Casting Kids: Broadway’s ‘The Sound of Music’ Child Actors of All Levels Submit Now
Updated: 6 days ago
The Broadway revival of The Sound of Music is seeking juvenile actors for the six von Trapp children: Friedrich, Louisa, Kurt, Brigitta, Marta, and Gretl. No professional experience is required.
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Casting Details
Production: The Sound of Music
Venue: Vivian Beaumont Theater, Lincoln Center
Producer: Lincoln Center Theater
Casting: The Telsey Office
Rehearsals: February 1, 2027
Previews: March 23, 2027
Opening: April 15, 2027
Scheduled Run Through: July 18, 2027
Contract: LORT A+ ($2,244 weekly minimum)
Requirement: At least 7 years old by February 1, 2027
Location: New York local hires only
Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Submission Deadline: September 18, 2026
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Roles Seeking
Friedrich von Trapp: Male, cis, transgender, or nonbinary, 14. Unchanged voice, quiet and gentlemanly, trying to be the "man" of the family. Excellent singer.
Louisa von Trapp: Female, cis, transgender, or nonbinary, 13. Initially mischievous, eventually softens to Maria. Excellent singer.
Kurt von Trapp: Male, cis, transgender, or nonbinary, 11. Inquisitive and adorable. Boy soprano with a high G.
Brigitta von Trapp: Female, cis, transgender, or nonbinary, 10. Intelligent, independent, bookish, thoughtful, and honest. Excellent singer.
Marta von Trapp: Female, cis, transgender, or nonbinary, 7. Actor must turn 7 by February 1, 2027. Sweet and gentle. Excellent singer.
Gretl von Trapp: Female, cis, transgender, or nonbinary. Youngest von Trapp. Actor must turn 7 by February 1, 2027. Adorable and initially shy, but quickly warms to Maria. Excellent singer.
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What to Prepare
Submit:
• Slate with name, height, current location, and full body shot
• Date of birth for performers under 18
• Singing selection based on the role
• One character side for the role you feel best suited for
Friedrich & Kurt: “So Long, Farewell”
Louisa, Brigitta, Marta & Gretl: Choose either “Do-Re-Mi” or “My Favorite Things (Reprise)”
Film horizontally in a well-lit space. Dropbox or Google Drive links are preferred, with access enabled for anyone with the link.
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How to Submit
🔗 Submission Materials: The Sound of Music Materials
📅 Deadline: September 18, 2026
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