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Directed by Shawn Clerkin​

WHEN & WHERE

 

Audition Dates & Times:

*Those auditioning only need to come to one audition session

  • Monday, February 6, 2023

  • Tuesday, February 7, 2023

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    • VON TRAPP CHILDREN- arrive by 6:00pm

    • ADULTS - arrive by 7:00pm

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If you are unable to attend day of auditions but would like to audition, please email jkemp@theacademytheatre.org.

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Audition Location

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WHAT TO PREPARE

Music 

  • ADULTS

    • 40-60 seconds of a Broadway style song of your choice

      • Songs from The Sound of Music are permitted. ​

    • Must have accompaniment (either piano or karaoke track)

    • Pianist will be provided.

    • Speaker will be provided for phone/device.
       

  • ***CHILDREN​ (ALL children auditioning for Von Trapp Children)

    • You must prepare "Do Re Mi"​​

 

There is no need to prepare a monologue or dance routine. We will have sides to cold-read.

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CHARACTER LIST

 

LEAD ADULT CHARACTERS:

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  • Maria Rainer (musical theatre mix/soprano, dance, 20-35) A postulant at Nonnberg Abbey – young, free-spirited, warm, gentle, and kind with much determination.
     

  • Captain Georg von Trapp (baritone, moves well, 35-55) A retired Austrian naval captain. Polished, yet very military in the way he runs his life to repress his sadness over the death of his wife; underneath, he is warm, understanding, and determined.
     

  • Max Detweiller (tenor/baritone, moves well, 30+) Charming and vital; a man of sophistication who enjoys the good life; true and loyal friend to the von Trapp family.
     

  • Elsa Schrader (mezzo-soprano, moves well, 35-45) A baroness of taste and elegance, sophisticated, dignified, and mature.
     

  • Mother Abbess (legit soprano, wide vocal range, 40+, very strong actress) Motherly, understanding, strong and authoritative, but kind.
     

FEATURED CHARACTERS:
 

  • Sister Berthe (alto, moves well) Mistress of Novices, prudish, straight-laced with a quick tongue, she is less tolerant than other nuns.
     

  • Sister Margaretta (mezzo, moves well) Mistress of Postulants, very kind, understanding, and concerned.
     

  • Sister Sophia (soprano, moves well) Neither demanding nor critical, sticks with the rules.
     

  • Franz (non-singing, 30+) The von Trapp butler, rather formal but not without spirit, he is very German and loyal to the Fascist cause.
     

  • Frau Schmidt (non-singing, 30+) The housekeeper, is stoic, very little personality; she does her job efficiently but without affection. Strong and somewhat dominating.
     

  • Herr Zeller (non-singing, 40+) Stern and unsmiling, a typical Nazi official whose primary concern is to see that everyone toes the line.
     

  • Rolf Gruber (low tenor, dance, 17) Suitor to Liesl, telegram delivery boy, later Nazi soldier. A very pleasant young man, somewhat aggressive but in a gentle way.
     

LEAD CHILDREN’S ROLES:
 

  • Liesl von Trapp (mezzo, dance, 16-18) The oldest child, blossoming into a young lady with an interest in boys. She has a maternal edge to her and cares very deeply for her younger siblings.
     

  • Friedrich von Trapp (age 14-16) Tough exterior, very much trying to be “the man” of the family.
     

  • Louisa von Trapp (age 13) Rebellious attitude.
     

  • Kurt von Trapp (age 10, falsetto) Gentle and mischievous.
     

  • Brigitta von Trapp (age 9) Smart, reads a lot.
     

  • Marta von Trapp (age 7) Very sweet and gentle.
     

  • Gretl von Trapp (age 6) Must have the cute factor.
     

CHORUS:
 

  • 5-10 male chorus members (16-60+ years) – Nazi soldiers, neighbors, Salzburg citizens, and Georg’s friends (of naval background).
     

  • 10-20 female chorus members (16-60+ years) – Salzburg citizens, new postulants, nuns, novices, postulants, and contestants in the Festival Concert.
     

CREW & VOLUNTEERS

Not a fan of the spotlight, but still want to be involved? We need volunteers for everything from hair and make-up to crew and lights. Send an email to jkemp@theacademytheatre.org

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Performance Dates:

Friday, April 14, 2023 at 7:30pm

Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 7:30pm

Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 2:00pm

Friday, April 21, 2023 at 7:30pm

Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2:00pm

Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 7:30pm

Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 2:00pm

Friday, April 28, 2023 at 7:30pm

Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 7:30pm

Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 2:00pm

Friday, May 5, 2023 at 7:30pm

Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 7:30pm

Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 2:00pm

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