Performers for "The Sound of Music" the Musical
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "The Sound of Music," the musical, looking for male and female performers. See more details below. About the project: "The Sound of Music," the final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein. Featuring beloved songs such as “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” and “The Sound of Music,” this timeless musical tells the inspirational story of Maria, a spirited young woman who becomes governess to the seven children of Captain von Trapp. Set against the backdrop of Austria on the eve of World War II, the story explores family, courage, and moral conviction as the von Trapp family faces the rise of Nazism. Additional info: Location: Abilene, TX Performance Dates: June 26–28 & July 2–3 If interested, submit your application.
20 role s
A free-spirited postulant at Nonnberg Abbey who is sent to be the governess for Captain von Trapp’s seven children. She is warm and compassionate – a lover of music who doesn't think twice about speaking her mind. Dance ability will be considered. Range: Soprano, B5-C4
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. Dance ability will be considered. Range: Baritone, D5 to F#2/Gb2
A beautiful, 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. Dance ability will be considered. Range: Mezzo, F5 to D4
A charming impresario and friend of the Captain’s. He is sophisticated and enjoys the good life. Max realizes he can’t fight the new regime and agrees to go along with whatever is asked.Dance ability will be considered. Range: Tenor/Baritone, F4 to D3
The leader and superior of Nonnberg Abbey. Firm and authoritative, but also kind and compassionate. Range: Soprano, G#5/Ab5 to B3
A follower of strict tradition and not a fan of nonsense. Range: E5 to C4
An empathetic nun who sees something good in Maria. Range: E5 to B3
Another sister who isn't sure what to do with Maria. Range: E5 to B3
The valet/butler for the von Trapp household. Serious and somber. Secretly associated with the Nazi party.
The von Trapp family’s housekeeper. Strong, seasoned, and reliable.
A member of the Nazi regime, sent to prepare for the Anschluss. Pompous, self-important, and arrogant.
A high-ranking official in the Austrian Navy who has agreed to be part of the Nazi regime and escort Captain von Trapp to his new orders in Berlin.
Captain von Trapp’s neighbor, who opposes the Nazi takeover.
Wife to Baron Elberfeld.
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