional herding calls inspired by Scandinavian kulning. If you need inspiration, please take a look at Jonna Jintons Kulning on Youtube.

Voice description:
  • female teen
  • (softly, to the cattle) Easy... It's alright. Come on. Let's get you home.

  • (uneasy) I don't know. They've been restless all morning. And I can feel something too. ...I don't think we should stay out here much longer.

  • (quietly, after Sidra incident) I don't want to rest. I need something to do. Anything. Every time it gets quiet... I can feel them again. I can feel...IT again.

Ylva
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Ylva
open
Unpaid

Ollin’s more practical and outspoken little sister. Ylva is energetic, direct and sometimes impatient, especially when Ollin worries about things she cannot explain. She can be teasing and stubborn, but cares deeply about her family and their animals. When things turn serious, her confidence quickly gives way to genuine fear and concern.

Voice description:
  • female child
  • (teasing but also slightly annoyed) You'll see. Everything's fine. You've been worrying over nothing.

  • (suddenly frightened) Ollin, don't touch them! I'll get Mum and Dad. Just—stay here. Don't do anything stupid!

  • (quietly, holding the calf) Amalia... they're going to be alright, aren't they? You can fix this... right?

Tamina
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Tamina
open
Unpaid

A friendly and cheerful young Mystra living in Neverdale. Tamina has a bright, lively personality and an easy warmth that makes her pleasant to be around. She tends to approach life with optimism and curiosity, bringing a little lightness even to tense situations.

Voice description:
  • female teen
  • (cheerfully) Oh, come on. It's not that bad! Give it an hour and you'll probably be laughing about it.

  • (looking up, amused) The wind's been changing its mind all morning. I think it's having a worse day than you are.

  • (quietly, wondering) The wind usually carries everything. So why can't I hear anything from over there?

Elida
Voice Actor Voice Actor
Elida
open
Unpaid

A proud and highly self-assured young Maris with an arrogant streak. Elida carries herself as though she is usually the most capable person in the room — and fully expects others to recognize it. She can be competitive, smug and somewhat condescending, but her confidence is not entirely undeserved. Her delivery should feel effortlessly superior rather than openly hostile.
Fun fact, she is widely regarded as the most beautiful Maris in Eldmar.

Voice description:
  • female teen
  • (sweetly) You're welcome to try, Urilii. I wouldn't want you thinking I scared you off.

  • (smugly) Oh, don't worry. I wasn't expecting you to keep up.

  • (looking them over) Let me guess. Your Spirit was a toad?

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