Audition Notice for Prince William Little Theatre’s summer production of
“The Sound of Music"
​with the Manassas Symphony Orchestra

Prince William Little Theatre is holding auditions for
“The Sound of Music” 
Music by RICHARD RODGERS 
Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II
Book by HOWARD LINDSAY and RUSSEL CROUSE
Suggested by "The Trapp Family Singers" by Maria Augusta Trapp

AUDITION DATES
  • Monday, April 4, 2022, 7:30PM – 9:30PM (adult roles only)
  • Tuesday, April 5, 2022, 7:30PM – 9:30PM(adult roles only)
  • Thursday, April 7, 2022, 6:30PM - 9:30PM(children roles only)
Given the large number of signups for children's roles, additional auditions for children's roles may be held on April 4th and/or 5th beginning at 630pm. 
Adult auditions on these days will begin promptly at 7:30pm. 

Please Use the link below to sign up for to secure your slot today!
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​(Note: Make sure you arrive early to allow for time for check-in)
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​NOTICE:  For the safety of our Cast and Crew, PWLT requires all members of the cast and crew to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  Proof of vaccinated status will be required upon entering the building for auditions.   Masks are also required at all times, except while performing in front of an audience.
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AUDITION LOCATION
  • Auditions will take place at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in the Balllard-Postma Studio, located first floor, behind the Gregory Family Theater - Please park in front packing lot and follow signs on the right of the building to enter through the new wing.
  • Hylton Performing Arts Center
    10960 George Mason Circle
    Manassas, VA 20110
​AUDITION INFORMATION
  • Each Auditionee will be required to fill out audition form and conflict information on the calendar provided below.
    • Due to the amount of singing, dancing and blocking in this show,  all conflicts must be identified at auditions.  Conflicts identified during tech week may result in an auditionee not being cast. 
    • Anyone missing more than two unexcused rehearsals will be considered for recasting.  Exceptions to this request will be for Emergencies only. 
  • Auditionees will be asked to prepare 16 to 20 bars of a song that is not from this production, but demonstrates voice ranges required for this production.
    • Auditionees will provide sheet music at time of audition (accompanist will be available)
    • The pianist may be looking at your music for the first time.  It is recommended to select sheet music that the accompanist can easily sight read to compliment you. 
    • Please come prepared with a second selection as this may be requested by the Director. 
  • Auditionees will be taught a dance number to demonstrate their ability to learn and move, so dress appropriately. 
  • Auditions may also consist of cold readings from the script.  Sides will be provided upon arrival.
  • If you cannot attend auditions, please contact us at info@pwlt.org to submit a video audition. Auditions must be received by April 3rd, 2022 at 7:00pm.
​SYNOPSIS
This production of the Broadway classic musical is a special collaboration of the Manassas Symphony Orchestra and Prince William Little Theatre.  Come and join us in Merchant Hall and listen to the delightful music of MSO and the singing, and dancing of PWLT actors as we bring to life the story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II.  This musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun.  She falls in love with the children and their widowed father, Captain von Trapp. He is ordered to accept a commission in the German navy, but he opposes the Nazis. He and Maria decide to flee from Austria with the children.   This family friendly production will conclude with a sing along that you won’t want to miss.  Come with the family and join us for this three day only special event.  ​
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PRODUCTION TEAM
Director: Susy Moorstein
Producer: Chrissy Mastrangelo
Stage Manager: Don Petersen
Music Director: Veronica Miller
Lighting Design:  Ken Crowley & Patti Crowley  
​Sound Design: 
Set Design & Build: Nick Mastrangelo
Costume Design:  Marian Patey
PERFORMANCE LOCATION AND DATES
Merchant Hall
Hylton Performing Arts Center
Manassas, VA
Performances:
  • July  15, 2022 at 7:00 pm
  • July 16, 2022 at 2:00 pm
  • ​July 17, 2022 at 2:00 pm
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
LEAD ADULT CHARACTERS:
  • Maria Rainer (soprano, 20-35) A postulant at Nonnberg Abbey – young, free spirited, warm, gentle and kind with much determination.
  • Captain Georg von Trapp (baritone,  35-50) 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 35+) 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 35-45) A baroness of taste and elegance, sophisticated, dignified and mature.
  • Mother Abbess (wide vocal range, 40+) Motherly, understanding, strong and authoritative, but kind.
FEATURED CHARACTERS:
  • Sister Berthe (alto) Mistress of Novices, prudish, straight laced with a quick tongue, she is less tolerant than other nuns.
  • Sister Margaretta (mezzo)  Mistress of Postulants, very kind, understanding and concerned.
  • Sister Sophia (soprano) 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, Teen) 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, Teen) 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 (Teen) Tough exterior, very much trying to be “the man” of the family.
  • Louisa von Trapp (Teen) Rebellious attitude.
  • Kurt von Trapp (Youth, falsetto) Gentle and mischievous.
  • Brigitta von Trapp (Youth) Smart, reads a lot.
  • Marta von Trapp (Youth) Very sweet and gentle.
  • Gretl von Trapp (Youth) Must have the cute factor.
CHORUS:
5-10 male chorus members  – Nazi soldiers, neighbors, Salzburg 
citizens and Georg’s friends (of naval background).
5-10 female chorus members  – Salzburg citizens, new postulant, nuns, novices, postulants and contestants in the Festival Concert.
Rehearsals will take place 3  times a week in Manassas, VA; generally on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Prince William Little Theatre is a volunteer organization.  All cast members are volunteer (unpaid) and no parts have been pre-cast.

Everyone is encouraged to audition.  PWLT is committed to diversity in casting, with the caveat that roles are cast so as to preserve the (impact/thrust/point/nature/fundamental) of the production as depicted by the author.
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MONETARY OBLIGATION
If cast in this production, you will be required to have a current PWLT membership ($15 annually for the 2022-2023 season).
​In addition, a production fee of $25 to be collected at the first read thru.
AUDITION FORMS
The audition form and Conflict Calendar are available for download if you wish to fill it out before the audition. 
PWLT Audition Form
File Size: 123 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File
The Sound of Music Conflict Calendar
File Size: 99 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

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