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Auditions for Musical "The Sound Of Music"

Beatrice, NE, United States
ID: 282069Exp: 4/7/2025
Description:

"The Sound Of Music" show is now looking for actors. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: ABOUT THE SHOW: In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy back to the family of the imperious Captain von Trapp, only to face danger as the Nazis gain power. This inspirational story includes the cherished songs “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi” and countless others. Additional info: Production dates: June 5-8 & 12-15, 2025. What to do: Those auditioning will be asked to read a cutting from the script and prepare a 16- to 24-bar cut of a musical theatre selection of your choosing. Please bring sheet music as an accompanist will be provided. Callbacks April 9, beginning at 7pm. If interested, please apply.

21 roles

Maria RainerFemale20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

(Soprano) A postulant at Nonnberg Abbey. She is young, free-spirited, warm, gentle, and full of determination.

Captain Georg von TrappMale35-45 y.o.All ethnicities

(Baritone) A retired Austrian naval captain. Polished and structured in the way he runs his life, but underneath he is warm and understanding.

The Mother AbbessFemale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Soprano) Motherly, understanding, strong and authoritative.

Max DetweilerMale30-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Tenor/baritone) A charming man of sophistication who enjoys the good life; a true a loyal friend to the von Trapp family.

Elsa SchraederFemale35-50 y.o.All ethnicities

(Mezzo) A baroness of taste and elegance, she is sophisticated and mature.

Rolf GruberMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Low tenor) Suitor to Liesl, a telegram delivery boy who later becomes a Nazi soldier.

Sister MargarettaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Mezzo) Mistress of Postulants, very kind and understanding.

Sister BertheFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Alto) Mistress of Novices, prudish and strait-laced with a quick tongue; she is less tolerant than the other nuns.

Sister SophiaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Soprano) Neither demanding nor critical, she is content to stick to the rules.

Frau SchmidtFemale30-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Non-singing) The stoic housekeeper, she does her job with efficiency but without affection.

FranzMale30-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Non-singing) The von Trapp butler, rather formal but not without spirit. He is loyal to the fascist cause.

Herr ZellerMale40-56 y.o.All ethnicities

(Non-singing) Stern and unsmiling, he is a typical Nazi official whose primary concern is to see that everyone toes the line.

UrsulaFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A von Trapp family maid.

Baron ElberfeldMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A neighbor of Captain von Trapp.

Admiral von SchreiberMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A member of the Nazi navy who attempts to bring Captain von Trapp to Berlin.

Neighbors of the von TrappsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble Roles (singing and non-singing)

NunsFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble Roles (singing and non-singing)

NovicesMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble Roles (singing and non-singing)

PostulantsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble Roles (singing and non-singing)

SoldiersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble Roles (singing and non-singing)

Festival Concert ContestantsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble Roles (singing and non-singing)