JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: The Sound of Music Youth Edition - Roar Academy

Title: The Sound of Music: Youth Edition

Presented By: ROAR Academy

Genre: Musical Theatre / Youth Production

Synopsis: The hills are alive once again!ROAR Academy proudly presents The Sound of Music: Youth Edition, a timeless classic that follows the spirited Maria Rainer, a young postulant whose love of life and music transforms the Von Trapp family. Set in Austria on the eve of World War II, this beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein musical celebrates joy, courage, and the healing power of song.

Featuring iconic numbers such as Do-Re-Mi, My Favourite Things, Edelweiss, and Climb Every Mountain, this youth edition offers an unforgettable experience for young performers—training, teamwork, and professional-level performance all rolled into one magical production.

Audition Dates:

• Thursday 6 November 2025, 5:00–8:00pm

• Monday 10 November 2025, 6:00–8:00pm

Audition Location: Theatre 102, 102 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe

Audition Requirements:

• No preparation required unless auditioning for a lead role.

• All auditionees will learn sections of My Favourite Things and Do-Re-Mi during the session.

• Lead auditions should be familiar with the following songs:

  • Maria – The Sound of Music

  • Mother Abbess – Climb Every Mountain

  • Captain Von Trapp – Edelweiss

  • Liesl & Rolf – Sixteen Going on Seventeen

Audition Registration: Email info@roaracademy.com with the following details:

• Name

• Age

• Role auditioning for

• Parent contact details (email & mobile)

• Preferred audition session

Rehearsal Dates & Times:

• 13th November 2025 - February 6th, 2026

• All rehearsals at Theatre 102 unless otherwise noted.

Performance Dates: Redcliffe Entertainment Centre

• Sat 7 Feb – 11:00am (Salzburg Cast)

• Sat 7 Feb – 3:00pm (Salzburg Cast)

• Sun 8 Feb – 11:00am (Nonnberg Cast)

• Sun 8 Feb – 3:00pm (Nonnberg Cast)

Cost: $420 total (includes training, costumes, scripts, show shirt & professional headshot)

• Discounted rate: $350 if paid in full at audition (save $70)

• Payment plan: 3 instalments of $140 (Nov 10, Dec 10, Jan 10)

• 20% sibling discount available

• Limited scholarships offered for financial hardship cases

Warnings: Family-friendly musical, suitable for all ages

Performer Age: Ages 7–18

Creative Team:

• Director: Madeleine Johns

• Musical Director: Rhonda Davidson-Irwin

• Choreography & Workshops: ROAR Academy Creative Team

Production Website: www.roaracademy.com

Contact: info@roaracademy.com | Madeleine – 0488 103 759

Available Roles / Character Breakdown:

• Maria – Spirited postulant who brings music and warmth to the Von Trapp family

• Mother Abbess – Strong, wise, and nurturing; leads the nuns of Nonnberg Abbey

• Captain Georg Von Trapp – Stern but loving naval officer and widower

• Liesl Von Trapp – 16, romantic and idealistic

• Rolf Gruber – 17, telegram boy and Liesl’s love interest

• Von Trapp Children:

  • Friedrich (14), Louisa (13), Kurt (10), Brigitta (9), Marta (7), Gretl (youngest)

• Nuns & Postulants: Sister Berthe, Sister Margaretta, Sister Sophia

• Max Detweiler – Family friend and opportunist

• Frau Schmidt – Housekeeper

• Franz – Butler

• Herr Zeller – Nazi supporter

• Featured Ensemble: Baron Elberfeld & Party Guests, New Postulant, Admiral von Schreiber, German Officials, Saengerbund Trio, Fraulein Schweiger

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