Audition

Auditions: January 13, 2026 (please register for a 5 minute audition slot using this LINK)

Callbacks: January 14, 2026 @ 7:00 – 10:00 (all actors will audition together and arrive at 7:00)

First Readthrough/Meeting: January 26

Rehearsals: TBD

Tech Rehearsals: April 5 – 9, 2026

Performances: April 10-12 & 17-18, 2026

All people auditioning will be asked to fill out an Audition Information Sheet for the auditions; one may fill this out the night of the auditions or ahead of time (form available HERE).

Auditions: actors will present one prepared monologue, two minutes or less in the style of the show.  (monologue selections from the script that actors are welcome to use if they prefer LINK)

Callbacks will consist of reading sides from the script (LINK).  Please come dressed for movement.

Casting is open to all genders, ethnicities, and ages.

Director – Laura Gouin

Stage Manager – TBD

CHARACTERS:

Claire, (20s-30s), is Catherine’s older sister. Unlike Catherine, Claire is not a genius, but she has worked hard to achieve her successes and has been supporting her father and sister financially for some time. Claire helped pay for Catherine’s college, and she encourages Claire to move in with her in New York because she is worried about her mental health.

Catherine, (20s), is the daughter of Robert and sister of Claire. She delayed her college education so she could stay at home with her father while he was ill. After his death, she finds herself caught between where she wants her life to go and where it has been.

Robert (50s-60s), father of Catherine and Claire, is a retired professor of math at the University of Chicago. Robert left his position when mental illness overtook him (at one point, he believed aliens were communicating to him through the Dewy Decimal system). Robert also suffers from Graphomania, meaning he has an obsessive need to write.

Hal, (20s-30s) is a former student of Robert’s. He has a great deal of respect for Robert as a mathematician and once dreamed he would contribute to mathematics in similar ways, but now feels he is too old to contribute at all. Hal’s intentions are unclear as he searches through Robert’s old notebooks; although he claims that his search is for the sake of mathematics, Catherine suspects he may have ulterior motives.

SYNOPSIS:

Proof opens with Catherine, the twenty-something daughter of an esteemed mathematician at the University of Chicago, who has just laid her father to rest after a prolonged mental illness. Robert, Catherine’s father, had once been a gifted, ground-breaking professor. But as he lost his sanity, he lost his ability to communicate coherently with the outside world. The audience quickly learns that Catherine is brilliant in her own right, but she fears that she might possess the same mental illness that ultimately incapacitated her father. To make matters worse, her older sister wants to take her to New York, where she can be cared for, potentially in an institution. While Catherine and her sister argue, Hal, a devoted graduate student of Robert’s, searches through the professor’s files in hopes of finding a mathematical discovery that will keep his mentor’s reputation intact despite the madness of his final years. Hal discovers a pad of paper filled with profound, cutting-edge calculations. He incorrectly assumes the work is Robert’s, but in truth, Catherine wrote the mathematic proof, however no one believes her. Ultimately, she must prove that the proof belongs to her.

Have you ever wanted to practice auditioning without the pressure of a real audition? Maybe you want to see how that new cut sounds with a pianist. Or you want to prepare for the ALL SHOOK UP auditions Feb. 9 & 11th. Or perhaps you just love the thrill of a music audition!

Whatever your needs are, you can attend mock audition workshop at Sunset Playhouse for a chance to sing through any piece of music in a realistic audition setting.

Bring up to 32 bars of sheet music for the accompanist and get ready to sing your heart out! Constructive feedback , if desired, will be provided after you sing. 

Date: February 8, 2026
Time:  6:30PM – TBD
Slots: 10-minutes each 
Where: Sunset Playhouse Studio
Workshop Leaders:  Riley Luettgen & Mark Mrozek

To visit the link to sign up for your 10-minute slot click here. 

This Vocal Workshop is for anyone and everyone ages 16 and up.

