Singing Opportunities in "Lend Me A Soprano" Production
Talent needed for theatre show "Lend Me A Soprano". See the details below. About the project: Synopsis: It's 1934, and the clever and combustible Lucille Wiley, Manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is ready to welcome world-class soprano Elena Firenzi for her one-night-only starring role in Carmen. Alas, Elena arrives late, her impassioned husband Pasquale has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Mrs. Wiley’s mousy but determined assistant Jo can save the day. Additional info: Please bring a headshot and resume, if you have them. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Performance Dates: October 3-5 and October 9-11, 2025 Rehearsals will be three weeknight evenings from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. The exact schedule will be discussed at auditions. Prepare to be captivated as the traditional roles are delightfully reversed in this uproarious screwball comedy, inspired by Ludwig’s Tony Award-winning masterpiece Lend Me A Tenor. In a vibrant twist that showcases the formidable talents of women, this production promises to whisk you away into a whirlwind of hilarity and heartwarming moments, leaving you teary-eyed with laughter and joy. *Elena and Jo must sing in an operatic style. To be considered, please apply.
8 roles
The high-strung general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company
A mousy assistant with hidden operatic talent
Mrs. Wylie’s passionate son
(talian Accent): A glamorous, temperamental opera diva
(Italian Accent): Elena’s fiery Italian husband
(Dutch Accent): A Dutch tenor with an eye for the ladies
Mrs. Wylie’s dramatic friend and chair of the Opera Guild
A spirited hotel employee who loves opera