Performers Needed for "The Sound of Music" Show

A spirited postulant at Nonnberg Abbey, she is warm and compassionate, but not afraid to speak her mind. She is free-spirited, intelligent and determined, but willing to show her vulnerability. Originally called to a life of service, she finds a new calling as the wife of Captain Von Trapp and as the mother of his children. VOCAL RANGE: Soprano, Ab3 – B5

A distinguished, retired Naval Lieutenant Commander whose stern, regimented disposition represses a deep sadness from the loss of his wife. The Captain remains uncompromisingly loyal to his Austrian homeland as threats of Anschluss grow more serious. When Maria restores music to his household, the Captain reconnects with his children and falls unexpectedly in love with the governess. VOCAL RANGE: Bass Baritone, Gb2 - D4

The leader and superior of Nonnberg Abbey, Mother Abbess sees the novices through the process of becoming a nun, guiding and inspiring them as they weigh their decision. Firm and authoritative, but also warm and compassionate, Mother Abbess exudes maternal intelligence, and serves as Maria’s guide and comfort. VOCAL RANGE: Soprano, B3 - Ab5

To play 16. Liesl is at that awkward age between childhood and adulthood and assumes a maternal role with her younger siblings. She is, however, still naïve and in need of her own guidance. She is secretly seeing Rolf, a young delivery boy who is on the verge of being swept up in the approaching Anschluss. VOCAL RANGE: Soprano, B3 - Ab5

To play 17. Rolf is a delivery boy who is romantically intrigued by. Liesl. Charming, earnest and charismatic, Rolf finds himself caught between his affection for. Liesl and a need to prove his manhood by showing his allegiance to the Anschluss. VOCAL RANGE: Baritone, C3 - E4

A charming impresario and friend of the Captain’s. Shrewd and savvy, Max is a chameleon who is able to bend circumstances to his own benefit. He uses his considerable charm to ingratiate himself into his surroundings, with little regard for what is the right thing to do. VOCAL RANGE: Tenor, D3 - F4

A beautiful, cosmopolitan woman, she has her eyes set firmly on the Captain. Intelligent and world-wise, she can present as cold and calculating, but there is a sense of warmth and humanity below the chilly surface. VOCAL RANGE: Mezzo Soprano, D4 - F5

Mistress of Novices: A follower of strict tradition and not a fan of nonsense. Ensemble. Doubles as FRAU SCHMIDT - The housekeeper. Efficient and professional, she may appear stern, but she cares deeply for the Captain and wishes only for the family’s happiness. VOCAL RANGE: Mezzo Soprano, C4 - E5 (optional B3).

An empathetic nun who sees something good in Maria. Doubles as BARONESS ELBERFELD - Baron Elberfeld’s wife. VOCAL RANGE: Mezzo Soprano, C4 - E5 (optional B3).

Another sister who isn’t sure what to do with Maria. VOCAL RANGE: Mezzo Soprano, B3 - E5

The butler. He was once the Captain’s orderly in the Imperial Navy. Franz is nervous about the rising political tension in Austria but knows he won’t be able to fight it. Non-singing.

Appointed Nazi official who is to prepare Austria for the Anschluss. Non-singing.

A Nazi official. Non-singing.

A German admiral who is now working with the Nazi party to recruit Baron von Trapp. Non-singing.

Neighbor and friend of Captain von Trapp. He is of the oldest family in the valley. Non-singing.