Auditions: February 9 & 11, 2026 
Call backs: February 12, 2026
First Rehearsal: February 23, 2026

Tech: April 12 & 13 – basic tech TBD
Tech:  April 18 or 19 – 23, 2026
Performances: April 23-May 10, 2026       

Rehearsals: TBD – Monday – Friday 7-10PM

PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director – Tommy Lueck
Music Director – Mark Mrozek
Choreographer – Abby Rasmussen
Stage Manager – Teagan Stager
Set Design – Katie Johnson (KJ)

Audition Information 

All people auditioning will need to complete an audition form and bring it to the audition.

• CLICK HERE TO PRINT YOUR AUDITION FORM. 

  You will also need to reserve an audition spot. 

  CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR AUDITION SPOT. 

  We prefer you fill in the form in advance, print it, and bring it with you to the audition – this will make your check in process go much faster. If you don’t have access to a printer, you may complete the form before the start of your audition. 

• If you have a resume and/or headshot, please bring them to the audition.
• Everyone will sing first and then dance. Please wear comfortable clothing for the dance audition.
• Please prepare a 32-bar song in the style of the show and bring sheet music.
• On the night of your audition, please arrive at 6:30PM to be ready for the 7PM start.
• Please be prepared to stay until 10PM

Important Information – Please read

• You must be available for EVERY technical rehearsal (Friday before Opening through Preview Night) and EVERY performance to be cast in this show. 
• If you have any questions please email Christine White:  cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com.

Synopsis:

It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with classics like “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”

This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley®.

Characters:

Chad: (20s–30s) A hip, rebellious, leather-jacketed roustabout who brings excitement, music, and change to a sleepy town. Confident, charismatic, and full of swagger.

Natalie Haller: (20s) A spirited and smart mechanic who dreams of love and adventure beyond her small town. She disguises herself as “Ed” to get closer to Chad.

Jim Haller: (40s–60s) Natalie’s widowed father. Kind but lonely, he struggles with moving on until unexpected romance sparks change in his life.

Sylvia: (30s–60s) The strong, no-nonsense owner of the local honky-tonk. She’s tough on the outside but warm-hearted and protective of her daughter.

Lorraine: (early 20s) Sylvia’s bubbly and romantic daughter. Sweet and optimistic, she falls head over heels in love with Dean.

Dennis: (early 20s) A nerdy, awkward, and endearing young man who secretly loves Natalie. Loyal and well-meaning, if a little clueless.

Miss Sandra: (25–40s) The glamorous and intellectual museum curator. She’s self-assured, cultured, and uninterested in love—until Chad arrives.

Dean Hyde: (early 20s) The shy, clean-cut son of the town’s conservative mayor. He’s charming and sincere, with a rebellious streak that surfaces through his love for Lorraine.

Mayor Matilda Hyde: (30s–60s) The uptight, conservative mayor determined to uphold decency and control in the town. She’s strict, proper, and secretly harboring feelings she doesn’t understand.

Sheriff Earl: (40s–60s) The soft-spoken lawman who quietly follows Mayor Hyde’s orders—until he finds the courage to speak his mind.

Ensemble: (18 to 60s) Townspeople, dancers, musicians, and various featured roles. They bring the energy, heart, and humor that fuel this rockin’ musical adventure.

 Sunset Playhouse 2025-25 Season

Show 7 -SLEUTH 

Auditions: April 13 & 14, 2026
Call Backs: April 15, 2026

First Rehearsal: April 20, 2026 
Tech: May 30-June 3, 2026
Performances: June 4-21, 2026     

 PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director – Carol Dolphin
Stage Manager – Jennifer Allen
Set Design – Katie Johnson (KJ)
Light Design – Matt Carr
Sound Design – Matt Carr
Costume Design – Kate Dombrowski 
Props Design – Susan Zuern

Audition Information

• Note that, although the script indicates five male actors, these auditions will be for ONLY the two main characters. Please realize that these roles are both extremely demanding – in terms of line loads, acting quality, and physical movement. Both actors will be required to attend EVERY rehearsal (and some modifications may be made to the schedule to accommodate the actors cast). Kindly consider these demands (and possibly take a look at the script) before signing up for an audition spot. Additional auditions will be held at a later date if needed.   Thank you!

