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-Mi,” “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 postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. As the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision.

• Monday, November 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Where: Artisan Center Theater - 444 E Pipeline Rd, Hurst, TX 76053

Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse

Directed by Tron Sutton
Music Directed by Kathryn O’Neal
Choreographed by Erica Harkins

November 13 & 14, 2023 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Callbacks (if needed): Wednesday November 15, 2023 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Please see the registration link for the conflict calendar. It is critical that you let Artisan Center Theater know all of your conflicts when you register to audition. Artisan Center Theater will be unable to accept conflicts after casting is done unless they are emergencies.

Rehearsals

March 8- March 30, 2024 Performances will be Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30pm, and Saturdays at 11:00am and 1:00pm. Additional performances may be scheduled during Spring Break based on cast availability.

ALBERT PETERSON is the president of the Almaelou Music Corporation and is Conrad Birdie’s agent. He is a nervous, excitable man who spends most of his time trying to control the uncontrollable, with quite comic results.

ROSIE ALVAREZ is Albert’s girlfriend and secretary at the Almaelou Music Corporation, who is frustrated with Albert’s inability to commit to her. She is willing to do anything it takes to get Albert to give up the music business and settle down. Headstrong and confident, she is often one step ahead of Albert.

MRS. MAE PETERSON is Albert’s controlling mother. She loves her son, despite her disapproval of the way he runs the family business and (especially) his affection for Rosie. She has never stopped parenting Albert, and her mounting frustration throughout the show as Albert begins to stand up to her provides recurring comic relief. This is a non-singing role.

CONRAD BIRDIE is a teen heartthrob who has been drafted into the army. This character was written with Elvis Presley in mind. He says little but conveys much with his body language, swagger and, of course, his music.

KIM MACAFEE is the self-confident young member of Conrad’s fan club who is chosen to receive a kiss from Conrad before he leaves for the Army. She sees herself as more mature than the average teenager.

HUGO PEABODY is Kim’s devoted steady boyfriend who is jealous that Conrad is receiving so much attention from Kim. This is a character-driven, non-singing role.

MR. HARRY MACAFEE is Kim’s father who thinks he’s in control of his family and his teenaged daughter (but isn’t).

MRS. DORIS MACAFEE is Kim’s loving mother who knows just how to handle her husband and her household.

URSULA MERKLE is Kim’s best friend and the hyper-enthusiastic teenager who leads the girls in screaming for Conrad.

RANDOLPH MACAFEE is Kim’s younger brother.
THE MAYOR is the head figure of Sweet Apple, Ohio, who welcomes Conrad Birdie to town. A bit naïve to the effect Conrad has on the girls of the town.

THE MAYOR'S WIFE, EDNA, is one of the adults in the show who cannot escape the power of Conrad Birdie’s spell.

GLORIA RASPUTIN is the dreamy, ambitious knockout whom Mrs. Peterson chooses to replace Rosie. She is looking for her big break in show business and hopes Albert can help her. A great tap dancer who will have fun with this featured dance solo and can create a gum-chomping, hair-twirling, larger-than-life character.

ROLES AVAILABLE:

Specific ages listed for certain characters will be treated as a guide only and not necessarily adhered to. Show may be double cast.

Maria Rainer – A postulant at Nonnberg Abbey. Free-spirited and kind. Age: 20-30, Vocal range: E3 to B5

Captain Georg Von Trapp – A retired naval captain and widower. Age: 40-55, Vocal range: F#2 to D5

Max Detweiler – A theatrical agent and friend of Captain Von Trapp. Age: 40+, Vocal range: D3 to F4

Baroness Elsa Schraeder – Has begun a flirtation with Captain Von Trapp. Age: 30-45, Vocal range: D4 to B#5

The Mother Abbess – The leader of all the nuns at the Abbey. Age: 40+, Vocal range: B3 to G#5

Liesl Von Trapp – The oldest Von Trapp child. She is naïve and smitten by Rolf. Age: 16, Vocal range: B3 to E5

Friedrich Von Trapp – The oldest son of the family. Age: 14, Vocal range: C4 to G5

Louisa Von Trapp – Clever, and full of mischief. Age: 13, Vocal range: C4 to G5

Kurt Von Trapp – The gentle son of the family who dances with Maria. Age: 10, Vocal range: C4 to G5

Brigitta Von Trapp – Is smart, perceptive and truthful. Age: 9, Vocal range: C4 to G5

Marta Von Trapp – The quietest Von Trapp. She is very gentle. Age: 7, Vocal range: C4 to G5

Gretl Von Trapp – The youngest of the Von Trapp children. Age: 5, Vocal range: C4 to G5

Sister Berthe – A nun who is the Mistress of Novices. Age: 30+, Vocal range: C4 to E5

Sister Margaretta – A nun who is the Mistress of Postulants. Age: 20+, Vocal range: B3 to E5

Sister Sophia – A nun who is very dutiful and kind. Age: 30+, Vocal range: B3 to E5

Frau Schmidt – The Von Trapp family housekeeper. Age: 40+, Voice: Spoken

Franz – A sort of protector to Captain Von Trapp in the Navy, is now retired into his position as valet. Age: 30+, Voice: Spoken

Additional Roles: Herr Zeller, Admiral Von Schreiber, Nuns Ensemble, Austrian and Nazi Ensemble

ABOUT THE THEATER:

Artisan Center Theater produces year round, full scale Broadway style musicals in their 195-seat theater-in-the-round. Artisan also stages additional plays on the 150-seat thrust stage located on Second Stage. Also on Second Stage, Artisan Children’s Theater produces children’s shows each year where children perform for children. As part of their mission to create opportunities to experience uplifting family-friendly theater, Artisan offers a complete program of theatrical education, dance and performing arts classes throughout the year. Opening in 2003 and now serving more than 100,000 patrons each year, Artisan Center Theater is located at 444 E Pipeline Rd. in Hurst, Texas. The theater is closed on Sunday. For more information on Artisan visit www.ArtisanCT.com

Artisan Center Theater
444 East Pipeline Road, Hurst, Texas 76053
817-284-1200 | ArtisanCT.com