Young Talent Wanted for "The Sound of Music" Musical
Casting ages 5 and up for "The Sound of Music" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Now celebrating its 60th anniversary, the final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Me,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, The Sound of Music won the hearts of audiences worldwide, earning five Tony Awards and five Oscars. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulant who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision. Additional info: Please prepare a song of no more than one minute. You may sing from the show. Bring your music in individual sheets, taped side-by-side, in the correct key, with an accompaniment line, not just the vocal line. An accompanist will be provided. CALLBACKS: Sunday, August 10 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm; by invitation only. IMPORTANT DATES: General Rehearsal Schedule: Sun 1-4 pm, M-Th 6-9 pm, some Saturdays. Full Company Rehearsals Begin: Sunday, October 5. Sitzprobe: Sunday, November 16, 1-4 pm at Sandia Prep Tech Week at Rodey Theater: Sunday through Thursday, November 16-20, 5:00-10:00 pm Performances: November 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 (two weekends) Show Times: Friday/Saturday at 7:00 pm, Sunday at 2:00 pm Pick Up Rehearsal: TBD Bootcamps: Select Saturdays in Oct. and Nov. – exact dates TBD Performances: November 21-30, 2025 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 2 pm If interested, please apply.
15 roles
Vocal Range: Baritone, Eb4-D3 Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well Rolf is the telegram delivery boy-friend of Liesl. He comes off as very pleasant and self-boasting. Rolf can be somewhat aggressive in a gentle way. We find out that his role model is Hitler and his ambition is the Nazi regime. He seems to know an enormous amount about what is going on, and he relishes in his spying tactics.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano G5-C4, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well The eldest, a blossoming young lady with a crush on Rolf. She is innocent, naïve, coy, flirtatious, and headstrong. She is maternal and cares very deeply for her siblings.
Vocal Range: Cambiata/Tenor G5-C4, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well A serious and dutiful young man, trying to be “the man” of the family. He is proud to be a boy. He desperately needs his Father.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano G5-C3, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well A rebellious and clever girl. She is the master of pranks and enjoys pulling them on others. She is quite a tomboy and misses her Mother a great deal.
Vocal Range: Unchanged/Treble G5-C4, Vocal Technique: Yodeling Legit, Dance: Moves Well Gentle and mischievous. Kurt wants to be 11 and introduces himself as “11-almost”. He often tries to act manly and is outspoken against the previous governess.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano G5-C4, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well Smart and observant. Brigitta is smart as a whip and always tells the truth, whether you like it or not. She is an avid reader and suspicious of Uncle Max.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano G5-C4, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well Sweet and gentle. Marta is one of the quietest children. She loves the color pink and is very inquisitive.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano G5-C4, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well The youngest von Trapp, with a cute and endearing personality that wants attention. She is very quiet at first.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano, E5-B3 Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Moves Well A smart, well-dressed young girl who has a walk-on moment only. No dialogue. Can double as one of the Nuns in the Nun ensemble.
Vocal Range: Mezzo Soprano, Vocal Technique: Legit, Dance: Energetic, Moves Well Female performers to play Nuns, Postulants & Novices who live in the Nonnberg Abby. Some may double as other roles.
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