• All people auditioning will be asked to fill out an audition information sheet.  We prefer you fill in the form in advance, print it, and bring it with you to the audition – this will make your check in process go much faster. If you don’t have access to a printer, you may complete the form before the start of your audition. 

CLICK HERE TO PRINT YOUR AUDITION FORM. 

You will also need to reserve an audition spot. 

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR AUDITION SPOT. 

• • If you have a resume and/or headshot, please bring them to the audition.
  • Auditions will consist of reading from the script

IMPORTANT INFORMATION  

•  On the night of your audition, please arrive at 15 minutes before your scheduled slot.
• Be prepared to stay until 10PM if asked.
• Please be sure to list all conflicts on your audition form.
• You must be available for EVERY technical rehearsal (Friday before Opening through Preview Night) and EVERY performance to be cast in this show. 
• If you have any questions please email Christine White:  cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com.

Synopsis:

Wealthy crime novelist Andrew Wyke invites his wife’s lover, Milo Tindle, to his grand estate for what appears to be a civil confrontation. But as their conversation turns into a high-stakes battle of wits, elaborate schemes unfold, and nothing is as it seems.

With razor-sharp dialogue, shocking twists, and a suspenseful cat-and-mouse game, SLEUTH delivers a night of intrigue, tension, and dark humor that will leave you breathless.

Characters:

Andrew Wyke: (50s–60s) A wealthy, eccentric mystery writer with a sharp wit and love of games. Brilliant and manipulative, he takes pleasure in controlling the people around him through elaborate schemes.

Milo Tindle: (30s–40s) A stylish, intelligent man of modest background, in a relationship with Wyke’s wife. Polite and composed on the surface, but with growing confidence and complexity as the psychological battle unfolds.

 Contact Christine White at cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com or 262-782-4431, ext. 233 if you have any further audition-related questions.

MUSICAL – LEGALLY BLONDE
Performances: July 16 – August 9, 2026

Auditions: May 11 & 13, 2026
Note:  Participants must be 18 by the first read through/rehearsal to attend auditions.
Call backs: May 15, 2026
First Rehearsal: May 26, 2026
Light Hang:  July 5, 2026
Actors on stage: July 6, 2026
Tech: July ll-15, 2026
First Call July 13, 2026
Performances: July 16 – August 9, 2026                           

• • Director – Abby Bloomquist
  • Choreographer – Abby Bloomquist
  • Music Director – Mark Mrozek
  • Vocal Director – TBD
  • Stage Manager –Amanda Lenzie

Audition Information

• All people auditioning will be asked to fill out an  audition information sheet.  We prefer you fill in the form in advance, print it, and bring it with you to the audition – this will make your check in process go much faster. If you don’t have access to a printer, you may complete the form before the start of your audition. 

  CLICK HERE TO PRINT YOUR AUDITION FORM. 

  You will also need to reserve an audition spot. 

  CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR AUDITION SPOT. 

• If you have a resume and/or headshot, please bring them to the audition.
• Everyone will dance first. Please wear comfortable clothing for the dance audition.
• After everyone has danced the singing audition will follow.  Please prepare a 32-bar song in the style of the show.
• Bring sheet music.  An accompanist will be provided. 
• On the night of your audition, please arrive at 6:30PM to be ready for the 7PM start.
• Please be prepared to stay until 10PM

Important Information – Please read

• You must be available for EVERY technical rehearsal (Friday before Opening through Preview Night) and EVERY performance to be cast in this show. 
• If you have any questions please email Christine White:  cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com.

SYNOPSIS

Bend and snap your way to Sunset Playhouse for LEGALLY BLONDE: The Musical! This fabulously fun and feel-good show follows the journey of Elle Woods, a perky and determined sorority queen who trades fashion for law school to win back her ex-boyfriend. But along the way, Elle discovers her true power, proving that being yourself is always in style!

 Whether you love romance, comedy, or just a whole lot of pink, this high-energy musical is a must-see!

