The Sound of Music

Directed by Gina Whalen

Produced by Lisamarie Cappuzzo

Musical Direction by Stephanie Nelson

ABOUT THE SHOW: The classic story Rodgers and Hammerstien musical about a young governess who bring the music back into the Von Trapp Family home.  Featuring classic songs such as "My Favorite Things," "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," "Do Re Mi" and the title song "The Sound of Music."

Audition Dates: 

• Thursday, April 24th from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

• Sunday, April  27th, from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

• Callbacks by invitation only - April 28th or 30th

• Sign up for in person auditions here

• Virtual Submissions can be submitted here by Sunday, April  27th at 2:00 PM

Auditions will be held at the Millstone Township Performing Arts Center

5 Dawson Court, Millstone Twp., NJ  08535

What to Prepare:

• Please prepare 32 bars of a song in the style of the show.

• Please bring sheet music accompaniment in the correct key.  A pianist will be provided.  Acapella or pre-recorded music will not be allowed.

• Must be at least 5 years old

• Fill out the information form here

Rehearsal info:

Rehearsals will begin in May. There will be two-three rehearsals per week on weekday evenings and one rehearsal on the weekend.  Not everyone will be called to every rehearsal.  

Performances:

Friday, July 18th at 7:00 PM

Saturday, July 19th at 7:00 PM

Membership Fee: 

$20 (due by first rehearsal)

For any questions, email gina@stagecoachproductions.org.

ALL ROLES ARE NON-EQUITY, UNPAID.

Stagecoach Productions is committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. All roles are open to all races, genders, religions, sexual orientation, nationalities and abilities. 

Character Breakdown (age does not mean you have to be that age)

LEAD ADULT CHARACTERS:
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, 35-45)
 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, 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)
 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) 
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).
5-10 female chorus members (16-60+ years) – Salzburg citizens, new postulant, nuns, novices, postulants and contestants in the Festival Concert.