AUDITIONS FOR NAMED ROLES!
See below to sign up for our unauditioned chorus!
Auditions:
Thursday, October 16, 7:00-10:00 pm
Friday, October 17, 7:00-10:00 pm
Auditions Location:
First Baptist Church of Sudbury, 162 Landham Road, Sudbury, MA
Callbacks: (as needed)
Saturday, October 18, 1:00-4:00 pm
Callbacks Location:
TBD
QUICKLINKS
*If you are interested in joining our unauditioned chorus,
please use this form by October 31*
How to Audition for a Named Role:
- Sign up for an audition slot using the Sign Up link. There is no dance call. While sign-ups are required, every effort will be made to accommodate walk-ups as time allows.
2. Fill out the online audition form. Printed blank forms will also be available at auditions for those who need them.
3. The Sudbury Savoyards cast named singing roles through a competitive audition process. The audition will consist of 2 parts:
a. Music
If you would like to audition for a named role (see below), please prepare the selection from “The Gondoliers” recommended by the directing team for your preferred role or voice part. You do not need to bring a copy of the musical side you prepared; the provided accompanist will have all sides already. You will be considered for all roles, unless you have specifically indicated otherwise. If you are interested in multiple roles, you are welcome (but not expected) to prepare additional sides.
If you prefer to prepare a song not from the show and/or the recommended list of pieces, you may do so. Please bring your own sheet music and prepare a selection approximately 32 bars long. An accompanist will be provided. We recommend that it be in a similar style to the show and showcases your voice for your preferred role.
b. Readings from the script
You will also be asked to read a side (a short selection from the script) associated with your role(s) of interest. Note that while “side” comes after “music” alphabetically, this is musical theater! The director is looking for you to act while you perform your musical selection.
Video Auditions:
Video auditions are accepted for preliminary auditions, but not for callbacks.
3. Please state your name, and the character(s) for which you’d like to be considered (as well as the title of your song if you are not singing the provided music.) Please do not perform a cappella. Backing tracks are available on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLihG0rQKL9hYJh5Z5iB6OebzIDL0K_1zQ&si=fqDXEsej8IcdXVQx
How to Join Our Open Chorus/Ensemble:
We are proud of The Sudbury Savoyards‘ strong tradition of an open chorus/ensemble. You do not need to audition to participate! Those who would like to participate as a chorus/ensemble member are encouraged to complete the Cast Sign-Up form by Saturday, October 18, and (please!) no later than October 31.
Rehearsals & Important Dates:
- Rehearsals are held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7-10 pm at First Baptist Church, 162 Landham Road, Sudbury.
- Specific call times will be provided after casting, based on cast availability, taking into account known conflicts submitted via the audition form. Not every cast member will be called every day. Chorus members should plan on being called at least two out of the three days per week, and will increase closer to the performance dates.
- Rehearsals begin Nov. 12, 2025
- There will be NO REHEARSAL:
- Wednesday, November 26, 2025
- Friday, November 28, 2025
- Monday, December 22, 2025
- Wednesday, December 24, 2025
- Friday, December 26, 2025
- Monday, December 29, 2025
- Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Important Dates (conflicts with the dates below would be difficult to accommodate for both chorus and named role participants)
- Orchestra Rehearsal with Named Roles: Sunday, February 1, 2026
Sitzprobe: Sunday, February 8, 2026
Put-In: Saturday, February 14, 2026- All participants are expected to assist as physically able, bringing our materials to our performance space in what is called “Put-In”
- Brush-up rehearsal: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
- Tech Week: Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Thursday, February 19, 2026
- Performances:
- Saturday, February 21, 2026, 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM
- Sunday, February 22, 2026, 1:30 PM
- Friday, February 27, 2026, 7:30 PM
- Saturday, February 28, 2026, 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM
- Strike & Cast Party: Sunday, March 1, 2026
- Orchestra Rehearsal with Named Roles: Sunday, February 1, 2026
PLOT SYNOPSIS
The Gondoliers revolves around two handsome brothers, Marco and Giuseppe Palmieri, who are Venetian gondoliers. After a playful selection process, the brothers marry the farm girls, Gianetta and Tessa. All seems well until the brothers learn that one of them is the rightful heir to the throne of Barataria. They struggle with this new development, as they despise the idea of ruling a monarchy and prefer the simplicity of their gondolier lives. Another surprise emerges when one of the brothers was wed in infancy to the daughter of the Duke of Plaza-Toro. The daughter is secretly in love with the servant, creating a love triangle. In the end, the rightful heir is identified, and everyone is restored to their rightful partner.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS & AUDITION MATERIALS
*If joining the chorus only, you do not need to audition. Complete the Cast Sign Up form above.
