Nuncrackers,

the Nunsense Christmas Musical

– Equity Principal Auditions in Souderton, PA

The following 6 parts will be considered for 3 principle AEA contracts:

Sister Mary Regina — (Reverend Mother) is the Mother Superior of the Little Sisters of Hoboken. She tries to be strict and keep order, but things often get out of her control. She grew up in a circus family, and her “showbiz” background and sense of humor always shine through her attempt at creating a tough exterior.

Sister Mary Hubert – is the Mistress of Novices. She is second in command to Mother Superior. She wanted to be a nun all her life and at times finds it difficult to deal with problems she firmly believes are created by Mother Superior’s ineptness. She is very practical. She and Mother Superior have a healthy and humorous rivalry.

Sister Robert Anne — also voice of the puppet nun, Sister Mary Annette – is a
streetwise nun from Brooklyn, New York. She is one tough cookie but has a heart and soul of gold. The students love her because she “speaks their language.” She feels she has real theatrical potential and is constantly frustrated by Reverend Mother’s refusal to let her “star” in the show

Sister Mary Paul — (also known as Amnesia) was hit on the head with a crucifix and for a long period didn’t remember who she was. Now, everyone knows she is Sister Mary Paul, a country singer who jump-started her recording career as the first nun to appear at the Grand Ole Opry. Even though she has her memory back, she always seems to be a “little vacant” but innocently endearing.

Sister Mary Leo — (optional role), a novice in the first three shows, now has her black veil. She is very excited to be in the Christmas show because Reverend Mother has allowed her to dance in the Nutcracker Ballet. Sister Leo has dedicated her life to becoming the first famous nun ballerina.

Father Virgil Manly Trott - is Sister Mary Leo’s “real-life” brother. He is a Franciscan Father of Fort Wayne and grew up in the Mississippi Delta where he and his sister were part of the Trott Family Singers. He now has his own radio show, and the sisters invited him to participate in the Christmas program because they knew he could give them pointers on presenting a good show.

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Non-Equity Children

Mount Saint Helen’s Students are cast with two boys and two girls ranging in age from approximately 8-14 depending on talent and ability to handle the material.

Crimes of the Heart

– Equity Principal Auditions in Souderton, PA

Montgomery Theater      Souderton, PA       SPT contract (Tier 4) $392 week/minimum

By Beth Henley

Director: Kristin Heckler

Rehearsal schedule: January 7 thru January 29, 2020. Runs: January 30 thru February 23, 2020

Rehearsals: Tuesdays thru Fridays 11am to 5pm, Sundays 4pm to 10pm

Performances: Thursdays and Fridays @ 7:30 pm and Saturdays @ 7pm, Sundays @ 3pm

There are 2 Thursday Matinees on February 6 and February 13 @3pm.

There is one Wednesday performance on February 19 @ 7pm

The following 6 parts will be considered for 3 principle AEA contracts:

Lenny Magrath: 30.  The oldest of 3 sisters. Round figure and face. Has a certain level of command.

Chick Boyle: 29. The sisters’ first cousin.  Busy body type.  Tends to show off.

Meg Magrath: 27.  Middle sister. Sad but magical eyes. Wannabe professional singer.

Doc Porter: 30. Meg’s old boyfriend.  Attractively worn man. Has a limp and appears older than he is.

Babe Botrelle: 24. Youngest sister.  Angelic face with fierce volatile eyes.  Intense.

Barnette Lloyd: 26.  Babe’s lawyer. Intelligent with fanatical intensity that he subdues by sheer will.