CHARACTERS (Ages are flexible)

Elle Woods: (18–20s) A bubbly, confident, and intelligent fashion major who follows her ex to Harvard Law School and discovers her own potential. Vocal range: Soprano (G#3 – G5)

Emmett Forrest: (20s–30s) Smart, kind, and slightly nerdy teaching assistant at Harvard who sees Elle’s potential and becomes her love interest. Vocal range: Tenor (B2 – G#4)

Paulette Buonofuonte: (30s–40s) Warm, humorous, and down-to-earth hair stylist who becomes Elle’s friend and confidante. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (A3 – A5)

Professor Callahan: (40s–60s) Charismatic but manipulative and unethical law professor at Harvard. Vocal range: Baritone (A2 – F#4)

Warner Huntington III: (18–20s) Elle’s ex-boyfriend; charming, self-absorbed, and ambitious. Vocal range: Tenor (Eb3 – Ab4)

Vivienne Kensington: (18–20s) Smart, polished, and initially Elle’s rival; eventually an ally. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (A3 – F5)

Brooke Wyndham: (20s–30s) A famously fit and energetic workout queen accused of murder; must be able to jump rope while singing. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (A3 – G5)

Kyle B. O’Boyle: (20s–40s) The UPS guy and Paulette’s love interest; has a small but very physical and comedic role. Vocal range: Non-singing or Baritone (optional)

Enid Hoopes: (18–20s) A strong feminist and classmate of Elle’s at Harvard; socially conscious and quirky. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (G3 – C5)

Serena: (18–20s) One of Elle’s Delta Nu sorority sisters; peppy, energetic, and sassy. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (G3 – G5)

Margot: (18–20s) Another of Elle’s bubbly and flirtatious sorority sisters. Vocal range: Soprano (G#3 – F5)

Pilar: (18–20s) Third Delta Nu sister; the boldest and most outspoken of the trio. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (G#3 – F5)

Kate: (18–20s) Elle’s driven and high-achieving sorority sister who helps her prepare for Harvard. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (Bb3 – Eb5)

Chutney Wyndham: (18–20s) Brooke’s bitter stepdaughter and a key witness in the courtroom. Vocal range: Non-singing or Ensemble

Elle’s Dad: (40s–60s) A wealthy, golf-loving man; more concerned with appearances than feelings. Vocal range: Baritone (optional)

Elle’s Mom: (40s–60s) Socialite and supportive of Elle’s fashion pursuits. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (optional)

Winthrop, Pforzheimer & Lowell: (30s–60s) Harvard admissions officers; played with exaggerated formality and humor. Vocal range: Various (Ensemble)

Ensemble: (18 and up) includes law students, Delta Nu girls, Harvard faculty, courtroom personnel, and more. These roles require a wide range of ages and vocal types (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone). Many ensemble members double in multiple small roles.

If you have any questions, please email Christine White at cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com

Everyone welcome to audition!

Sunset Playhouse will hold auditions for its professional Musical MainStage Concert Series from 3PM – 8PM (dated TBD) at the Playhouse, 700 Wall Street in Elm Grove.

Musical MainStage is a series of six concerts requiring four professional singers and one Rising Star per show. Rehearsals are minimal and performances take place on Mondays and Tuesdays. 

Students who will be enrolled in any area high school from September, 2026 – June, 2027 are eligible to be named a Rising Star. 

All singers should bring 32 bars of sheet music in their key; an accompanist will be provided.

FAQ for PROS:

Q: I’ve auditioned in the past, can I come in again?

A: If you’ve auditioned previously or appeared in a previous Musical MainStage production, we do NOT need to see you again.

 Q: Is this paid?

A: Professional performers will receive a stipend.

Q: When will I be notified?

A: All auditioners will be notified via email by June 30th

FAQ for RISING STARS:

Q: I’ve auditioned in the past; can I come in again?

A: It is not necessary if you’ve been seen before but if you would like to try again, you may.

Q: Am I eligible?

A: If you are, or will be, enrolled in any area high school (including home or online) from September, 2026-June, 2027.

Q: Can duets or small groups audition?