*If your preferred role does not have recommended music or side, please prepare any music and side from another character listed below.
Marco Palmieri | Description: A Venetian Gondolier admired for his handsomeness. Paired with Gianetta. Age Range: 20-50’s Vocal Range: Tenor, G2 – A4 |
Giuseppe Palmieri | Description: Marco’s brother, also a Venetian Gondolier who is greatly sought after by single young ladies. Paired with Tessa. Age Range: 20-50’s Vocal Range: Baritone, G2-G4 |
Gianetta | Description: A Venetian Contadina who is in love with Marco. Age Range: 20-50’s Vocal Range: Soprano, Bb3 – B5 (C6) |
Tessa | Description: A Venetian Contadina. She is in love with Giuseppe. Lively and fun. Age Range: 20-50’s Vocal Range: Mezzo-soprano, Bb3 – F5 |
The Duke of Plaza Toro | Description: A nobleman who has fallen on hard times. Age Range: 50’s-up Vocal Range: Comic baritone, G2- E4 |
The Duchess of Plaza Toro | Description: Wife of the Duke. She calls the shots. Domineering. Age Range: 40’s-up Vocal Range: Contralto, G3 – F5 |
Casilda | Description: The spoiled daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Plaza Toro. Secretly in love with Luiz. Age Range: 20-40’s Vocal Range: Soprano, Range: C4 – B5 (C6) |
Luiz | Description: An employee of the Duke and Duchess. In love with Casilda. Age Range: 20-40’s Vocal Range: Lyric baritone or tenor: E3 – F4 |
Inez
| Description: The foster-mother of Marco and Giuseppe. Age Range: 40’s-up Vocal Range: Contralto, C4 – Db5 |
Don Alhambra Del Bolero | Description: The Grand Inquisitor of Spain who is “feared” by all. Age Range: 40’s-up Vocal Range: Bass-baritone, G2 – E4 |
Antonio
| Description: An outspoken Venetian Gondolier Age Range: Any Vocal Range: Baritone, D3 – D4 |
Giorgio
| Description: Another Venetian Gondolier Age Range: Any Vocal Range: Bass, C3 – Bb3 |
Francesco
| Description: The youngest Venetian Gondolier Age Range: Any Vocal Range: Tenor, F3 – G4 |
Fiametta
| Description: One of the unofficial leaders of the Contadine. Age Range: Any Vocal Range: Soprano, Eb4 – Bb5 |
Vittoria or Giulia
| Description: Other Contadinas, friends of Fiametta. Age Range: Any Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano |
Annibale (speaking role/chorus)
| Description: The smartest of the Gondoliers Age Range: Any |
Additional Information
If you have any questions regarding Auditions for The Gondoliers 2026, please contact the Artistic Producer, Graham Daley, at chair@sudburysavoyards.org.
For our COVID policy, please see our Attendance, Illness, and Conduct Policy here, which will be updated by October 1st, 2026.
About The Sudbury Savoyards
The Sudbury Savoyards are a community theater organization founded in 1961. We became an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in 2016. Since first production we have performed the light operas “operettas” of W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (G&S). Today our motto is “Gilbert and Sullivan on a Grand Scale,” and we perform with a large orchestra and cast in addition to full staging, lights, and costumes.
Charity has been an important component of our company and in the 30 years prior to 2016, we donated over a quarter of a million dollars to world hunger relief. Today we continue to work within the limits of being a non-profit arts organization to support hunger relief through collaborations with other organizations.
We are a volunteer organization and welcome your commitment to our purpose.
We do not provide housing or stipends. We are not able to accommodate union artists.
The graphic for The Gondoliers 2026 is drawn by Marianne Orlando Illustrations.