Singing Audition for "The Sound of Music" Show

Orphaned as a child, Maria is a spirited postulant at Nonnberg Abbey. She is warm and compassionate—a lover of music who doesn't think twice about speaking her mind. Nearing the end of her novitiate, she is sent to serve as governess to the seven children of Captain von Trapp. Hoping to find her true calling in this new role, Maria faces a crisis when, unexpectedly, she falls in love with the Captain. Vocals: musical theater mix / soprano. Plays guitar (AEA Eligible role)

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 sends Maria to the von Trapp house, sensing that she would be a good fit in the role of governess. Vocals: legit soprano.

Mistress of the Novices, she is a follower of strict tradition and not a fan of nonsense. Vocals: alto/mezzo

Mistress of the Postulants, she is empathetic who sees something good in Maria. Vocals: mezzo soprano

Another sister who isn't sure what to do with Maria. Vocals: soprano

A distinguished, retired Naval Lieutenant Commander whose stern, regimented disposition represses a deep sadness from the loss of his wife. Often away on business or spending time with Baroness Schraeder abroad, the Captain remains uncompromisingly loyal to his Austrian homeland as threats of Anschluss grow more serious. Vocals: baritone. Plays guitar. (AEA Eligible role)

The butler, who 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. Vocals: any, no solo singing.

The housekeeper. Efficient and professional, she may appear stern, but she cares deeply for the Captain and wishes only for the family's happiness. Vocals: any, no solo singing.

Maid of the von Trapps. Vocals: any, no solo singing.

A cosmopolitan woman, she has her eyes set firmly on the Captain. She is a businesswoman, president of her late husband's corporation, who feels the way to deal with the oncoming political situation is not to fight it and let it pass. When she and the Captain realize they don't see the future the same way, she knows the relationship is over. Vocals: mezzo soprano.

A charming impresario and friend of the Captain's. In his job as Third Secretary of Education and Culture, Max is looking for performers for the music festival. When he hears the family singing together he knows they would be perfect. The Captain protests but with the Anschluss approaching, he has no choice. Max realizes he can't fight the new regime and goes along with whatever is asked. Vocals: tenor

Neighbor and friend of Captain von Trapp. He is of the oldest family in the valley. Vocals: any, no solo singing

Wife of Baron Elberfeld. Vocals: any, no solo singing.

Appointed Nazi official who is to prepare Austria for the Anschluss. Vocals: any, no solo singing.

A German admiral who is now working with the Nazi party to recruit Baron von Trapp. Vocals: any, no solo singing

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