Auditions & Casting Call
COMPANY
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Directed by Michael Lopez
Auditions:
Saturday, Sept. 13 @ 11am and Monday, Sept. 15 @ 7pm
Callbacks by invitation on Weds., Sept. 17 @ 7pm
Because of the nature of the show, and a longer rehearsal period, more conflicts (Christmas Caroling, etc.) will be considered and allowed.
Synopsis: On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert contemplates his
unmarried state. Over the course of a series of dinners, drinks and even a wedding,
his friends explain the pros and cons of taking on a spouse; the habitually single
Robert is forced to question his adamant retention of bachelorhood.
Please prepare a song of your choice, an accompanist will be provided. 32 bars
Bring a headshot and resume and be ready to list ALL conflicts.
Performances: January 16 to February 8, 2026
Rehearsals start Saturday, September 27, 10am to 5pm
All genders, body types, and ethnicities are encouraged to audition
There is a small stipend offered
Male, Baritone, 30 – 40. The story’s protagonist, a keen observer who appears to be happy. He is the only one in his circle still single. Terrified of marriage, but fears a lifetime of loneliness.
, Female, Alto, 30 – 40. Harry’s hypercritical wife. She is an avid learner of karate and tends to overeat. Open, accepting, and loving.
Male, Baritone, 30 – 45. Sarah’s husband. He is a recovering alcoholic. Believes the advantages of marriage outweigh the disadvantages.
Female, Mezzo, 25 – 35. A delicate southern belle. Peter’s wife and ex-wife. Motherly in her affections towards Robert.
Male, Baritone, 25 – 35. Susan’s husband. The perfect husband and ex-husband. He is very liberal in his view of relationships.
Female, Soprano, 30 – 45. Quietly manipulative, simultaneously square and wise. Loves her husband, David, and will indulge him from time to time.
Male, Tenor, 30 – 45. Jenny’s husband; relaxed and always in control. Believes a man should be married and that the sacrifice of freedom is worth what you get in return.
Female, Alto, 25 – 40. A frantic neurotic engaged to Paul but terrified of marriage. After a mental breakdown, she finally realizes that Paul is, in fact, her soulmate.
Male, Tenor, 25 – 40. Amy’s/Jamie’s fiancé. Patient with her neurotic nature. Fully commits to the idea of marriage and encourages Robert to do the same.
Female, Alto, 45 – 65. Acerbic and demanding. Too old to be part of the young crowd but would not fit well with the older crowd. Puts on a brassy front that melts when she is alone with her husband, Larry.
Male, Tenor, 45 – 65. Joanne’s husband. Stoic and centered, but has moments of goofiness. Indulges his wife’s behavior but knows when to put his foot down.
Female, Mezzo, 25 – 35. A girlfriend of Robert’s. Intensely modern, seeking adventure and excitement in the City.
Female, Mezzo, 30 – 40. A former girlfriend of Robert’s, now considered a good friend. She plans to leave the City for a life of domesticity. Sweet and loving.
Female, Mezzo, 21 – 30. A girlfriend of Robert’s. She is a flight attendant who came to New York to live in Radio City. Ditzy and adorable.