Auditions

Putting It Together is a musical revue featuring songs from the celebrated catalog of Stephen Sondheim. Through a sophisticated and often humorous exploration of relationships, ambition, love, success, and compromise, five performers portray a variety of interconnected characters in a contemporary setting. The production relies heavily on strong acting choices, storytelling through song, ensemble collaboration, and vocal versatility.

Putting It Together
Music & Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim
Original Concept: Julia McKenzie

Director: Shelley Nowacek
Music Director: Jennifer Keller, vocal coaching by Sandra Krueger
Choreographer: Becca Schatti

► Complete an  online Audition Form ( linked here)
► Please be specific about conflicts

Please Prepare:

• 16–32 bars of a musical theatre selection.
• A song by Stephen Sondheim is encouraged but not required.
• Bring clearly marked sheet music in the correct key; an accompanist will be provided.
• No a cappella auditions unless specifically requested.
• Be prepared to list all rehearsal conflicts

Selected performers will be notified by email no later than Aug 20.

Questions?

Contact the Director, Shelley Nowacek, at [email protected]

Callbacks may include:

• Vocal selections from the show
• Scene work
• Group interaction exercises
• Movement/choreography assessment (if applicable)

Materials will be provided in advance whenever possible.

• Performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and backgrounds are encouraged to audition.
• Casting will be based on the needs of the production and artistic merit.
• This production may contain mature themes related to relationships, marriage, ambition, and personal fulfillment.

Seeking five versatile performers (typically 3 women and 2 men, though casting may be flexible depending on production concept).

Woman 1

• Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano/Soprano
• Age Range: 30–50
• Strong actor and storyteller
• Sophisticated, confident, emotionally complex

Woman 2

• Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano
• Age Range: 25–45
• Excellent comic timing
• Strong ensemble skills

Woman 3

• Vocal Range: Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano
• Age Range: 20–40
• Youthful energy and vocal flexibility
• Comfortable with both comedy and drama

Man 1

• Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor
• Age Range: 30–55
• Charismatic and commanding presence
• Strong interpretive singer

Man 2

• Vocal Range: Tenor/Baritone
• Age Range: 25–50
• Excellent actor-singer
• Strong ensemble collaborator

All roles require strong musicianship, acting ability, and comfort performing sophisticated Sondheim material.

Auditions
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 7:00-8:30 pm
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 7:00-8:30 pm
Held at Generic Theater (new home @ 7001 Granby Street!)

Callbacks
Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 7:00–8:30 pm

Rehearsal Information
First Read-Through: August 20th or 22nd depending on schedules
Rehearsals Begin: Monday, August 24th

Rehearsal schedule to be determined based on the schedules of the actors and the crew. We will attempt to honor the needs of the cast and crew but with the knowledge that rehearsals are critical for a show of this nature and that time is limited.

Please list clearly all conflicts; you must be available for tech week and the run of the show.

Tech Week
November 1st – 5th
Details TBD

Opening Night:
Friday, November 6, 2026

Performance Dates:
Weekends November 6 – 29, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm
Sundays at 2:30pm

We welcome both experienced performers and newcomers to audition and will make casting decisions based on the show parameters.

Headshots and resumes are strongly encouraged but not required.

Bring your headshot and resume (if you have them), any sheet music for musical auditions, and a list of potential schedule conflicts with you at the determined check-in time. Most auditions are first come first serve. If pre-registration is an option, it will be noted in the description.

Electronic scripts or sides are sometimes available to peruse; these will be listed in the audition details above if available. These will provide you an opportunity to get to know and understand the character(s) that you wish to audition for. We also encourage you to research the show online to learn more about the characters and themes.

Since we’ve moved to the Norfolk Masonic Temple, 7001 Granby Street, we have free, easy access parking!

Sign-up for audition notices and we’ll keep you informed about upcoming auditions!

Whenever possible, you’ll find relevant contact information listed in the audition details above. Otherwise, please feel free to email [email protected] with your inquiry. We’ll do our best to respond in a timely manner, but please remember that we’re a volunteer organization and sometimes responses take time.