A: Yes, but no more than four people; all should be singers.

Q: Will Sunset have music available to those auditioning?

A: No, singers must bring their own sheet music. 32 bars (no more than 1 minute) in your key and please do NOT read the music off your phone!

Q: If the singer doesn’t have music, can they sing a capella or bring recorded music?
A: A capella is not recommended for professional auditions. No recorded music!

Q: What kind of song should I sing?

A: 32 bars of whatever song best shows off your voice, something you can sing with confidence. We’re looking for all styles—rock, pop, standards, country, and Broadway.

Q: Is this an audition for a musical—one of the main stage shows?

A: No, this is for our concert series featuring professional singers and musicians.

Q: How much rehearsing is involved?

A: Rehearsals take place on Monday evenings. Three rehearsals starting a month before the show, plus one tech rehearsal on Sunday. Since there are only four, performers must also work on their own.

Q: Are Rising Stars paid?

A: Not in dollars, but it’s an opportunity to work in a professional environment and gain knowledge, confidence, and exposure. Each Rising Star also receives two comps for opening night, and several have later received college scholarship monies.

Q: When will those chosen be notified?

A: Everyone who auditions, whether selected or not, will receive email notification by June 30th.

Q: What if I’m sick or can’t make it.

A: Please cancel online. For last-minute cancellations, please send an email to: susandloveridge@gmail.com.

SUMMER STARS BROADWAY CABARET, 2026

Audition Date: TBD @ 6:00 – 7:30 all auditionees will stay for the full duration

Students enrolling in 9th – 12th grade for the 2026-2027 academic year AND students who graduated from high school in 2026 can audition for our Summer Stars Broadway Cabaret.

SIGN UP TBD

AUDITION PREPARATION: Prepare 32 bars of a Broadway Musical song that you would want to perform at the Cabaret. The piece you audition with will most likely be the piece you will perform. An accompanist will be provided. Bring a copy of the music for the music director to use at the audition.

Bring a completed AUDITION FORM with you to the audition.

ALL STUDENTS interested in being cast in SUMMER STARS TEEN CABARET, 2026 must audition.  Actors must be available for ALL  rehearsals, tech, and 2 performances to be cast.

Rehearsals:  TBD

Show Date:  TBD

2 performances:  2PM & 4PM

If you have any questions, please contact Erika Navin, Director of Education, at enavin@sunsetplayhouse.com or 262-782-4431 ext. 290

Information to be announced in spring of 2026.  See you then!

Show 1 TBD – 2026-276 Season
Performances: September 10-27, 2026

Auditions:  July 13 & 14, 2026

• Callbacks (if needed) – July 15, 2026 at 7PM

First Rehearsal: July 20, 2026
Tech/Dress:  September 5-9, 2026
Performances: September 10-27, 2026

PRODUCTION TEAM

TBD

Audition Information/Sign up links: TBD

Notes:

• If you have a resume and/or headshot, please bring them to the audition.

Important Information – Please read

• You must be available for EVERY performance to be cast in this show. 
• If you have any questions please email Christine White:  cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com.

Synopsis: TBD
Characters: TBD

Everyone is welcome to audition!

Information to follow.  Thanks

Information to follow.  Thanks

Everyone is welcome to audition!

SHOW 5 – TBD

Auditions: November 22 & 23, 2026
Call Backs:  November 24, 2026

Performances: March 4 – March 21, 2027    
 
PRODUCTION TEAM: 
TBD

Audition Information

• All people auditioning will be asked to fill out an audition information sheet.  We prefer you fill in the form in advance, print it, and bring it with you to the audition – this will make your check in process go much faster. If you don’t have access to a printer, you may complete the form before the start of your audition. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION  

•  On the night of your audition, please arrive at 15 minutes before your scheduled slot.
• Be prepared to stay until 10PM if asked.
• Please be sure to list all conflicts on your audition form.
• You must be available for EVERY technical rehearsal (Friday before Opening through Preview Night) and EVERY performance to be cast in this show. 
• If you have any questions please email Christine White:  cwhite@sunsetplayhouse.com.